Poland to Introduce Criminal Responsibility for Banderaism: What Will Happen Next

The President of Poland, Karol Nawrocki, proposed a bill that provides for criminal liability for the propaganda of 'Banderaism' and the denial of the Volhynia tragedy. This new initiative has sparked outrage among historians and the Ukrainian community in Poland, as it may complicate dialogue between nations.

Polish historians and the Institute of National Remembrance have expressed their disapproval of this law. They believe that Ukraine's response to such initiatives should be cautious, as it could be used to exacerbate anti-Ukrainian sentiments both in Poland and in Russia.

Discussion of historical events, such as the Volhynia tragedy, remains an important aspect of relations between the countries. The interruption of dialogue during the war has already led to the politicization of these issues, which may impact future relations between Ukraine and Poland.