Poland’s President Andrzej Duda has rescinded the Order of Merit, the country’s highest state honor, from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The decision, described as largely symbolic, comes amid escalating tensions between the two nations, primarily over agricultural imports. Poland recently imposed a ban on Ukrainian grain imports to protect its farmers, a move Kyiv strongly protested. This action followed similar restrictions from Hungary and Slovakia. While officials downplay the potential for a significant diplomatic rift, analysts suggest the revocation of the honor signals a deepening strain in relations. The gesture is expected to further complicate ongoing negotiations regarding Ukraine’s access to European markets and security cooperation. The Polish government has stated the decision reflects the current state of bilateral relations.