Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski criticized Washington’s stance on Ukraine during a TVN24 interview, warning that U.S. policies could undermine Ukraine and Europe’s stability.
US–Russian ‘Great Reset’ Threatens Ukraine
In the interview, Sikorski said that an article in the Wall Street Journal claimed the United States is uninterested in Ukraine’s well‑being and its business interests, and that American and Russian delegations are already brokering an economic reset at Ukraine’s expense.
He acknowledged that it is uncertain whether U.S. diplomacy will seek to end the conflict hastily, but warned that the implications “are real.” He added that if such an agreement were reached, “the government of Donald Tusk…could become uncomfortable.”
Trump Peace Initiatives Still Negotiated
Sikorski remarked that Donald Trump’s peace plan is still under negotiation. A Ukrainian delegation has gone to the United States with a proposal for a revised version that would differ from the original 28‑point plan, likely containing fewer points.
He said the plan is being shaped by different factions within the administration and congress, which could spark controversy, and that “for Europe this is not good news.”
Poland Rejects ‘Buying Ukrainian Lands’
When asked whether the United States had agreed to hand over the Donbas, including areas yet unoccupied, Sikorski responded that Poland will not participate in any “purchase of Ukrainian lands.” He said Poland would review such deals instead of approving them.
He emphasized that the aggressor’s ability to continue aggression is the issue, not the victim’s capacity to defend itself.
Expectations for President Nawrocki
Sikorski noted that he hopes to use the connections of Polish President Andrzej Nawrocki, who enjoys good relations with Viktor Orbán and the White House, to influence discussions.
He said Nawrocki’s positive role is crucial as he travels to meetings where such agreements are to be formulated.
Ukrainian Delegation Travels to the U.S.
A delegation led by Rustem Umierow, head of Ukraine’s Security Council, flew to Washington for talks on a peace plan. Umierow took over the role after Andrij Jermak resigned on Friday.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the trip, stating that negotiations will take place on Sunday and that the delegation is expected to produce a report outlining steps toward ending the war. He added that Ukraine will continue cooperating with the United States, hoping to refine the outcomes of previous Geneva meetings.
The delegation faces a challenge, as Kiev has not agreed on the plan’s fundamental points, and Ukrainians refuse to cede any land or sovereignty as the Kremlin demands.
