Donald Tusk
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that Russia's economy is facing "dramatic" problems due to the war in Ukraine and new US sanctions. According to his predictions, internal troubles will only intensify Putin's aggression.
President Zelenskyy hopes the war will not last ten years, but Ukraine is ready to fight for another two or three years, according to Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk. Tusk also noted that Ukraine has the right to attack Russia-related targets anywhere in Europe.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy held a series of meetings with European leaders during the EU Summit in Brussels.
Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó joked about a Polish court and the possible detention of Putin's plane, to which he received a sharp response from his Polish counterpart Radosław Sikorski. Sikorski hinted at Hungary's reaction to the 'Druzhba' oil pipeline incident and the independence of Polish justice.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders, including Merz, Macron, and Starmer, advocated for an immediate ceasefire. They propose considering the current line of contact as a starting point for negotiations, supporting Trump's position.
Poland's Internal Security Agency has detained eight people in various parts of the country on suspicion of preparing acts of sabotage. Operational measures are ongoing, Prime Minister Donald Tusk confirmed.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that President Zelenskyy should not be pressured regarding territorial concessions, but instead, Russia should be pressured to end its aggression. This was his response to Donald Trump's calls for Ukraine to accept Moscow's terms.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that Europe's solidarity with Ukraine against Russian aggression is more important than ever before. This became clear after President Zelenskyy's negotiations at the White House and with European leaders.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Ukraine has Europe's full support on its path to peace. He emphasized the importance of creating a realistic peace plan after the meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a phone conversation with a group of European leaders and representatives of the "Coalition of the Willing" after a meeting with Donald Trump. Among the participants were Ursula von der Leyen, António Costa, Alexander Stubb, the Prime Minister of Norway, Keir Starmer, Meloni, NATO Secretary General Rutte, and Tusk.
The Court of Cassation in Rome has suspended the extradition of 49-year-old Serhiy K. to Germany, sending the case back for a new hearing. In Poland, a decision is awaited regarding the extradition of another Ukrainian, Volodymyr Z., suspected of involvement in the gas pipeline explosions.
In recent months, at least ten European countries have reported drone incursions into their airspace, raising concerns and leading to increased security measures. Romania, Poland, Denmark, Finland, Norway, France, Germany, Lithuania, Estonia, and Belgium have witnessed these incidents, some of which are linked to Russia.
Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó accused Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk of "protecting terrorists" after his comments on the Nord Stream explosions. Tusk stated that the main problem with Nord Stream 2 was not its sabotage, but the very fact of its construction.
Ukraine's Ambassador to Poland Vasyl Bodnar stated that Ukraine will not interfere in the case of Volodymyr Zh. , whom Germany accuses of blowing up Nord Stream. The final decision will be made by a Polish court, but Ukraine will defend the interests of its citizen.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that the extradition of a Ukrainian suspected of involvement in the Nord Stream pipeline explosions is not in Poland's interest.
Norwegian F-35 fighter jets will begin a NATO air defense mission in October, based near Poznań. Pilots will be ready to intercept Russian drones and aircraft if the border is violated; the decision rests with the Alliance command.
President Zelenskyy met with the leaders of Denmark, France, Germany, and Poland in Copenhagen. They discussed violations of Russian airspace, the creation of a joint air shield, and security guarantees.
Polish border guards stopped a Russian boat that was drifting 300 meters from a gas pipeline near Szczecin. The incident occurred at 6:37 a.m. on Wednesday, with Prime Minister Tusk reporting daily provocations in the region.
The Polish Prime Minister stated that Russia's victory in Ukraine would mean the end for his country and Europe. He recalled incidents involving Russian UAVs and attempts to illegally cross the border with Belarus.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban stated that the real threat to Europe is economic stagnation. He emphasized that the EU is stronger than Russia - in terms of population, GDP, and military spending.
The Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns citizens against traveling to Belarus due to documented cases of interrogations and detentions, as well as difficulties with consular assistance. Since May 20, 2024, there have been no diplomats or a consul at the Belarusian diplomatic mission in Estonia.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki signed a law on aid to citizens of Ukraine, which limits benefits for those who do not work in Poland.
Polish climber Andrzej Bargiel became the first person to ski down from the summit of Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen. He spent 16 hours in the "death zone" and, after a short stop at the summit, embarked on a historic descent.
Poland resumed traffic at border crossings with Belarus on September 25, but urges its citizens to refrain from traveling and to leave Belarus. The Polish Foreign Ministry warns of possible difficulties with evacuation and border closures in case of a worsening situation.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that Donald Trump's optimism regarding Ukraine conceals a promise to reduce US involvement and shift responsibility for ending the war to Europe.
Russian "Shaheds" of the "Geran-2" and "Geran-3" types have a flight range of up to 2500 km and 1600 km, respectively, which allows them to reach European countries, including Great Britain and France. Expert Kostiantyn Kryvolap notes that European air defense systems are effective against high-altitude targets, but may have problems with low-flying drones.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated at the UN General Assembly that Russia's invasion of European airspace indicates a threat of destabilization for all European countries. He emphasized the growing "disagreements" that hinder the global order.
Poland will open its border with Belarus on the night of September 23-24 after the completion of the joint Russian-Belarusian military exercises 'Zapad-2025'. Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that the government may close the borders again in case of tension or aggressive behavior from Russia or Belarus.
Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson stated that the country will use force against Russian fighter jets that violate its airspace. This includes the right to use weapons with or without warning in accordance with the IKFN resolution.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that the country would not hesitate to shoot down objects that violate its airspace and pose a threat. He also noted that Poland would exercise caution in less obvious situations to avoid escalating the conflict.