Poland's Duda on Banning Grain From Ukraine

Since the Russian aggression against Ukraine in February 2022, Poland has been a key supporter, providing refuge to millions of Ukrainians and supplying military aid, including tanks and jets. Polish citizens have also played a significant role by hosting refugees. However, tensions have arisen over grain trade, as uncontrolled Ukrainian grain sales in Poland have affected local farmers, leading to protests. Poland has established transit corridors to facilitate grain export while protecting its own agricultural market.

What was one of the first actions taken by Poland in response to the Russian aggression against Ukraine?

• Opening its borders to Ukrainian refugees

• Sending humanitarian aid to Russia

• Providing financial aid to the EU

• Closing its borders to refugees

How did ordinary Polish citizens contribute to supporting Ukraine?

• By joining the Ukrainian military

• By protesting against the government

• By taking Ukrainian refugees into their homes

• By donating to Russian charities

What was a significant issue caused by the uncontrolled sale of Ukrainian grain in Poland?

• Increased food prices in Ukraine

• Protests by Polish farmers

• Shortage of grain in Poland

• Closure of Polish seaports

What solution did Poland propose to address the grain deal friction with Ukraine?

• Creating transport corridors for grain transit

• Imposing tariffs on Ukrainian grain

• Banning all grain imports from Ukraine

• Increasing grain production in Poland

What was the impact of the increased volume of Ukrainian grain transiting through Poland?

• It decreased significantly

• It doubled compared to early 2023

• It was banned completely

• It remained the same