Poland’s Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz announced a $2 billion Patriot air defense system agreement between Poland and the U.S. Kosiniak-Kamysz hinted at the upcoming deal with the U.S. He stated that Poland will sign an agreement worth around 2 billion dollars with the U.S., including providing logistic support, training, and technical assistance components for the Patriot air defense system. Seen as a key player on NATO’s eastern flank, Poland’s Defense Minister emphasized that there is no price for the security of Poland’s airspace, highlighting the priority of missile defense and cooperation with the U.S. The Polish Ministry of Defense stated that the implementation of the agreement would ensure the operational readiness of the Patriot launchers, which form the basis of the Wisla program. This program aims to counter short-range tactical ballistic missiles, including missiles with high maneuverability, among others. Moreover, before President Donald Trump took office on January 20, NATO had made a decision to transfer the command and control of air defense systems in Poland from the U.S.