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Polish President Proposes Revocation of Zelenskyy's White Eagle Award

President Karol Nawrocki intends to request the withdrawal of the White Eagle award from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, citing historical tensions related to a military unit's naming.

Editorial StaffMay 29, 20261 MIN READ

Polish President Karol Nawrocki has announced plans to seek the revocation of the White Eagle, Poland's highest civilian honor, from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

This request arises after Zelenskyy named a military unit after a controversial group associated with the massacres of ethnic Poles during World War II.

The decision reflects ongoing historical tensions between Poland and Ukraine, highlighting the complexities of their shared past.