Poland pours billions into its military: 'We will be the most modern in Europe'

Poland is purchasing 96 Apache helicopters and investing about $10 billion in its military, aiming to become the most modern army in Europe. Prime Minister Donald Tusk said the investments are intended to strengthen defense and the local defense industry.

Poland continues its arms race: Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced that the country is building the most modern army in Europe, as part of a procurement of 96 Apache helicopters and a total investment of about $10 billion. The deal, ordered in 2024, will make Poland's army the largest operator of Apache helicopters on the continent. Tusk emphasized that the investments are intended not only to improve defense capabilities but also to strengthen the local defense industry and bring advanced technologies to the country. The government in Warsaw seeks to ensure that a significant portion of maintenance and service remains in Poland. The article quotes Tusk as saying: "We are truly building the most modern army in Europe, capable of defending our borders. This is priceless and worth all our money and all our efforts."