That has been widely interpreted as a call for the EU to let Poland extend its ban on imports of Ukrainian grain - a ban that is due to expire on 15 September. Mr Przydacz was also quoted as saying: 'What is most important today is to defend the interest of the Polish farmer.' Warsaw has this evening called in Ukraine's ambassador, simply to discuss 'comments of representatives of Ukrainian authorities.'īut the cause of Ukraine's biting response may not be quite that clear-cut. Question the mutual understanding and strength of relations

'We are convinced that Ukrainian-Polish friendship is muchĭeeper than political expediency,' the statement read.

Mr Przydacz's comments angered Ukrainian officials - Ukraine summoned Poland's ambassador to the country for a meeting to discuss them earlier today.Ī Ukrainian foreign ministry spokesperson also dismissed the adviser's comments as 'untrue and unacceptable', with a stinging statement. The row was sparked by top Polish presidential adviser Marcin Przydacz saying Kyiv should be more grateful for Poland's support over the years - similar comments to those from outgoing UK defence secretary Ben Wallace last month. It's a relatively rare breakdown between two neighbours who have been firm allies since the start of the invasion - but what caused it? A diplomatic row between Ukraine and Poland shows little sign of slowing down, with both countries calling in each other's ambassadors today.

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