Gdańsk
The PanStar Acro set sail from Busan to Europe via the Northern Sea Route. The route cuts the journey by 7,000 km, but carries environmental and political risks.
A container ship from Busan will travel to Europe via the Arctic, with stops in the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Poland. The journey will take 40–45 days.
Poland held the largest military parade in its history in Warsaw, featuring more than 2,000 military personnel and 300 pieces of equipment. Prime Minister Tusk said that the country must be strong in order to avoid war.
On Sunday, demonstrations under the slogan "Don't be indifferent" are taking place in 22 Polish cities against the rising violence toward Ukrainians and minorities. The campaign was organized by the Committee for the Defense of Democracy, and the protests were a reaction to a series of attacks, including the beating of Ukrainians in Wrocław.
In Gdańsk, a 37-year-old man beat up a Ukrainian and two Poles, shouting "Banderites. " The attacker was detained; he was drunk and did not have a driver's license. He faces up to 7.5 years in prison.
The URC-2026 conference concluded with the attraction of over 1. 5 billion euros and the signing of more than 30 agreements. Key areas include housing, transport, and municipal infrastructure.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico shared details of negotiations with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the EU summit, calling the development of the dialogue constructive and substantive. The parties discussed the current situation and EU enlargement, despite differing views.
Rescuers broke down the door at Karol Nawrocki's home due to a fake fire report. Polish authorities suspect a foreign provocation and a hybrid attack.
The government plans to increase GDP growth to 6% and labor productivity to 5% per year. They aim to increase the share of investment to 30% through the development of priority sectors.
A new economic strategy will be developed in Ukraine to foster growth and job creation. A conference on Ukraine's recovery will be held in Gdansk this June.
The President discussed preparations for the June conference in Gdańsk with Oksana Markarova. Defense technologies and attracting investment were identified as priorities.
In Olsztyn, adults beat a 14-year-old Ukrainian and forced him to kiss a girl's shoes. The Consulate of Ukraine has taken the investigation of the case under its control.
Macron and Tusk agreed on cooperation in nuclear deterrence and strengthening border protection. Poland will join the group of European allies.
Five individuals are accused of terrorism and sabotage on behalf of Russia. Among the suspects is a Ukrainian who filmed the fire for Russian special services.
Organizers have added locations in Chicago, Brno, and Bratislava for testing. Participants can change their registration location in their personal account until April 7.
Hundreds of billions of dollars for Ukraine: activists at the Polish embassy demanded that a Polish court recognize the decision of a Ukrainian court.
Near the city of Konin, an almost intact drone was discovered, which may have flown in in September. Military police are working at the scene, and an official investigation into the incident is underway.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova commented on the situation surrounding the building of the Russian consulate in Gdansk, stating that there could be consequences. Earlier, Poland withdrew its consent for the Russian consulate to operate in response to a railway sabotage linked to Russian special services.
Russia will close Poland's Consulate General in Irkutsk after December 30, 2025. This decision is a response to Poland's withdrawal of consent for the functioning of Russia's Consulate General in Gdańsk from December 23, 2025.
The presentation of the book by Poland's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Radosław Sikorski, in Krakow was disrupted by pro-Palestinian activists. The politician was forced to leave the event accompanied by security guards, and one of the activists attempted to attack him.
Poland has sent a note to Belarus requesting the extradition of two Ukrainian citizens accused of sabotaging railways on behalf of Russia. These acts of terrorism are linked to incidents in the Mika and Golomb areas, where railway tracks were damaged.
The Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs has withdrawn consent for the operation of the Russian consulate in Gdańsk. This decision was made in response to the railway sabotage, which is linked to the activities of Russian special services.
The General Staff of the Polish Armed Forces reports an increase in Russian psychological operations against Ukraine on Polish territory. The goal is to sow fear and create the impression of a "danger" of Ukrainians staying in Poland.
On Saturday evening, the airspace over Vilnius International Airport was restricted, likely due to spotted balloons. Flights are being diverted to alternate airfields in Kaunas, Riga, and Gdansk.
Ukrainian citizens abroad can provide DNA samples for the identification of missing relatives at SE "Document" units in seven countries. The procedure includes submitting an application and collecting biological material for molecular genetic examination.
New Polish President Karol Nawrocki, during a visit to Berlin on September 16, will again demand that Germany pay reparations for World War II. This demand could negatively affect relations between Warsaw and Berlin, while European countries need unity in the face of the threat from Russia.
Polish law enforcement officers have charged a 41-year-old resident of Sopot with stealing a car belonging to Donald Tusk's family. He faces up to 10 years in prison.
MEP Jacek Protas stated that the drone crash near Elbląg is part of the Kremlin's hybrid strategy. He called for this to be considered a deliberate provocation aimed at destabilizing the situation in Poland.
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.
Pro-government Russian political scientist Sergei Markov was recognized as a "foreign agent". The likely reason is his statement about Russia's responsibility for shooting down an Azerbaijani plane on December 25, 2024.