The BBC reported that one of the main effects of the 2010 Polish Air Force Tu-154 crash would be the impact it has on Russian-Polish relations . It was thought if the inquiry into the crash were not transparent , it would increase suspicions toward Russia in Poland . The '' Wall Street Journal '' states that the result of the joint declaration by the PM 's Vladimir Putin and Donald Tusk on Katyn on the verge of the crash , and the aftermath Russia 's response has united the two nations , and presents a unique opportunity at a fresh start , ending centuries long rivalry and confrontation
2010 Polish Air Force Tu-154 crash
2010 Polish Air Force Tu-154 crash
Poland–Russia relations