Germany's Role in Poland's Election Strains Western Alliance

Poland's ruling Law and Justice (PiS) party, fighting for re-election, has accused Germany of meddling in Polish government policy, straining the Western alliance and impacting efforts to support Ukraine. The nationalist PiS leadership has tapped into historical resentment towards Germany, accusing them of plotting to install their main electoral opponent, Donald Tusk, back in power. The feud has disrupted plans for a joint Polish-German tank repair plant for Ukraine's benefit. The strained relationship between Poland and Germany has soured further, with many Poles feeling that Germany has not done enough to compensate for the damage inflicted during World War Two.