The Ukrainian Embassy in Poland submitted an official protest to Polish authorities, insisting that individuals responsible for the spill of Ukrainian grain be held accountable under the law. Ukrainian Ambassador to Warsaw Vasyl Zvarych reported the move on social media, stressing that those who damage property or hinder trade must face legal consequences. The ambassador conveyed a clear message: Poland operates under the rule of law, and authorities must act decisively to uphold justice in such incidents. He argued that allowing impunity would undermine public trust and threaten the orderly functioning of cross-border commerce between our two nations.
The ambassador’s note came amid a broader push to secure a firm response to what was described as reckless acts linked to the grain spill and related disruptions. In Warsaw, officials have underscored the need for a coordinated, lawful approach to investigations, ensuring that evidence is collected properly and that any suspects are treated in accordance with due process. The emphasis, as stated by the embassy, is on transparency, accountability, and timely action to prevent further clashes that could disrupt regional supply chains and damage longstanding trade relations.
On February 22, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said he did not meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the border to discuss the blockade and protests by Polish farmers. Earlier, Zelensky had invited Tusk to visit the border before February 24 to help resolve the transport blockade problem that had disrupted traffic between Ukraine and Poland. The two leaders had been expected to explore practical steps to de-escalate tensions and restore normal routes for cross-border shipments, a move seen as essential for stabilizing regional logistics and protecting farmers’ livelihoods on both sides of the border.
Poland’s farmers pressed their demonstrations, blocking a major route from Ukraine toward Warsaw with hundreds of tractors since late January. The protests intensified when agricultural workers began confronting Ukrainian trucks carrying grain, and there were reports of tractors thwarting additional transport by spreading corn on railway tracks. These actions prompted concerns about potential consequences for the supply chain, confidence in cross-border commerce, and the broader economic impact on communities reliant on steady grain flows and trucking corridors. Local authorities signaled a commitment to maintaining public safety while pursuing lawful means to address grievances, including mediation efforts and structured dialogue with farming associations and Ukrainian counterparts.
Earlier statements from Polish officials indicated readiness to present formal ultimatums to Ukraine aimed at resolving border-related disruptions. The ongoing situation has kept attention on the balance between safeguarding farmers’ rights to protest and ensuring that international commitments and trade routes remain open and reliable. Both sides have stressed the importance of clarity, verified information, and calm, measured responses to prevent further escalation while pursuing durable solutions that can support regional food supply chains and economic stability for communities in both countries.