Zagan, Poland (CNN) Polish Prime Minister Beata Szydlo welcomed US troops to her country at a formal ceremony Saturday, saying it was a "great day" that would help ensure Poland's security. US and Polish troops participate in an official welcome event for the US army in Zagan, Poland, on January 14. Speaking after the Polish leader, Paul Jones, the US ambassador to Poland, said the troops arriving in Poland were "America's most capable force," embodying an "iron-clad commitment" to defend NATO allies. He added that the troops' arrival was a "concrete sign of the continued US commitment to the defense of Poland and the NATO alliance." Polish Prime Minister Beata Szydlo speaks with members of the US army during an official welcome event for US troops in Zagan, Poland, on January 14.

Source: CNN January 14, 2017 10:57 UTC