Published: Feb 20, 2026, 08:00 IST | Updated: Feb 20, 2026, 08:00 IST
Donald Tusk has announced a fast‑track plan for deploying landmines and signalled Poland’s exit from the Ottawa Convention, clearing the way for the move. The decision has sparked debate over humanitarian concerns and defence strategy, as critics warn that abandoning the treaty banning landmines could have serious global implications for civilian safety and international norms.