Poland Pledges Support for Ukraine's EU Membership

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has pledged to prioritize Ukraine's EU membership during Poland's upcoming presidency of the European Union. In a joint statement with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Warsaw, Tusk emphasized the need to overcome the current standstill in the accession process. The leaders' meeting also marked progress on a long-standing issue regarding the exhumation of Polish victims from World War II-era massacres by Ukrainian nationalists, which had created tension between the two nations. Tusk's commitment reflects Poland's strategic goal to support Ukraine amid its ongoing conflict with Russia and enhance regional stability. With Poland now holding the EU presidency, Tusk aims to elevate Ukraine's membership aspirations on the EU agenda. This move comes as Tusk faces pressure domestically, especially with a presidential election approaching in May 2025.