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The Central Anti-Corruption Bureau detained an entrepreneur and a former director from the arms industry in connection with an investigation into corruption and fictitious training services in the arms sector, which has been ongoing since 2014. #korupcja #CBA #zbrojeniówka (translated)

The article discusses the need for startups to adapt to the specific requirements of the defense industry, emphasizing that the key to success is identifying problems by the military and large defense companies, which will enable collaboration with innovative firms. #TechnologieObronne (translated)

Magdalena Sobkowiak wrote that the allocation of several hundred billion zlotys for the development of the Polish defense industry has been realized. She indicated the establishment of the Armaments Agency 2.0 as the next goal, which would encompass the entire life cycle of military equipment — from research, through procurement, to operation. She added that the draft law is to be presented at the beginning of 2027. As she informed, these plans and other issues related to the 2027 budget were discussed during a meeting of the parliamentary subcommittee for the budget and finances of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Poland. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday. #przemysłobronny #AgencjaUzbrojenia #budżet2027 (translated)

Jacek Dobrzyński informed that at the request of the District Prosecutor's Office in Krakow, CBA officers detained an entrepreneur and a former director of a company in the arms industry. As he reported, the investigation covered the years 2017–2020 and concerned actions to the detriment of state-owned companies within the Polish Arms Group. According to Dobrzyński, the case was related to fictitious training services, corruption, and fraudulent invoices. Activities involving the detained individuals, searches, and securing evidence were conducted in the Podkarpacie and Świętokrzyskie provinces. #korupcja #publikacje #Polska (translated)

Marcin Henka asked if Donek admitted that it is not known what is flying over the territory of the country. He also wrote that record budget deficits have been explained for three years by spending on armaments, and yet — as he stated — the country remained "blind and deaf." https://t.co/pwvvlWT161 #polityka #wojsko #budżet (translated)

The Minister of State Assets, Wojciech Balczun, assured that Poland has no threats related to coal supplies, despite rising prices and problems in the market, and announced further changes in the Polish Armaments Group and in the Polish Post, aimed at improving their situation and strengthening their market position. #węgiel #energia #PocztaPolska (translated)

The defense industry should become a developmental impulse for the entire economy, as emphasized by the president of the Polish Arms Group, Adam Leszkiewicz, planning a special report regarding its impact on the development of local industrial centers. #PrzemysłZbrojeniowy #Gospodarka #RozwójGospodarczy (translated)

The author wrote that Russia counted on fatigue, while Poland responded with readiness. He emphasized that NATO's eastern flank needed constant support from allies, as it served as the shield of the West. He considered the actions of Tadeusz Truskolaski this week, regarding increased investment in the defense industry in eastern NATO, an important initiative. #NATO #Polska #Bezpieczeństwo #PL #RU #NATO (translated)

I understand that the president may feel embarrassed that he tried to block 44 billion euros for our armaments industry and vetoed the law allowing access to the EU SAFE program - said the head of the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Radosław Sikorski, to "Wyborcza." #Polska #Rosja #Bezpieczeństwo (translated)

I understand that the president might feel embarrassed for trying to block 44 billion euros for our armaments industry and vetoed the law that would allow the use of the EU SAFE program - said Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski to "Wyborcza." #Rosja #zagrożenie #Sikorski (translated)

