The spillage of Ukrainian corn from railway wagons near Bydgoszcz has sparked an investigation by Polish authorities. Oleksandr Kubrakov, Ukraine’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Infrastructure took to social media to condemn the incident, revealing that a substantial 160 tons of Ukrainian grain had been destroyed in the spill. Kubrakov’s message, labelling this as the fourth reported case of vandalism at Polish railway stations, underscores the pressing need for accountability and robust measures to tackle such breaches.
Expressing dismay at the situation, Kubrakov called upon the Polish government and law enforcement to swiftly address the issue, stressing that the responsibility for the safety of agricultural products in transit ultimately lies with Polish authorities. However, the lack of specific details regarding the incident’s location and the methodology used to determine the extent of the spillage complicates the investigation and highlights the importance of transparent reporting in such cases.
These pictures show 160 tons of destroyed Ukrainian grain. The grain was in transit to the port of Gdansk and then to other countries.
— Oleksandr Kubrakov (@OlKubrakov) February 25, 2024
The fourth case of vandalism at Polish railway stations. The fourth case of impunity and irresponsibility.
How long will the government and… pic.twitter.com/fMVdtBgl3i
This spillage follows a recent similar event in Medyka, where protesting farmers deliberately emptied Ukrainian grain from railway wagons as a form of demonstration. Such recurring incidents not only raise concerns about the security of goods in transit but also shed light on underlying tensions within the agricultural community. It underscores the necessity for constructive dialogue and effective measures to address grievances and prevent future acts of vandalism.
Важко зберігати спокій, коли дивишся на такі кадри. Я уявити не міг, що середполяків є стільки неадеквату. Люди не розуміють ступінь небезпеки. pic.twitter.com/4XUESO85ru
— Роман Бебех (@roman_bebekh) February 20, 2024