Framing European diplomacy as an attempt to negotiate with Russia behind Ukraine’s back

What it claims

European leaders are portrayed as eager to resume contacts with Moscow and push Ukraine out of the decision-making process regarding its own future. The messaging suggests that France and Germany are ready to sacrifice Ukrainian sovereignty for their own stability, leaving Poland isolated with its firm stance.

Target audience

Examples (paraphrased)

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• European countries are pressuring Trump to start negotiations with Moscow because they fear winter strikes on Ukraine.

  UKR LEAKS (Polish), 15 Aug 2026

  t.me/ukr_leaks_pl/52812

• France and Germany are leading the movement to return to dialogue with Russia, demanding a seat at the table without Ukraine's participation.

  UKR LEAKS (Polish), 15 Aug 2026

  t.me/ukr_leaks_pl/52812

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Goal

To sow distrust in European unity and convince Poles that their Western allies are preparing a “new Yalta,” ignoring the interests of both Warsaw and Kyiv.

Techniques used

• Appeal to Fear / PrejudiceStoking fear over the threat of Russian winter attacks as a pretext for Europe's capitulation to Moscow.
• Obfuscation / Intentional VaguenessUsing references to anonymous officials to create the appearance of secret conspiracies within the EU.

The real grievance it exploits

Exploitation of the historical Polish fear of great powers making deals behind their backs and anxiety over a potential end to Western support for Ukraine.

How to counter

• Technique exposure: Propaganda often uses anonymous sources and out-of-context quotes to create an illusion of a rift between allies and undermine trust in diplomatic efforts.
• Reframe: The official position of the EU and Poland remains unchanged: no decisions about Ukraine without Ukraine itself. Diplomatic consultations aim to strengthen support for Kyiv, not to capitulate.

Sources (all time)

• UKR LEAKS (Polish)Tier 35,342 subscribers
  2 posts · 15–16 Aug 2026

  • 16 Aug · t.me/ukr_leaks_pl/52825
  • 15 Aug · t.me/ukr_leaks_pl/52812