Retired Colonel Maciej Korowaj assessed that the 17.1 trillion rubles earmarked for defense in the Russian budget for 2027 does not constitute a barrier to mobilization, but it does not signal it either. He pointed out that the overt mobilization stance remains marginal, and the contract model is exhausting its social base. In his opinion, part of the increase in defense spending may stem from transferring payments for the wounded and the families of the deceased to this sector, which were previously included in a classified section called "Social Policy." This would mean that part of the growth finances the costs of losses, rather than new capabilities. Korowaj wrote that, regardless of the budget, Russia's legal-administrative capacity to mobilize people is increasing. He noted that a decree from December 30, 2025, directed contract reservists to protect critical facilities in 2026, and a decree from July 27, 2026, increased the armed forces' personnel by 25,000, to 1,535,000 soldiers. According to him, this was the third such increase in the year, formally tied to the creation of military-construction units. He also referenced an assessment by the Ukrainian HUR that Russia aims to recruit about 600,000 people in 2026–2027, utilizing the electronic register and digital summonses, which would enable mobilization without public announcement. Korowaj identified the system's capacity as the main limitation. He wrote that Russian losses currently amount to 30,000–35,000 killed or wounded per month, and according to NATO estimates, most recruits still end up on the front lines as reinforcements. With an intake of about 30,000 people per month, the army, in his opinion, is essentially restoring its personnel rather than creating surpluses for new formations. Citing OSINT, he noted that 4,799 out of 7,342 pre-war tanks stored in depots had been used, leaving about 19% remaining. Korowaj assessed that in the short term, it would be possible to draft several hundred thousand people as reinforcements and rear echelon personnel, but not quickly create a second army capable of maneuver warfare. He emphasized that mass mobilization would require the identification, selection, training, and equipping of hundreds of thousands of individuals, while the military apparatus is busy sustaining the front. He also referred to a report by Andrei Belousov for Vladimir Putin from December 2025: in 2025, five divisions, 13 brigades, and 30 regiments were to be formed, while four divisions, 14 brigades, and 39 regiments were planned for 2026. He pointed to the establishment of the 44th Army Corps in Karelia, the elevation of brigades to the rank of divisions, including the 71st Guards Mechanized Division on the Kola Peninsula, and a rocket brigade with Iskanders. In his view, these formations mainly consisted of conscripts and trained reinforcements. He added that according to Finnish sources, the expansion of bases in Petrozavodsk, Pechenga, and Baltiysk would enable the support of 80,000–115,000 soldiers only after the war in Ukraine concludes. Korowaj agreed with the ISW assessment that, in the short term, ground operations against NATO are unlikely, as the majority of Russia's potential is engaged in Ukraine. He also cited a report from a closed NATO briefing in Ankara, during which an Alliance representative purportedly spoke about the re-establishment of the Leningrad and Moscow Military Districts, at least one new corps, and three divisions, but also mentioned a lack of signs of an intention to conduct a rapid attack. He concluded that the budget finances a long war with Ukraine and creates opportunities for the period after it is frozen, but it does not indicate preparations for an attack on NATO or a withdrawal of the Kremlin from such an option. #Rosja #wojna #defensywa (translated)

The author of the entry rated it as a great interview with Brigadier General Nowak, the Operational Commander. The conversation concerned the capabilities of the Polish Air Force and air defense, Russian armaments in these areas, and changes in NATO's operational approach. https://t.co/znNTIU7o3t #wojsko #NATO #siłypowietrzne #PL #RU #NATO (translated)

The author of the post wrote that Poland allocated a record 4.8% of GDP to defense and was set to receive over 183 billion PLN from the SAFE program, the highest in the EU. He also mentioned that 89% of orders were to go to the Polish defense industry. He emphasized that security was not just a matter of declarations, but of actions. https://t.co/a7H9xTGZF2 #obronność #Polska #bezpieczeństwo #PL (translated)

Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz wrote that after three years of changes and strengthening defense, Poland is building a strong army and increasing security. He stated that in 2026, approximately 201 billion PLN, or 4.8% of GDP, is to be allocated to defense, which — as he emphasized — places Poland among the leaders of NATO. The minister also mentioned the implementation of the SAFE program, from which about 190 billion PLN (43.7 billion euros) is to be allocated for defense capabilities and the development of the domestic defense industry. Among the procurement plans, he pointed out three submarines as part of the ORKA program and 96 APACHE helicopters, for which offset agreements are to be signed. Kosiniak-Kamysz described the concept of "Army 500" as 300,000 professional soldiers in peacetime and 200,000 high-readiness reserves. He also mentioned the Eastern Shield, allocating approximately 3 billion PLN for modernization of security and border protection with Belarus, as well as the development of drone and medical troops. He wrote that the programs Education with the military, Ready, CyberLegion, MedLegion, and DroneLegion are intended to strengthen the resilience of society, practical skills, and cooperation between specialists and the military. He added that his government did not terminate the contracts of its predecessors, and the military was to be separated from politics. He announced further modernization, development of the Polish industry and alliances. He described cooperation with the USA as the foundation of Poland's security and the ability to defend as a cornerstone of lasting peace. #obronność #Polska #NATO (translated)

Poland, by investing in the purchase of weapons, must also invest in the development of the domestic defense industry to ensure the independence of servicing and modernizing equipment, which is crucial for the efficiency of the army and serves the long-term interests of the state. #PrzemysłObronny #Polonizacja #ZbrojeniaPolski (translated)

The European Union allocates 500 million PLN for the AGILE program, which aims to support innovations in the defense sector for small and medium-sized enterprises and start-ups, however, this amount is considered insufficient in the face of greater needs in the defense industry. #PrzemysłObronny #Innowacje #UniaEuropejska (translated)

The author of the post wrote that the main message from the interview with K. Nawrocki was the statement that the threat from Russia had not changed drastically. He pointed out that in this context, undermining of fighter jets, consultations with allies, armaments, SAFE, civil defense, and strengthening borders appeared to be actions taken in excess. #Rosja #Bezpieczeństwo #Zbrojenia #PL (translated)