Poland in the UN

On April 20, 2026, Poland participated in the UN Security Council briefing on the maintenance of peace and security of Ukraine.

The full statement delivered by Michał Miarka, Deputy Permanent Representative of the Republic of Poland to the UN in New York, is available below:

Mr. President,

Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine remains a serious security threat and a fundamental challenge to the rules-based international order and global stability. Therefore, I want to thank Bahrain for convening this meeting and the briefers for their informative interventions. Poland aligns itself with the statement to be delivered on behalf of the European Union and its Member States.

Mr. President,

While developments in other regions, including the Middle East, have understandably shifted part of the global attention, this war does not become less dangerous when the world looks away.

Every day Ukrainians are experiencing acts of violence and the unprecedented brutality of the Kremlin. Air raids, bombing, shelling, and destruction of critical and civilian infrastructure remain part of daily reality in one of the largest European countries.

Mr. President,

Ukraine has demonstrated resilience and a clear readiness to pursue diplomatic solutions. However, Russia continues to show no genuine willingness to engage in meaningful and good-faith negotiations. Russia is not seeking peace – it is buying time. Over and over again.

This points to the need of not reducing, but rather intensifying international engagement. Calling for a diplomatic solution is not sufficient – the international community’s role is also to act in a manner that will persuade Russia to engage in genuine negotiations.

The way to change Russia’s calculations is to sustain and strengthen economic pressure – including measures targeting Russia’s shadow fleet and energy revenues. At the same time, we need to continue and increase support for Ukraine.

Pressure is not escalation; it is the path to creating conditions for a just and lasting peace. The way this conflict concludes is of the utmost importance also for upholding the rules enshrined in the UN Charter. We cannot reward the aggressor, nor can we allow a country that breaches the Charter to avoid accountability.

Mr. President,

Poland remains a staunch supporter of Ukraine. We do not see it as charity – it is an investment in global security. In this context, Poland and Ukraine will co-host the Ukraine Recovery Conference in the city of Gdańsk in June, bringing together governments, international organizations and the private sector to coordinate long-term support for Ukraine’s reconstruction and recovery.

We call on all partners to continue and increase support for Ukraine. The brave Ukrainians, who are resisting the aggressor and living under constant threat, need our solidarity, attention, and understanding.

We also would like to express our appreciation to Vanessa Frazier, Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children and Armed Conflict, for her steadfast and dedicated efforts to protect children affected by the conflict in Ukraine. And in that context, following the presentation by the representative of the US, I would like to applaud the initiative by the US administration and by the First Lady of the US, regarding the fate of Ukrainian forcibly displaced children.

Mr. President,

To conclude, let me reiterate: only a combination of strong international support for Ukraine and sustained pressure on Russia can bring about a comprehensive, just, and lasting peace. And there can be no lasting peace built on impunity.

Thank you.