Ukraine won’t receive Polish MiG-29s? Nawrocki makes unusual statement about fighter jets

"Apparently, there has been some misunderstanding. I did not have such information," Nawrocki said, sounding surprised.

According to him, although he is in constant contact with Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, a "misunderstanding likely occurred" in this matter.

The president noted that the authorities will "clarify the situation and reach a joint decision" in the coming hours.

Poland has previously transferred MiG-29s to Ukraine, becoming one of the first countries to make such decisions after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

The issue of defensive support for Kyiv remains a key aspect of Polish-Ukrainian relations, but it is often accompanied by internal discussions between the government and the presidential office.

The new Tusk government regularly emphasizes the need to strengthen Ukraine’s defense capabilities. At the same time, President Nawrocki has repeatedly stated that decisions on arms transfers must be made "transparently and in coordination between branches of power."

The General Staff of the Polish Armed Forces has confirmed that Warsaw is negotiating with Kyiv regarding the transfer of MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine. In return, Poland expects to gain access to certain Ukrainian technologies in the fields of UAVs and missile weapons.

Meanwhile, Ukraine is working through other channels to procure aircraft. Kyiv plans to acquire around 100 French Rafale fighter jets from Dassault Aviation.

It was also reported that Stockholm and Kyiv have agreed on a large-scale defense deal. Sweden is ready to deliver 120–150 modern Saab JAS 39 Gripen E fighters over the next 15 years.

All these programs are long-term solutions aimed at the future rearmament of the Ukrainian Air Force.