On 14 December 2025, new bilateral agreement between Poland and Ukraine on crime prevention and countering sabotage marks a significant upgrade in Warsaw’s security framework. Replacing the outdated 1999 framework, the pact grants Poland access to Ukraine’s practical experience in countering crime, sabotage, and large-scale drone deployments—threats Polish authorities had not previously faced at comparable intensity/
Leveraging Ukrainian operational expertise
Ukrainian law enforcement will share tested protocols for detecting sabotage, particularly targeting railway infrastructure and energy facilities. This enables Polish agencies to strengthen security at transport hubs and substations without undergoing years of trial-and-error development. Practical lessons from Ukraine on countering mass drone use provide Warsaw with methods for early UAV detection, electronic neutralisation, and protection of critical infrastructure, including airports, fuel depots, and rail terminals.
Enhancing intelligence and preventive measures
The agreement facilitates operational information exchange, giving Polish authorities insight into profiles of sabotage groups, typical attack scenarios, and logistical routes used by Russia in Central Europe. Access to this intelligence improves the effectiveness of preventive arrests and investigations, reducing vulnerabilities on Polish territory.
Civil protection and crisis readiness
Ukraine’s experience in safeguarding civilians under drone attack conditions allows Poland to rapidly adapt alert systems, shelters, and coordination of emergency services. This enhances resilience and minimises potential losses in the event of crises or terrorist incidents.
Countering disinformation and hybrid threats
Joint efforts on disinformation provide Poland with tested methods for identifying coordinated information campaigns on social media. These tools, developed in response to attacks on Ukraine, enable earlier detection of attempts to influence public opinion, electoral processes, and domestic security. Strategically, the pact reinforces Poland’s role as a key security centre on the EU and NATO eastern flank, mitigating risks of spillover from contemporary hybrid warfare.
