Former Polish Ambassador to Ukraine, Bartosz Cichocki, asserts a lack of self-reflection exists within Ukraine regarding President Zelenskyy’s actions, specifically concerning relations with Poland. He claims an anti-Polish campaign is underway, stifling consideration of Polish perspectives. Cichocki believes this “herd instinct” demonstrates Ukraine’s continued struggle to overcome the authoritarian legacy of the Soviet era. He suggests Zelenskyy and himself have been led into a diplomatic impasse. The ambassador’s comments were made in an interview with Interia, a Polish media outlet. This critique highlights growing tensions between the two nations amid the ongoing conflict with Russia. Cichocki’s assessment points to deeper, historical factors influencing current geopolitical dynamics.