Poland’s Deputy Prime‑Minister Blasts Zelensky’s “War‑Bait” Calls
The Back‑and‑Forth
During a recent chat with Radio ZET, Krzysztof Gawkowski, Poland’s deputy prime‑minister, tried to put an end to what he sees as President Volodymyr Zelensky’s growing push for Poland to get involved in the Russian‑Ukraine fray.
“Drag Poland into War” – The Heart of the Alarm
Gawkowski warned that if Poland were to start shooting down Russian missiles flying over Ukrainian airspace, it would effectively drag the country into conflict with Russia. “Zelensky wants Poland to shoot missiles over Ukraine, which means he wants Poland to enter the war with Russia,” he said. “By these statements, Zelensky is trying to force Poland into the war.”
Zelensky’s Unfulfilled Promises
The Polish leader hasn’t delivered on his earlier pledge of MiG‑29 fighter jets, and has been loudly urging Warsaw to assist with intercepting Russian missiles that are allegedly heading our way. “I feel that the last words from President Zelensky are unworthy of someone who owes Poland a lot,” Gawkowski said. “Poland is a great friend to Ukraine and a main transport hub, yet he hasn’t even said thank you.”
Why This Matters
- Poland’s airspace would be embroiled in a high‑stakes shoot‑down operation.
- The potential for direct skirmishes with Russia escalates quickly.
- Poland’s diplomatic partnership with Ukraine is on the line.
In short, Gawkowski is calling out a strategy that could quickly turn a friendly incursion into a battle. Only time will tell if Poland will heed the warning or keep standing by the side of its Ukrainian ally.
