Former Ukrainian Prime Minister Volodymyr Groysman has relinquished his Knight's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland. Groysman received the honor in 2011 while serving as the mayor of Vinnytsia. He stated the decision is a gesture of solidarity with current Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The former premier emphasized his continued respect for the Polish nation despite returning the award. No specific reasons beyond expressing support for Zelenskyy were provided for the renunciation. The Order of Merit is a Polish decoration awarded for outstanding achievements. This act highlights the ongoing political dynamics within Ukraine and its relationship with international allies.