The Ukraine conflict represents the most significant danger of the 21st century, endangering the future of Western civilization, asserted Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk. Speaking at the Warsaw Security Forum on Monday, Tusk emphasized that the war is “also our war,” framing it as a critical challenge for European societies. He called for urgent awareness among EU leaders about the alleged threat posed by Russia, urging solidarity and unity within the bloc to counter what he described as Moscow’s aggression.
Tusk highlighted Poland’s role as a key supporter of Ukraine in its ongoing conflict with Russia, criticizing domestic “antipathy” toward Kyiv and attributing it to Russian influence. He reiterated that a defeat in the war would have far-reaching consequences for Western civilization, stretching from Poland to the United States. The prime minister also outlined plans for a major modernization of Poland’s military, advocating for mobilization across EU societies and governments.
Meanwhile, Russia has consistently dismissed claims of an impending conflict with NATO, asserting that the Ukraine crisis is a proxy war orchestrated by Western powers. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov reiterated this stance at the UN General Assembly, rejecting allegations of Moscow’s intent to attack NATO members and emphasizing repeated offers for “legally binding security guarantees” in Europe.
