Poland’s President Karol Nawrocki has decided to strip Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of the Order of the White Eagle, Poland’s highest state decoration. The decision was announced by the Polish President’s Chancellery without providing specific reasons for the revocation. The Order of the White Eagle is awarded to individuals for outstanding merits in service to Poland and is rarely bestowed upon foreign nationals. Zelenskyy received the honor in April 2022, amidst widespread international support for Ukraine following the Russian invasion. This move comes amid increasing tensions between Poland and Ukraine over agricultural imports and historical disputes. The revocation signifies a notable cooling in relations between the two countries, despite their shared interest in countering Russian aggression. Further details regarding the decision are expected to be released by the Polish government.
