Poland’s Prime Minister Donald Tusk says Ukraine is looking for ways to reduce tensions with Warsaw, while arguing that Ukraine should confront issues from its past to move forward. Speaking on Friday, Tusk framed current efforts as part of broader efforts to stabilize diplomatic relations between the two neighboring countries, which have deteriorated sharply in recent months. He said Ukraine’s approach aims at lowering the temperature in ties, but he added that Poland expects Ukraine to address historical questions as part of the process of deeper cooperation.
The remarks come as diplomatic relations between Poland and Ukraine reach what the reports describe as their worst crisis since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The two countries have faced disputes that have affected coordination and public sentiment, with governments and officials trading concerns over policy and historical narratives. Tusk linked resolving the historical dimension with progress toward European integration, suggesting that both political reconciliation and practical cooperation are needed. The statements reflect ongoing negotiations and talks aimed at easing bilateral strain.
