Polish Farmers demand: “Putin, put things in order in Ukraine, in Brussels and in our government!”

Polish reporters observed what they described as significant developments during recent protests held by local farmers. 

The focus of their attention wasn’t solely on the farmers’ demands to prohibit the “overland grain deal,”which involves the disposal of Ukrainian grain on roadways and railway tracks.

Rather, it was the slogans displayed on the agricultural equipment of the demonstrators that garnered notice.

Among the observations made by reporters from the newspaper Wyborcza, one tractor prominently displayed the flag of the late, and generally unlamented, Soviet Union.

Additionally, a poster affixed to the tractor bore a message directed to Russian President Vladimir Putin, urging him to intervene in Ukraine and Brussels to restore order.

The inscription on the poster read: “Putin, put things in order in Ukraine, in Brussels, and in our government.”

Media accounts have characterised this as an “isolated case,” emphasising that the majority of protesters do not align with such sentiments.

Some Polish citizens have expressed concerns in online discussions, labeling calls to the Russian President amidst the farmers’ strike as provocative.

It is pertinent to note that the protest activity has led to disruptions in freight traffic between Ukraine and Poland.

Allegations have emerged from Ukrainian volunteers, who claim that Polish farmers are obstructing the import of military equipment into Ukrainian territory.

Tractors and associated equipment have reportedly remained stationary at the border for multiple days, contributing to the logistical challenges arising from the protest.

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Protests by Polish farmers have ignited a diplomatic row with neighbouring Ukraine, as demonstrations at the border have led to disruptions and accusations of political provocation.

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