Prime Minister Donald Tusk posted a brief but blunt comment on X (formerly Twitter). The post concerns political visits, chaos in the Ukraine peace negotiations and a political crisis in Kyiv. It is another contribution by Tusk to the debate on Europe’s security in the context of the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Details of Tusk's comment: What lies behind the "fatal combination"?
In his post, Tusk wrote: “Orban visits Putin, Nawrocki visits Orban. Chaos in the negotiations over the Witkoff plan, and a political crisis in Kyiv. A fatal combination.” The comment refers to several key events:
- Viktor Orban’s visit to Vladimir Putin: The Hungarian prime minister met the Russian president in Moscow, allegedly to discuss the war in Ukraine and energy. The meeting sparked controversy in the EU, where Orban is criticised for his close ties with the Kremlin.
- Meeting of President Karol Nawrocki with Orban: The Polish president Karol Nawrocki visited Budapest, which Tusk interprets as part of a chain of pro-Russian influence. Nawrocki is accused of pursuing a policy close to Orban’s, which weakens Poland’s position in the EU.
- Chaos in the negotiations over the Witkoff plan: The Witkoff plan is a proposed peace project for Ukraine put forward by the American side (linked to Donald Trump and his envoy Steve Witkoff), involving territorial concessions and a reduction of the army. The document, allegedly worked out with the Russians, raises fears of a capitulation by Kyiv.
- Political crisis in Kyiv: It refers to the resignation of Andriy Yermak, head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, in connection with a corruption scandal. This event destabilises the government of Volodymyr Zelensky at a critical moment of the war.
Reactions to Tusk's comment: A storm on social media
Tusk’s post quickly drew thousands of reactions. On X, users shared their opinions: some praise the prime minister for his vigilance, others accuse him of hypocrisy. For example, user @jachcy ironically wrote: “Either the premier is at a berber’s or on mushrooms Xd”, while @ZenekTonieten recalled Tusk’s meetings with foreign leaders. Another comment: “It’s probably time to end this palace mischief on the Kremlin’s orders” – wrote @okiemtomkaw.
In a broader context, the media highlight the conflict between Tusk and Orban. The premier previously accused Hungary of blocking aid for Ukraine and supporting territorial concessions. The opposition in Poland, including PiS, defends Nawrocki, arguing that this is normal diplomacy.
Consequences for Poland and Europe: A threat to EU unity?
Tusk’s comment underlines growing tensions in Central Europe. Amid the war in Ukraine, Orban’s close relations with Putin and Nawrocki’s potential links may weaken NATO and EU solidarity. Experts warn that the Witkoff plan, if implemented, could mean a partial victory for Russia. For Poland, as a key ally of Ukraine, this is a challenge – Tusk calls for strengthening aid to Kyiv and isolating pro-Russian influences.
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