"They don't care what Poles think." The announcement of the UPA year has triggered a wave of outrage.

Polish politicians express strong disapproval of the glorification of Ukrainian nationalist figures responsible for historical atrocities against Poles. Mariusz Błaszczak and Krzysztof Bosak criticize the Lviv Regional Council's decision, emphasizing the need for accountability and remembrance of the victims. They argue that such actions undermine Polish-Ukrainian relations, especially given Poland's support for Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict. Jacek Sutryk, the mayor of Wrocław, calls for honesty and respect in bilateral cooperation, stating that patriotism does not excuse past crimes. Bartosz Grodecki from the National Security Bureau highlights the emotional impact of these decisions on Polish society, insisting that Poland cannot remain silent about the glorification of perpetrators of historical violence.