DISINFO: The Polish generals want a war with Russia
SUMMARY
Polish generals want a conflict with Russia, but the Polish Army is not prepared for it because of numerous problems. Judging by the statements of high-ranking Polish officers, they are looking forward to a war with Russia. However, the Army’s financing has been the subject of controversy for years. In addition, the Polish Army has outdated equipment, a shortage of ammunition and a deficit of uniforms and footwear for military personnel.
RESPONSE
Poland is repeatedly presented by pro-Kremlin disinformation outlets as an aggressive anti-Russian NATO ‘outpost’ and a country which allegedly poses a security threat to Russia. This is in line with how pro-Kremlin outlets portray NATO and Western countries as aggressive towards Russia. See our article All roads lead to Poland.
Poland has no hostile agenda towards Russia, and it does not plan any type of military aggression against this country.
Since the outbreak of the Russian aggression against Ukraine in 2014, the Polish authorities have repeatedly appealed to NATO and the USA to increase their military presence at NATO’s Eastern Flank. The American military presence in Poland protects this country from possible Russian hostilities and improves the national security of this country.
The Polish authorities perceive Russia as a security threat because of their aggressive actions, in particular in Ukraine and all over Eastern Europe.
See other examples of similar messages accusing Poland of having aggressive anti-Russian agenda here.