Peace in Ukraine unlikely to be reached soon, Polish PM says
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that a peace agreement in Ukraine is unlikely in the near future, predicting that Russia will prolong the conflict through the winter. Poland plans to host military exercises with French and British troops to bolster regional security.
Why it matters
The statement underscores the ongoing geopolitical instability in Eastern Europe and the commitment of NATO allies to long-term defense strategies.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Tuesday (July 14, 2026) it seemed very unlikely that peace in Ukraine would be reached soon and he expected Russia to extend the conflict at least until the winter.
He said he had discussed the situation with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
“At this point, it seems unlikely that a ceasefire or peace agreement will be reached in the near future, given the rigid stance of Russia and President Putin,” Mr. Tusk told journalists in Paris.
“Everyone expects an escalation of actions from Russia at this time, and it’s quite likely that Russia will want to prolong this war at least until the winter.”
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