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politicalpolandlow impact18/08/2026, 11:05:14Confidence 25/100

X reports rising tensions between Poles and Ukrainians fueled by Russian propaganda — not independently verified

Russian propaganda reportedly exacerbates tensions between Poles and Ukrainians, leading to hate crimes. Authorities are investigating these incidents and reinforcing measures against such offenses amid a political crisis in bilateral relations.

Location: Poland

Claims & verification status

Claimed

Rafal Pankowski claims that Russian propaganda exacerbates tensions between Poles and Ukrainians.

Attributed to: Rafal Pankowski
Claimed

Authorities in Poland are investigating incidents of hate crimes against Ukrainians and are reinforcing measures to combat such offenses.

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Impact analysis

Who claims what

  • —The tensions between Poles and Ukrainians are occurring amid a political crisis in bilateral relations.
  • —There are reported attacks on Ukrainians in Poland and the use of hate speech against refugees.
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Our assessment

If the reported rise in anti-Ukrainian incidents in Poland and the role of Russian propaganda are substantiated, companies with operations, supply chains, or staff drawn from both…

Sources & evidence

statementTelegram: Suspilne News(class C)original
statementTelegram: Suspilne News(class C)original

Who this event matters for

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How we verify this event

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