{
  "id": 328362,
  "title": "Ukrainian ambassador: Worst phase of crisis in relations with Poland over, but tensions remain",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/06/ukrainian-ambassador-worst-phase-of-crisis-in-relations-with-poland",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-06T15:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ukrinform - Politics",
    "slug": "ukrinform-politics",
    "url": "https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-polytics/4151798-ukrainian-ambassador-worst-phase-of-crisis-in-relations-with-poland-over-but-tensions-remain.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ukrainian Ambassador Mykhailo Bodnar has stated that the most challenging phase of the crisis in Ukraine's relations with Poland has concluded, although tensions persist. In an interview with European Pravda, Bodnar explained that historical, political, and social factors have been driving the recent strain in relations between the two countries.\n\nThe significant Ukrainian population residing in Poland has contributed to social tensions, despite their positive impact on both the Polish economy and society. Bodnar highlighted the upcoming parliamentary elections, noting that some politicians are exploiting issues related to Ukraine and Ukrainians to gain political advantage. Furthermore, unresolved historical discrepancies continue to complicate diplomatic discussions.\n\nWhile Bodnar acknowledged that the crisis has reached its peak, the tensions are still affecting ordinary citizens. However, he commended the Polish authorities' swift and effective response to attacks against Ukrainians, both physical and verbal. In incidents of verbal abuse, perpetrators may face job loss or other consequences. The Ukrainian prosecutor's office has also established a dedicated unit to investigate crimes motivated by national hatred, ensuring that discrimination based on nationality is not overlooked.\n\nBodnar expressed concern over the deteriorating public mood in Poland, but dismissed claims that the majority of Polish society harbors negative views towards Ukrainians or regards Ukraine negatively. He emphasized that there are no indications of mass actions targeting Ukrainians and that reducing tensions requires increased engagement from Ukrainian public figures and opinion leaders through visits to Poland and dialogue with politicians and experts.",
  "summary": "Ukraine's Ambassador to Poland, Vasyl Bodnar, believes that the most difficult phase of the crisis in Ukrainian-Polish relations has passed, although tensions within Polish society remain.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}