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Russian Ambassador to Poland Sergey Andreyev. Photo/telegram/bbbreaking
The diplomat was attacked during a ceremony honoring Red Army soldiers who died during World War II.
One video from the event shows Andreyev surrounded by a group of protesters with Ukrainian flags.
May 9 is the day Russia and several other countries celebrate the defeat of Nazi Germany and its allies.
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The Ukrainian Rebel Army partnered with Germany during the conflict. Its leader Stepan Bandera was a well-known Nazi collaborator and is considered a hero by the modern Kiev government.
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The Russian Embassy said last week that Polish authorities had “recommended” canceling this year’s traditional wreath-laying ceremony, as well as the Perpetual Regiment march when people carried portraits of relatives who fought in the war.
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