Poland’s President Karol Nawrocki has rescinded the Order of the White Eagle, the country’s highest decoration, from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The decision stems from concerns over Ukraine’s commemoration of individuals accused of collaborating with Nazi forces during World War II. Specifically, the Polish President cited instances of honoring figures with ties to the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA), which engaged in ethnic cleansing during the war. This action marks a significant escalation in tensions between the two nations, already strained by disagreements over agricultural imports and historical memory. The revocation underscores Poland’s firm stance against the rehabilitation of Nazi collaborators. Further details regarding the specific events triggering the decision are available through RT.com. The move is likely to further complicate the ongoing geopolitical landscape in Eastern Europe.
