Why Should Poland Not Be Afraid of a War with Russia?
Why Should Poland Not Be Afraid of a War with Russia?

Summary/Abstract: This article aims to reflect on the possibilities of a military clash between Russia and Poland. Based on the presented key strategic documents, their analysis and the research conducted earlier, the Author addresses the question posed in the title. The answer appears that Poland should not be afraid of an outbreak of war125 with Russia. The article uses the chronological-problem method, as well as analysis and synthesis of documents related to the security policies of the Russian Federation and Poland. The essay is divided into four parts. Both Poland and Russia are described in the quoted security strategies of the countries. The article begins with an introduction and ends with a conclusion, the latter being the effect of work on the article topic as well as previous research conducted by the Author about possible threats to Poland coming from Russia. The first objective of the article is an attempt to step away from myths, general beliefs, and stereotypes about the relations between Poland and Russia. The second one is to encourage reflections on Polish-Russian relations while forgoing any historical prejudices.

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