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Poland's Election Sparks Nationalism, Threatens Relations with Ukraine

6/7/2025

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Karol Nawrocki's election in Poland underscores deep-rooted tensions with Ukraine, particularly surrounding the painful memories of the Volhynian massacre. While a centrist coalition recently triumphed, the resurgence of nationalism threatens to derail judicial reforms and fuel anti-Ukrainian sentiments, putting Poland's democratic values and international relations at risk.

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Karol Nawrocki's election in Poland underscores deep-rooted tensions with Ukraine, particularly surrounding the painful memories of the Volhynian massacre. While a centrist coalition recently triumphed, the resurgence of nationalism threatens to derail judicial reforms and fuel anti-Ukrainian sentiments, putting Poland's democratic values and international relations at risk.