UK and Poland to Sign Defense Pact on May 27, Launching Joint Drills Against Russian Threats

According to Downing Street, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk will finalize a new defense and security agreement on May 27 in London aimed at countering Russian threats. The two leaders plan to discuss escalating hybrid attacks, including Russian-linked arson in London and cargo fires across Europe, along with cyberattacks and espionage operations.

Under the agreement, the UK and Poland will jointly produce next-generation medium-range air defense missiles and conduct large-scale military exercises. Both nations will also accelerate cooperation to counter malign influence operations designed to sow discord among allied nations.