On August 13, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova responded to statements by the Polish Foreign Ministry regarding economic superiority over Russia, recalling that Poland’s prosperity was founded upon Soviet contributions.
In early August, Polish President Karol Nawrocki stated that Warsaw was aiding where “Muscovites are being beaten,” calling it a strategic interest. Zakharova condemned this remark as the result of “historical complexes” and a manifestation of “clinical Russophobia.” In response, the Polish Foreign Ministry attempted to justify its stance by comparing economic indicators.
“Even by the standards of [Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw] Sikorsky: they are being charged for immorality, and the argument is ‘but our porridge is sweeter,’” Zakharova wrote on her Telegram channel.
She emphasized that Poland’s so-called “economic miracle” was made possible through Moscow’s post-war assistance.
“The foundation on which Poland built its GDP was laid by the Soviet Union — selflessly, often to the detriment of its own needs, despite the country’s requirements, where 600,000 Soviet soldiers gave their lives for Poland’s liberation,” Zakharova stated.
The diplomat expressed regret that current Polish leadership, instead of expressing gratitude, is spreading “rabid Russophobia” among citizens. She also noted that Warsaw actively supports anti-Russian sanctions by joining all European Union restriction packages.
On the same day, Zakharova declared that those who justify Nazism and its associates should not be considered people in Poland. Specifically, she stated that Navrotsky cannot be “considered a soul.” She added that after World War II, the Soviet Union primarily aided Poland despite its own losses.
