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Poland, historically one of Ukraine's strongest European allies, is experiencing a significant rift as a dispute over wartime history intensifies. The conflict escalated when Polish President Karol Nawrocki revoked the Order of the White Eagle previously awarded to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This action marks a broader shift in Polish politics, where support for Ukraine is becoming increasingly contentious. The row highlights growing tensions between the two nations, potentially impacting regional stability and the broader Western alliance against Russia. The article underscores how historical grievances are reshaping contemporary political dynamics in Eastern Europe.
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WARSAW – Poland remains one of Ukraine's staunchest supporters in Europe, but a growing row over wartime history is accelerating a broader shift in which Ukraine has become an increasingly divisive issue in Polish politics.
The latest rupture came after President Karol Nawrocki stripped Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of the Order of the White Eagle.
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