In Russia, commented on the possible deployment of US troops to Poland
If the United States decides to redeploy its troops from Germany to Poland, the American government will violate the Founding act of the NATO-Russia banning the strengthening of its military presence in Europe, said RIA Novosti Deputy Minister of foreign Affairs of Russia Alexander Grushko. The diplomat noted that the Russian authorities are closely watching the situation and is ready at any time to take appropriate defensive measures.
Earlier, as reported “the Rambler”, the US President Donald trump announced the withdrawal of the military contingent from Germany, as German leadership has delayed payment related to NATO. The American authorities have received an offer from Poland to host armored division of the US army at the performance of all obligations on financing of American soldiers. It was noted that for these purposes, the Polish government is ready to allocate 1.5-2 billion dollars annually.
Commenting on the published information, the Deputy head of the Russian foreign Ministry said that Russia is closely watching the situation: in particular, for announcements from overseas about the possible redeployment of American troops from Germany to Poland.
“we are Going to look at it from the point of view of the military implications for regional security, taking account of the legitimate interests of Russia and our allies, primarily Belarus,” the diplomat said
He also added that if the United States decides to relocate part of its contingent in Poland, so it will be broken Founding act signed by NATO and Russia, and prohibit the “additional placement of substantial combat forces”.
