Ukraine's resilience tested by slipping Western support, Poland row

Ukraine’s war effort is increasingly challenged by dwindling aid from its Western allies. Analysts note that beyond weapons, Ukraine relies on a strong national narrative—stories such as the "Ghost of Kyiv" fighter ace, the defiant crew of Snake Island and other symbolic acts—that bolster its ontological security and public morale.

At the same time, Kyiv faces a diplomatic clash with Poland over the legacy of the World‑War‑II-era Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA). President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s decision to name a military unit after UPA heroes sparked Polish outrage, leading to calls for archival access and exhumation permits. Zelenskyy has responded by opening security‑service archives and facilitating Polish research, seeking to ease tensions while the broader war continues.