Polish Leaders Condemn Hegseth's "Scandalous" Remarks Downplaying Role of US Allies in Afghanistan
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It's very wrong when someone disregards such commitment by Polish soldiers, said Prime Minister Donald Tusk. A few days ago, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said that there were only "one or two" countries in Afghanistan "truly engaged in combat operations."
Prime Minister Donald Tusk emphasized on Tuesday that mutual respect is the foundation of a genuine alliance. He stated that he had been counting on President Karol Nawrocki's vote after the Pentagon chief's remarks about the role of allied forces, including Polish ones, in Afghanistan. "I guess I miscalculated," he added.
The words of US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth sparked outrage in Poland. The politician, who himself served in Afghanistan, questioned the actual participation of US allies in combat operations. Donald Tusk responded by recalling the sacrifices made by Polish soldiers. At the same time, he noted the lack of the expected reaction from President Karol Nawrocki. The dispute concerns not only the memory of veterans but […]
Donald Tusk addressed the controversial remarks made by US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth regarding allied involvement in Afghanistan. The Prime Minister cited a message he received from someone connected to the mission and appealed for respect for Polish soldiers. During his remarks, he also addressed Karol Nawrocki's stance.
It is very bad when someone disregards such commitment of Polish soldiers, which ends with the death of some of them, said Prime Minister Donald Tusk at the beginning of the government meeting.
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