After conflict with Poland, Zelenskyy announces decisions
Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced decisions regarding Ukraine's policy toward Poland following a consultation.
- Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for Poland's significant support since Russia's full-scale invasion and emphasized the importance of cooperation for European security.
- Key decisions include diplomatic measures, opening archives related to the Volhynia tragedy, and expanding formats for dialogue between Ukrainian and Polish societies.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced a series of decisions aimed at shaping Ukraine's policy toward Poland, following a consultation on the matter. Zelenskyy began by expressing profound gratitude for Poland's substantial support since the onset of Russia's full-scale invasion, highlighting that Ukraine's defense also strengthens Poland's independence.
Poland has significantly supported Ukraine since the beginning of the full-scale Russian invasion, and we are grateful for that.
"Problems of European security can only be solved by countries cooperating, especially the free states of our region," Zelenskyy stated, underscoring the strategic importance of bilateral relations. He indicated that the decisions made after the consultation would encompass several key areas.
These measures include diplomatic initiatives, the opening of all archives held by Ukraine's security services and foreign intelligence related to the events of the Volhynia tragedy in the 20th century. Additionally, more permits will be issued for search and exhumation work, with a joint effort with Poland to conduct these tasks more effectively.
The defense of Ukraine also strengthens Poland's independence.
Furthermore, new formats for developing dialogue between Ukrainian and Polish societies will be discussed. Zelenskyy also mentioned plans to expand the capabilities of the Ukrainian National Memory Institute, with its head, Oleksandr Alferov, tasked with preparing system proposals for consideration by government members and parliamentary committees regarding increased funding and support for the institute. The president also noted a separate meeting to discuss defense technology issues.
Problems of European security can only be solved by countries cooperating, especially the free states of our region.
Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.