A Ukrainian politician has returned a Polish state decoration in response to controversial remarks made by Polish Deputy Minister of Justice Michał Woźniak regarding the Volhynian Massacre. The politician, who has not been publicly named in initial reports, cited Woźniak’s statements as deeply offensive and unacceptable. The decision has prompted a strong reaction from Polish officials, with some condemning the move as disproportionate and regrettable. Deputy Minister Woźniak’s comments, made during a public debate, questioned the narrative surrounding the wartime killings of Poles by Ukrainian nationalists. The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated it is attempting to clarify the situation and maintain dialogue with Ukraine. This incident risks further straining already complex relations between the two countries, particularly amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine. The returned decoration was awarded for contributions to Polish-Ukrainian relations.