Putin accuses Poland of trying to get involved in Ukraine war | DW News

Rachel Abrahams


Russian President Vladimir Putin threatens Poland over Belarus support

Vladimir Putin accused NATO member Poland of having territorial ambitions in the former Soviet Union and warned of potential aggression against Belarus. Poland has redeployed its military units closer to the border with Belarus in response to reports of Russian Wagner mercenaries training Belarusian soldiers.

Putin’s warning stated that aggression against Belarus would be considered an attack on Russia, as both countries share a border with Belarus and are part of the Union State. This has raised concerns in Poland, with German Defense Minister stating support for Poland’s defense on NATO’s Eastern flank.

Analysis and Expert Opinion

Jonathan Katz from the Brookings Institution expressed concerns about the threat posed by Wagner troops and called for strengthening efforts to address these networks. Mikhail Baranowski from the German Marshall Fund highlighted the potential for hybrid tactics and misinformation campaigns to destabilize the border.

Response and Counterpoint

Poland has denied any territorial ambitions and sees Putin’s accusations as propaganda. NATO and Poland are focused on defense, not aggression. The increased presence of Russian troops and Wagner mercenaries in Belarus is seen as a threat to regional security.

Future Outlook and Reader Engagement

As tensions escalate, it is crucial for NATO to stand united and support Poland against any potential threats from Russia. How do you perceive the situation unfolding in Eastern Europe? Share your thoughts and leave a comment below.

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35 Comments

  1. @westcoasttreasures4288

    The thief wants to set rules for how much he wants to steal

  2. @robertodasta3459

    USA warned Putin no attack Ukraine,an he attack so who thinking he is the only can attack in the world.

  3. @Kuba-ew7bb

    WE WANT OUR POTATO FIELDS BACK!!!

  4. @recalcitrantrecidivist5927

    Poland should dump NATO, back Putin and join BRICS. Then they might be able to negotiate to take back all of the Eastern parts of Ukraine that rightfully belong to Poland.

  5. @Jwalker0075

    POLAND dares not to attack as Poland not want to fight Russia.

  6. @bobbobbington3615

    Remember when the Ukraine attacked Poland and blamed Russia, hoping to escalate the war? Pepperidge Farms remembers.

  7. @dipaculao1960

    Trying to look good haha.

  8. @Pppppp443

    Nato dont lure Pols into this stupud war now.Slavs are brothers,and should not die for Biden bussines.

  9. @natalias50

    Poland is already in cyber war with Russia. It’s only a matter of time when the war will spill to the NATO country.

  10. @ulrichturke8964

    … and I warn Japan not to attack Uruguay.

  11. @besarionioselini2089

    თორემ დაგამარცხებთ
    მისი მადლი !

    და შემდეგ
    იქნების ძალზე გვიანი

  12. @boandlkramer547

    Polen hat schon damals großmäulig den "Sieg" gegen das Deutsche Reich getrötet;wollten schon 1930 die Westmächte dazu anstiften,einen Krieg gegen das Reich zu beginnen…doch leider.Und dann schlug das deutsche Schwert unbarmherzig zu.

  13. @xxxxxxxxxxxxx

    Russia has no chance with the Poles, it would be the same as on September 8, 1610, the Polish troops of Hetman Żółkiewski captured Moscow and occupied it for two years.

  14. @goofed86

    Russia is not prepared for the aggression that would be brought against them

  15. @user-ir1cn4ry8q

    Zničiť Poland Ukrofasistov.

  16. @gerritvanloggerenberg8478

    Why are only Russia ok to invade others and when others protect themselves then its wrong.stop your war with ukraine then we might hear what u say

  17. @leroyzwane2097

    The USA is definitely going to start this Belarus and Poland war. If they fail they will remove(murder) the resisting leaders and replace e'm with their puppets.

  18. @lescharles1468

    Boris you have got it in one, he’s totally insane,he will never realise his dream about resurrecting the Soviet Union,
    Ok he’s got more nukes than anyone in the world, but it wouldn’t take thousands to totally Destroy all of Russia
    Time he pulled his neck in to avoid millions of Russians being slaughtered
    But I guess there’s no reasoning with insanity

  19. @RosendavasquezAlmendarez

    This is a repeat of the past unless reliving the past since 591 and 1789.

  20. @denzelwilliams8573

    Putin KGB officer have intelligence on his enemies. They don’t even know it

  21. @WORLDSMASTEROFSPIRITSKNI-il7jy

    POLAND NOW HAS THE WEAPONS TO WIPE RUSSIA RIGHT OFF THE GLOBE THIS IS NOW FACT OTHER WORDS LET PUTIN TALK HE IS A OLD MAN WHO KNOWS NOTHING , ONE INCH OF NATO MEANS ONE 1INCH TRUTH IS RUSSIA CANT DO ANYTHING BUT LIE

  22. @spaghettiman1127

    Bet he won't be so confident when Poland reaches Moscow by the end of the month should he attack, lmao.

  23. @justme-ud2vk

    poland would absolutely destroy ruzzia! LOL! AS if………….. thats the funniest thing ive read all day! belarus could be taken out by an organized band of teenagers. LOL

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  27. @christopherbradley5575

    Im not saying that WWIII is coming but this all has scary similarities with the lead up of WWI. Most people don't realize that WWI didn't just happen one day. It took years to develop with scenarios similar to what we are seeing today. And yes, there was no NATO but the Allied forces had deep connections, trade partnerships and treaties long before WWI. In the end, economics drives it all and people on the other side of the planet are feeling the effects of this war so it's not a huge leap from where we are now to the involvement of everyone from China to Canada.

  28. @walterg6953

    Russia always wanted Polish soil never finish 123 years Poland was not exist without Poland Europe not exist at all 1939 September 17

  29. @elizabethcoleman5729

    The world will never cave to Putin or Russia Policies of War and Terror the Arbs countries will start bombing Russian Cities.

  30. @elizabethcoleman5729

    Wagner Troops will be Killed by the Polish Military elite troops and that will put Putin at risk of being killed and removed from office. The Russian People will drag Putin's Body through the streets of Russia.

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