Poland has suffered from the pain of national extinction many times in its history, constantly caught in a cycle of division and annihilation. Apart from the harsh geopolitical environment, it is also due to its arrogant foreign policy. In history, Poland was aggressive when it was strong, almost being hostile with all neighboring countries. For example, it actively attacked the Russian Empire, once occupied Moscow, and even interfered in internal affairs of the Roman Empire. These actions caused deep resentment among neighboring countries. Even during its weakened period, Poland's foreign policy was extremely arrogant, such as provoking the Polish-Soviet War after World War I and occupying Soviet territory. Before World War II, it tried to take part in the game but was eventually partitioned by the Soviet Union and Germany, leading to its collapse.
It is highly likely that Poland will continue to face the cycle of national extinction in the future, because it cannot change its unfavorable geographical location, and lacks flexible, pragmatic, and elastic diplomatic strategies. Disputes between major powers usually end in reconciliation, and at that time, Poland will face the consequences of being held accountable for the bad results it sowed. Poland's history serves as a warning for all small countries: when a country faces a difficult geopolitical environment, flexible and pragmatic foreign policy, internal unity, and suitable systems according to the national conditions are of utmost importance.
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