More than half of Poles oppose Ukraine's NATO membership. However, attitudes towards Ukraine's EU membership are more favorable.
On September 4, a summit of the "volunteer coalition" on security guarantees for Ukraine will take place in Paris. Participants plan to discuss additional sanctions against Russia during a conversation with Donald Trump.
The first foreign trip of newly elected Polish President Karol Nawrocki to Washington caused tension in the country. His meeting with Donald Trump exacerbated contradictions with Prime Minister Donald Tusk and his pro-European government.
Commemorations for the anniversary of the start of World War II took place in Gdańsk. Polish President Karol Nawrocki stated the necessity of reparations from Germany for historical justice and security.
Former Polish Health Minister Adam Niedzielski was attacked in Siedlce. Two men beat him, shouting insults regarding his policies during the pandemic.
The Polish government is developing an alternative bill regarding restrictions on assistance to Ukrainians. This comes after President Karol Nawrocki's veto of the previous law, which provided for "800+" payments regardless of employment.
The President of France, the Chancellor of Germany, and the Prime Minister of Poland will visit Moldova. Their visit is intended to support the country's pro-European course and remind of an alternative to Russia.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk criticizes the idea of a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin in Budapest. He recalled that in 1994, Ukraine had already received guarantees of territorial integrity in Budapest, which were violated by Russia.
Polish government spokesman Adam Szłapka explained why there was no Polish representative at the meeting in Washington regarding Ukraine. He noted that invitations to the White House come from the US President, not from other leaders.
EU leaders concluded their video conference meeting. It took place after the Washington summit, Tusk made the first statement.
Representatives of the "coalition of the willing" discussed security guarantees for Ukraine. Leaders reaffirmed the need for continued support for Ukraine in the war with Russia.
Today, a meeting of the "coalition of the willing" took place, co-chaired by Emmanuel Macron and Keir Starmer. Security guarantees for Ukraine and next steps were discussed.
Poland emphasizes the need for caution regarding Putin's words and calls for Western unity. All agreements concerning Ukraine must be made with its participation.
European leaders stated that Russia cannot have a veto right on Ukraine's path to the EU and NATO. They also emphasized the absence of restrictions for the Armed Forces of Ukraine and its cooperation with third countries.
European leaders discussed the results of Trump's meeting with Putin and reaffirmed support for Ukraine. They emphasized the need for security guarantees for Ukraine.
Two Ukrainians born in 2007 and 2008 have been detained in Poland on suspicion of vandalism against monuments. They have been remanded in custody for three months, and one of them is suspected of placing red-and-black flags and inscriptions with "Banderite slogans" on buildings and memorials to the victims of the Volyn tragedy.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk recalled the principle of "peace through strength" before the Trump-Putin meeting. He noted that on August 15, 1920, Poles stopped the Red Army near Warsaw.
A 17-year-old Ukrainian has been detained for three months on suspicion of vandalizing a monument to the victims of the Volyn tragedy. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is monitoring the situation, and the consulate is in contact with Polish law enforcement.
Russia seeks to discuss the reduction of NATO troop presence in Europe at the Alaska summit. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that Russia wants to include this topic in negotiations regarding the future of the war in Ukraine.
Polish media reported on the participation of the new Polish president, Karol Nawrocki, in a meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, which took place after an online meeting with Donald Trump. The president's spokesman, Rafał Leskiewicz, denied information about the participation of Prime Minister Donald Tusk in the meeting with the US president.
Vasyl Bodnar, the Ukrainian Ambassador to Poland, reacted to the incident involving the UPA flag at a concert by Belarusian rapper Max Korzh in Warsaw. He emphasized that Ukrainians must adhere to Polish laws, and such actions harm bilateral relations.
Poland has initiated deportation proceedings against 57 Ukrainians and 6 Belarusians following unrest at Max Korzh's concert. The reasons cited were aggressive actions and the display of the UPA flag.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that US-Russia talks on Ukraine will not change the assessment of Russian policy. He emphasized that borders cannot be changed by force, and Ukraine must participate in decision-making.
President Zelenskyy thanked European leaders for supporting Ukraine ahead of Trump's meeting with Putin. He emphasized that ending the war must be fair. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Sybiha added that concessions to the aggressor provoke further aggression.
European leaders issued a joint statement on Ukraine ahead of Donald Trump's planned meeting with Vladimir Putin. They reaffirmed their support for Ukraine and their readiness to cooperate to achieve a just peace.
Leaders of European countries supported Donald Trump's efforts aimed at ending the war in Ukraine and achieving peace. They emphasized the importance of diplomacy, support for Ukraine, and pressure on Russia.
The Embassy of Ukraine in Poland clarified the new rules for admission to Polish universities for Ukrainian applicants for the 2025/2026 academic year. The changes concern the confirmation of knowledge of the language of instruction and admission dates.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine and Moldova should move forward in the negotiation process regarding EU accession. He emphasized that Ukraine has done everything to open the first cluster of negotiations, and artificial pauses will only harm Europe.
The Polish Prime Minister stated a possible freezing of the Russian-Ukrainian war, referring to a conversation with Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his own intuition. He also mentioned the expiration of Trump's ultimatum to Putin on August 8.
President Zelenskyy appealed to Polish Prime Minister Tusk regarding new admission rules for Polish universities, which complicate the studies of Ukrainian students. The Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Poland requires a B2 level language proficiency certificate, which creates obstacles for applicants.
