Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski stated that Ukraine could join the EU in the early 2030s. For this to happen, the country must overcome corruption and adhere to all necessary procedures.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged EU allies to overcome differences on using frozen Russian assets, as new funding is critical for the country's economy. The EU has postponed a decision until December on using Russian state assets to provide Ukraine with €140 billion in loans, facing objections from Belgium and Slovakia.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski stated that Europe must be ready to support Ukraine for at least another three years. He believes that Russian dictator Putin will not be able to wage war for so long.
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.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused Poland of "terrorist acts" after refusing to provide a safe air corridor for Vladimir Putin's plane. The Russian diplomat stated that the Polish authorities are allegedly provoking Ukraine and are ready to carry out their own "terrorist acts."
Poland has warned Russian President Vladimir Putin of possible arrest if he crosses its airspace for a summit in Hungary with Donald Trump.
Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó criticized Poland's decision not to extradite a Ukrainian suspected of sabotaging Nord Stream pipelines to Germany. Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski responded that this was self-defense against an aggressor.
Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned Poland's Chargé d'Affaires, Marcin Wilczek, over Foreign Minister Sikorski's display of an Iranian drone, used by Russia in Ukraine, in the British Parliament. The Polish side emphasized the threat posed by drones to Poland, while Tehran considers the demonstration a violation of diplomatic norms.
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Radosław Sikorski became an honorary doctor of Ivan Franko Lviv University. He visited Lviv on an unannounced visit, laid flowers at the site of the Russian shelling, and participated in a diplomatic forum.
The head of Polish diplomacy visited Lviv region, honoring the memory of those killed in Lapaivka on October 5. At that time, four people died and eight were injured as a result of a Russian strike on a residential area.
Polish and Baltic officials sharply reacted to statements by former German Chancellor Angela Merkel, who, in their opinion, partially blamed them for Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Merkel pointed to the refusal of Eastern European countries to engage in direct negotiations with Putin in 2021.
US Special Envoy Keith Kellogg stated that Putin realizes the impossibility of winning the war. He also supported tougher actions against Russian aircraft and drones violating NATO airspace, citing Turkey as an example.
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Radosław Sikorski believes that only China can make Russia stop the war in Ukraine. He emphasized that pressure on Russia, not just words, is needed to achieve a ceasefire.
Russia intends to connect the Zaporizhzhia NPP to its energy system, despite the risks of a nuclear incident. For this purpose, a 200 km long power transmission line has already been built from Melitopol to Mariupol.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha discussed new packages of military aid to Ukraine with his counterparts from Germany, Poland, and France. They are united in the view that security guarantees must be effective and legally binding.
In recent weeks, NATO countries have faced provocations from Russia: fighter jet flights and drones over strategic facilities. These are elements of hybrid warfare aimed at destabilizing and dividing partners.
Expeditionary work to search for and exhume Ukrainians in the Polish village of Jureczkowa will begin at the end of September. This happened after the exchange of lists of places for searching for remains between Ukraine and Poland in January.
Hungary will not give up Russian oil, citing a lack of infrastructure for alternative supplies. Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó called Western European officials "fanatics" who criticize Budapest's position.
British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stated that Russia's reckless actions in the airspace of Poland, Romania, and Estonia threaten a direct conflict with NATO. She emphasized that the Alliance is ready to defend the skies and territory of its allies.
At an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council, Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski warned Russia of serious consequences if a missile or other object enters NATO airspace. This followed the incursion of Russian fighter jets into Estonian airspace and drone flights over Poland.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski, during talks in Warsaw with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, stated the need to adhere to the UN Charter and respect Ukraine's sovereignty. He also drew attention to Russia's destabilizing actions and the invasion of Russian drones into Polish airspace.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski stated that the massive flight of Russian drones over Polish territory is not accidental. He noted that this incident should be a signal for the EU and NATO regarding the creation of a no-fly zone over Ukraine.
Poland shows the fastest GDP growth among 26 EU countries, with a projected growth of 3. 3% in 2026. Since 2017, the country's economy has grown by 93%, and the zloty has become the most successful currency among emerging markets.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski announced 100% success of Polish air defense during the Russian drone attack on September 10. Out of 19 UAVs, three or four were shot down, but the drones did not reach their targets and did not cause significant damage.
The Polish Foreign Minister proposed to the allies to intercept Russian missiles and UAVs in the airspace of Ukraine. He also called for coordinated actions against Russia's "shadow fleet" in the Baltic and North Seas.
Ukraine and Poland have agreed on joint development in the defense sector, including the possible placement of production facilities in Poland. Polish military personnel are also expected to arrive in Ukraine, and there will be an exchange of experience in combating drones.
The Polish Foreign Minister did not confirm a drone attack on Rzeszów, but stated that Russian drones had violated Polish and NATO airspace. He emphasized that it was a Russian operation, not a Ukrainian provocation.
Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated the need for joint work on creating an effective air shield for Europe. The Ukrainian air defense system will become an integral part of it, strengthening the security of all partners.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal announced that the Polish delegation was provided with the latest data regarding the deliberate 'Shahed' drone attack. The parties discussed strengthening defense cooperation and the possibilities of joint production of drones and long-range weapons.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski met with the President of Ukraine in Kyiv. They discussed the exchange of experience regarding drone technology, cooperation between defense industries, and the use of SAFE funds.
