Warsaw has outlined its vision for participation in a potential international peacekeeping mission in Ukraine. Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski clearly defined the boundaries of Polish involvement: the country is ready to provide a logistical platform but excludes the participation of its army in combat or peacekeeping operations.
Logistics instead of soldiers
Sikorski made the statement on the sidelines of the Coalition of the Willing meeting in Paris, where security issues and the future of Ukraine are being discussed. According to the head of Polish diplomacy, using Polish territory and infrastructure to support the operation is an acceptable format. However, Warsaw considers direct participation of Polish military personnel in such a mission inadvisable.
The decision on the format of support and security guarantees after the end of the conflict, according to Sikorski’s position, should remain with Ukraine. “It is Ukraine that has the right to determine its own future,” the minister emphasized.
Key role of the USA
An important condition for Warsaw remains the involvement of the United States. Sikorski called US participation in supporting Ukraine and the future security guarantee system “desirable and very important.” Without the American factor, the Polish side will likely not see efficiency in creating long-term security mechanisms.
Historical disputes and reconciliation
Separately, the minister touched upon the acute issues of historical disagreements between the two countries. In Sikorski’s opinion, current disputes primarily hinder Ukraine. He stated that true reconciliation is possible only on the basis of truth and an honest reflection on the past, calling on the parties to a dialogue free from political speculation.
Practical assistance: MiG-29 modernization
In addition to political declarations, Poland continues to offer specific technical solutions. Earlier, Warsaw declared its readiness to help Ukraine modernize MiG-29 fighters. At the same time, the Polish side insists that the financing of the work should be provided by Ukraine itself or its partners. Negotiations on this issue will continue subject to the principle of reciprocity.
