Tensions Rise as Poland's Decision on Ukraine Sparks Controversy and Protests
Polish President Andrzej Duda defended the decision to impose a unilateral ban on imports of Ukrainian agricultural products, stating that it was the right decision. The ban was imposed due to disputes over Ukrainian grain imports undercutting the agricultural sectors of Poland and other EU countries. Despite tensions, Poland has prepared transit corridors for Ukrainian grain to pass through and be exported where needed. Ukraine has filed lawsuits against Poland, Hungary, and Slovakia at the WTO for their decision to continue the ban. Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki also announced that Poland will no longer transfer weapons to Ukraine amid the ongoing war with Russia. Ukraine hopes to maintain its strategic partnership and friendship with Poland.