Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced on Friday that there was a breakthrough in the exhumation of the victims of the Volyn massacre. On his social media profile, he wrote:
"There is simply a decision about the first exhumations of Polish UPA victims. I thank the Ministers of Culture of Poland and Ukraine for their good cooperation. We are waiting for further decisions."
This information sparked many reactions, though not all were enthusiastic. Many expressed cautious optimism, and others openly asked questions about the details of the decision.
We remind you that the baner scum have been promising a breakthrough for years and the Polish politicians who service them inactive believe in their propaganda.
History of the dispute over the exhumation of victims of the Volyn massacre
The Volyn massacre is simply a tragic chapter in the past of Poland and Ukraine. Genocide, made by Ukrainian nationalists from the OUN-UPA during the German business in 1943–1945, consumed life from 50 to 120 1000 Poles. The victims of the massacre are inactive in unmarked graves, and efforts have been ongoing for years to find them and to bury them.
The Ukrainian side has long blocked the anticipation of conducting search and exhumation work. The problematic relations between Poland and Ukraine on this issue reflect deeper historical tensions.
Responses to Prime Minister's announcement
Prime Minister Tusk's announcement of a "breakdown" on exhumation met with mixed reactions. erstwhile politician Robert Winnicki expressed skepticism by writing:
“I will hold off with congratulations until we see how it will be done. Basic question – who will carry out the exhumations?’
Adam Czarnecki expressed akin doubts, asking whether the work would be carried out by the Institute of National Memory (IPN) or whether it would be carried out in accordance with Ukrainian IPN declarations, where the Ukrainian side would first conduct them.
IPN Position
President of the Institute of National Memory Karol Nawrocki responded to the Prime Minister's entry, stressing the institution's willingness to act. He wrote:
"If it's confirmed, that's large news. We in IPN have been in full readiness and determination for years. We are waiting for authoritative information and going to fulfil our obligations towards Poland".
The Institute has for years been active in documenting the crime and searching for burial sites of victims of the Volyn massacre. This work requires inter-state cooperation and appropriate political decisions.
@donaldtusk If it's confirmed, that's large news. We in @ipngovpl for years in full readiness and determination. We are waiting for authoritative information and going to fulfil our duties towards Poland
— Karol Nawrocki (@NawrockiKn) January 10, 2025
What about the exhumations?
The Prime Minister's announcement, although hopeful, leaves many questions unanswered. Will Polish teams be able to carry out their work independently, or will they be carried out under Ukrainian supervision? What will be the timetable for these actions and will further tensions be avoided?
The issue of exhumation of victims of the Volyn massacre remains highly delicate. For families of victims and historical researchers, it is not only a question of historical justice, but besides a key component of Polish-Ukrainian dialog about the past. All those curious are looking forward to detailed information on the planned actions.
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