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Poland's PM Tusk pushes back against rising anti-Ukrainian violence

With anti-Ukrainian sentiment rising in Poland and attacks on refugees from the war multiplying, Prime Minister Donald Tusk has publicly addressed the trend. He said his government would stand firm against the growing hostility.

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Deutsche Welle Europe1 h ago

Poland has seen a marked rise in attacks targeting Ukrainian refugees who fled the war, prompting Prime Minister Donald Tusk to speak out publicly on the issue and underline its seriousness.

Tusk reaffirmed his government's commitment to protecting Ukrainian refugees, saying rising anti-Ukrainian rhetoric threatens social cohesion in the country. Officials said those involved in the attacks would be held legally accountable.

Poland has been among the countries hosting the largest number of Ukrainian refugees since the war began. However, economic and social strains have at times spilled over into public backlash.

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