Poland's Vice-Speaker warns of military unpreparedness for defensive war Slams army shortcoming

Poland’s Vice-Speaker, Krzysztof Bosak, has raised significant concerns about the country's military preparedness, claiming that the armed forces are ill-equipped for even a defensive war.

Speaking on RMF FM radio, Bosak accused the Polish government of misleading the public by overstating the country’s military strength, calling it a dishonest portrayal, Caliber.Az reports.

Bosak pointed out that Poland’s military faces numerous deficiencies, including shortages in critical areas such as weapons, ammunition, reserves, and equipment. He highlighted the lack of essential resources, including boots, jackets, satellite systems, intelligence, and electronic warfare systems. The Vice-Speaker also noted a significant gap in air defence and battlefield management capabilities, which he argued are vital for the country's security.

“Everything is lacking,” Bosak stressed, adding that even Poland's available military training grounds remain insufficient despite the country possessing large areas of underutilised land. Furthermore, Bosak pointed out the shortage of military instructors and the absence of adequate training exercises, which are crucial for preparing the armed forces for defensive operations.

In a discussion about Europe’s potential to build common defence structures, Bosak dismissed the idea as unrealistic, pointing out that apart from Poland, the Nordic and Baltic states, as well as Romania, were the only European countries showing interest in strengthening the eastern flank. 

He argued that the focus on military strength is being misused, with political leaders prioritising displays of power rather than addressing the underlying deficiencies.

Bosak concluded his remarks by stating that the Polish government’s attempts to portray the country as one of the most heavily armed nations in history were deeply misleading, especially given the military’s current lack of readiness.

By Aghakazim Guliyev