Poland’s protection ministry mentioned the hub’s operation is constant uninterrupted, including that the trouble to shift extra of a burden to non-U.S. allies stemmed from selections taken finally yr’s NATO summit in Washington, creating a brand new command known as NATO Safety Help and Coaching for Ukraine.
“Their earlier obligations at Jasionka are being taken over by different allied forces … All operations on the logistics hub are operating with out disruption, and gear is being redirected effectively in accordance with established procedures,” the ministry mentioned.
Trump has lengthy lambasted NATO international locations for not spending sufficient on protection, however Poland has been singled out for reward. It allocates 4.7 % of gross home product for its army, the very best stage within the alliance.
Regardless of rising worries about Trump’s shift towards Russia, his strain on Ukraine to achieve a peace cope with Russia and the commerce battle he unleashed final week in opposition to a lot of the world — together with NATO allies — Polish officers proceed to emphasize that the U.S. is a key ally—an evaluation echoed by Washington.
“Your assist has exemplified the shut ties between our nations and enhanced the energy of our U.S.-Poland partnership. As we adapt to evolving wants, this transition permits us to maintain our shut cooperation whereas utilizing sources extra effectively,” mentioned Daniel Lawton, chargé d’affaires on the U.S. Embassy in Warsaw.
