Poland Announces Military Training for All Men and Explores Nuclear Arsenal

Prime Minister Donald Tusk outlines plans to expand Poland's defense capabilities, citing growing security concerns and shifting U.S. policies.

Poland plans to introduce large-scale military training for all adult men, aiming to create a reserve force of up to 500,000 personnel to complement its current 200,000-strong military.
The proposal is not a return to conscription but will be modeled on systems like Switzerland's, with details expected by the end of the year.
Prime Minister Tusk also highlighted Poland's interest in pursuing advanced military capabilities, including nuclear weapons, though acquiring such an arsenal would be a long-term goal requiring broad consensus.
Poland is already NATO's top spender on defense as a percentage of GDP, with plans to raise spending from 4.7% to 5%, further bolstering its military arsenal with U.S. and South Korean weaponry.
The announcement comes as Poland expresses concerns over U.S. security commitments to Europe, particularly under President Trump's recent policy shifts regarding Ukraine and NATO obligations.