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Poland's New President Pledges Ukraine Support, Rejects NATO

6/6/2025

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Poland's new President Karol Nawrocki, backed by the right-wing Law and Justice party, pledges military aid for Ukraine in its fight against Russia, yet stands firm against NATO membership for Kyiv. His election stirs worries in Brussels and Ukraine about EU relations and the rule of law, while he seeks to bolster ties with Hungary and confront historical grievances with Ukraine.

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Poland's new President Karol Nawrocki, backed by the right-wing Law and Justice party, pledges military aid for Ukraine in its fight against Russia, yet stands firm against NATO membership for Kyiv. His election stirs worries in Brussels and Ukraine about EU relations and the rule of law, while he seeks to bolster ties with Hungary and confront historical grievances with Ukraine.