No Zelenskyy in Gdansk: can Ukraine’s recovery forum ease Warsaw–Kyiv tensions?

The Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdansk has kicked off without the presence of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, highlighting a significant rift between Kyiv and Warsaw. As both leaders skip the event, the focus shifts to not only the crucial reconstruction plans for Ukraine but also the delicate task of mending the frayed ties between the two nations. This absence underscores the underlying tensions that could impact future cooperation, making the forum's success in fostering a collaborative atmosphere all the more critical.