In February 2022, following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, 35 percent of Poles were prepared to defend the country if threatened by a foreign invasion. In contrast, nearly 28 percent of respondents stated that they would try to flee abroad.
What action would you take if your country was attacked by a foreign country?
Characteristic
Share of responsents
I would volunteer for auxiliary service (anti-aircraft and anti-gas defense, sentry, communications)
18.5%
I would volunteer to fight in military or paramilitary formations
16.5%
I would not take any action in such a situation
7.1%
Difficult to say
5.4%
I would try to secure my loved ones in my place of residence
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