Poland is taking civilian preparedness seriously. According to France 24, the country has launched a one-day military training program called 'Always Ready' for civilians, part of broader efforts to prepare its population for potential conflict. With Poland now spending nearly five percent of its GDP on defense—more than most NATO members—and facing ongoing Russian hybrid attacks, the initiative has proven surprisingly popular, underscoring deep public concern about regional security.

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