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Geopolitical Concerns: Given its proximity to Russia and Belarus, Poland prioritizes its own national security. Many in Poland feel that having Polish soldiers in Ukraine could jeopardize its borders and ignite tensions with neighboring adversaries.
Pro-Atlanticist Sentiment: Poland has historically aligned itself closely with the United States, often resisting calls for greater European military independence, particularly from countries like France. The Polish government advocates for any military engagement, including peacekeeping, to occur under NATO's auspices rather than through independent European actions.