Sibiga commented on the statements of Polish politicians on the history of Ukraine, in particular the statement that “Ukraine with Bandera will never be in the EU.”
“Firstly, no one will dictate our history to us. This is fundamental. This is our history and our state,” the foreign minister emphasized.
He also noted significant progress in relations with Poland on sensitive historical issues and emphasized that President Vladimir Zelensky supports search operations and exhumations of victims of historical events, which occur unhindered and with mutual permissions.
“There cannot be, should not be, and will not be any obstacles to exhumation. After all, all victims deserve honor and memory,” Sibiga said.
When asked whether historical issues could cease to play a key role in relations with Poland, the minister replied that progress was already noticeable. He emphasized the importance of frank dialogue in which one needs to “hear each other.”
“Ukraine’s membership in the EU is in the interests of the Poles, and Poland has an understanding of this,” Sibiga added.
He also confirmed that the Polish leadership supports Ukraine's membership in the EU and NATO, calling him “one of our biggest advocates.”
