During a ceremony at Łask Air Base, Polish President Andrzej Duda praised former Defense Minister Mariusz Błaszczak for persevering with the acquisition of F-35 fighter jets despite criticism. Duda specifically thanked Błaszczak for not yielding to those who labeled the purchase as extravagant. He further suggested that the current Defense Minister, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, would benefit from the completed deal. Deputy Prime Minister Karol Nawrocki echoed this sentiment, acknowledging Błaszczak’s resolve. The comments were perceived as a subtle critique of Kosiniak-Kamysz. The event also saw mention of the successful signing of the SAFE agreement, achieved despite reported obstacles.