Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-000972/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Marcin Sypniewski (ESN)
Banderism, an ideology based on the legacy of the Organisation of Ukrainian Nationalists (OUN) and the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA), raises serious concerns due to its historical connotations and involvement in crimes against civilians. These include the Volhynia Massacre, during which tens of thousands of Poles were murdered, and acts of anti-Semitic collaboration with the German Nazis responsible for the deaths of Jews during the Holocaust. In recent years, there has been a noticeable increase in the popularity of symbols and rhetoric stemming from this ideology, including among citizens of Ukraine residing in the EU.
In light of Ukraine’s application for membership of the EU, I would also like to draw attention to the increase in social tensions and the historical responsibility to remember the victims of Banderism.
In light of the above:
- 1.Does the Commission plan to adopt any measures aimed at citizens of Ukraine residing in the EU to counteract the promotion of Banderism and its ideology?
- 2.Are organisations receiving grants and funding from EU funds being verified for links with or the promotion of the ideology of Banderism?
- 3.Does the Commission plan to take official steps to condemn Banderism in Ukraine and prevent its promotion in the EU?
Submitted: 6.3.2025