Poland· WarsawPoland restricts entry for Ukrainian official over UPA commemoration
Poland has banned a Ukrainian regional council deputy from entering the Schengen zone for five years due to his initiative to declare 2027 the year of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA) and Roman Shukhevych, a move criticized by Polish officials as harmful to bilateral relations.
Background
Poland and Ukraine share a complex history, particularly concerning World War II-era events and figures like the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA). These historical interpretations often strain diplomatic relations between the two neighboring countries, impacting their cooperation on various fronts.
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Poland restricts entry for Ukrainian official over UPA commemoration
First report 9h agoLast update 2h agoPoland is taking punitive measures, including travel bans and suspension of military aid, against Ukraine due to the Lviv Regional Council's decision to honor the UPA.
Ukraine is attempting to resolve the diplomatic conflict with Poland through closed channels.
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