Controversial Ukrainian diplomat appointed UN envoy, prompting international criticism

Melnyk’s past defense of WWII-era nationalist leader Stepan Bandera and blunt diplomatic style continue to draw backlash from Israel, Poland, and beyond.

Ukrainian Ambassador to Germany Andriy Melnyk attends the opening for the annual press association ball (Bundespresseball), in Berlin, Germany, April 29, 2022.

(photo credit: REUTERS/FABRIZIO BENSCH)

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Controversial Ukrainian diplomat appointed UN envoy, prompting international criticism

Melnyk’s past defense of WWII-era nationalist leader Stepan Bandera and blunt diplomatic style continue to draw backlash from Israel, Poland, and beyond.

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