After three years of deployment, US forces have withdrawn from the Jasionka base in southeastern Poland, near the Ukrainian border. In January, the US military also removed the Patriot missile batteries that had been stationed to protect the base and airport. Paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne Division have since departed, and responsibility for the base is now being transferred to NATO forces. Jasionka has played a key role as a logistics center for the delivery of American military equipment to Ukraine. While the US has not confirmed a full withdrawal from Poland, the move has sparked discussion about the future of American military presence in the region, particularly given the base’s symbolic and strategic importance. Reports from the Financial Times and NBC News suggest that the Pentagon is considering a broader reduction of troops in Poland and Romania by about 50 percent. The potential changes are part of a resource reallocation strategy under the Biden administration. However, some sources indicate that the current withdrawal is part of a routine rotation rather than a permanent drawdown. American forces remain active in other parts of Poland, especially in the western and northern regions, and the strategic partnership between the US and Poland continues. Still, the removal of troops from Jasionka may raise concerns about the level of ongoing US support for Ukraine and the security posture along NATO’s eastern flank. While the withdrawal does not mark a full disengagement, it underscores the need to reassess long-term security arrangements. These may include a combination of troop deployments, joint infrastructure development, and diplomatic cooperation. Maintaining strong alliances and open communication will be key to preserving regional stability. Source: WEI