It's the latest indication that the frontline NATO nation is increasingly considering nuclear protection as fears of Russia grow.

Poland is urging the United States to approve the deployment of nuclear weapons to the country as a measure to deter Russia. The call comes amid fears of a potential threat from the Kremlin, which is accused of targeting some members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization,

As President Trump casts doubt on U.S. alliances, Poland needs to double its military manpower and consider more destructive weapons, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said.