Poland’s defense minister said Sept. 25 that the United States has decided to establish a permanent military base in Poland, a longtime goal of the Polish government, though the Pentagon has not confirmed the decision.
According to Defense One, the Polish official’s statement, made during a public appearance, marks a potential shift in US force posture in Europe. The report did not specify the location, size, or cost of the proposed base, nor did it provide a timeline for its establishment.
The Pentagon has not issued a statement confirming or denying the Polish official’s claim. The lack of official US confirmation leaves the story developing, and the details of any agreement remain unclear.
Poland has long sought a permanent US military presence on its territory, viewing it as a deterrent against Russian aggression. The reported decision, if confirmed, would represent a significant change in the US military’s rotational presence in the region.
The Defense One report, published Sept. 25, 2026, is based on the Polish official’s remarks. No US military or government sources have commented on the matter.
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