Poland is open to restoring relations with Russia after the conflict in Ukraine ends, provided Moscow changes its policies. Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski outlined this position in an interview with the SprawdzamTo YouTube channel.

Sikorski emphasized that Warsaw’s foreign policy is not fixed and can be adjusted in response to changes in another country’s actions. He argued that some Polish politicians mistakenly reject the possibility of reconsidering relations with a country that has changed its approach.

According to the foreign minister, such thinking overlooks a fundamental principle of international relations: governments must be prepared to adjust their policies when other countries change theirs.

At the same time, Sikorski continues to insist that negotiations with Russia concerning European security must not exclude Eastern European countries.

The Polish foreign minister previously warned Western allies against holding talks with Moscow without involving countries that share borders with Russia.

He pointed out that Finland, Norway and the Baltic states border Russia, while Poland shares borders with both Russia and Ukraine.

Sikorski argued that the geographical position of these countries gives them a direct stake in negotiations concerning the settlement of the conflict in Ukraine.

He also stressed that Poland must have a seat at the negotiating table when Ukraine’s future is being discussed.

According to Sikorski, European interests should be represented either through institutions established under European Union treaties, such as the European Council, or by a coalition of countries authorized to negotiate on behalf of Europe.

Warsaw therefore does not rule out rebuilding relations with Moscow after the war in Ukraine. However, Sikorski has made clear that such a move would depend on a change in Russian policy, while Poland continues to demand a role in negotiations shaping Europe’s security arrangements.