Tusk accuses president of medal blunder as Poland seeks to keep influence in Ukraine war

Poland's President Andrzej Duda has decided to revoke the highest state honor, the Order of the White Eagle, from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The move stems from a disagreement over a World War II military unit.

Prime Minister Donald Tusk accused the president of a medal blunder, arguing that the decision undermines Poland's efforts to maintain influence in the war against Russia. Karol Nawrocki, involved in the matter, seeks to take the honor away from the Ukrainian leader.

This development puts intense strain on one of the most important European alliances in the war against Russia. Poland is attempting to preserve its role in supporting Ukraine, but this dispute may complicate cooperation.