With war in Ukraine on its border, Poland wants to be among the countries setting Europe’s agenda WFTV [Video]

WARSAW, Poland — (AP) — Poland’s foreign minister called on NATO to increase its defense preparedness on Thursday and said his government wants to be at the center of decision-making in the European Union, seeking to reestablish the country as a reliable international partner as the war in Ukraine rages across the border.

Setting out his vision for Poland at the heart of Europe, Radek Sikorski warned that a Russian attack on NATO would end in defeat for Moscow, but NATO must increase its defenses.

The previous national conservative coalition government in Poland clashed frequently with the EU, especially over the rule of law.

Arguing that EU membership brought many benefits, Sikorski said: “That is why it is so important for Poland to return to the group of countries creating Europe, and not defending themselves against Europe.”

Ahead of the speech, the foreign ministry said Sikorski’s vision was closely aligned with that of French President Emmanuel Macron, …