Poland-Ukraine Tensions Rise Over Grain Imports Ahead of Polish Election

Poland's PM tells Ukraine's president "never to insult Poles again" amid row over grain imports.
Poland extended ban on Ukrainian grain imports, straining relations with key ally against Russia.
Ukraine's president angered Poland by criticizing "political theatre" around grain imports at UN.
Poland holds election on Oct 15; PM's party adopts more confrontational stance towards Ukraine.
Poland says it backs Ukraine against Russia but must also protect its farmers from unfair competition.

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Posted 9/22/2023, 6:21:00 PM