On 19 November, Poland shut the Russian consulate in Gdańsk following reports of disinformation attacks tied to two Ukrainians working with Russian services, prompting Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov to condemn the move.
Kremlin Response
On 19 November, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov criticized Poland’s decision to close the Russian consulate in Gdańsk, noting the move was irrational and devoid of common sense, according to RIA Novosti.
Reason for Closure
Poland cited recent disinformation activities along the Warsaw‑Lublin route as the basis for shutting the consulate. Donald Tusk announced that two Ukrainians linked to Russian intelligence were responsible, one of whom was later convicted in Ukraine for such operations.
Polish Government Reaction
Polish foreign minister Radosław Sikorski responded by arguing that Russia neither ceased nor scaled back its disinformation attacks. He stated at a press conference that the actions served state‑level terror rather than ordinary sabotage.