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The Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs has withdrawn consent for the operation of the Russian consulate in Gdańsk.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.
The Gdańsk prosecutor's office announced the arrest of Ukrainian Ihor H. for damaging the water supply network in Sopot. He faces up to eight years in prison.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine plans to open over 10 new consular offices by the end of the year, including in Romania, Iraq, Italy, Germany, Slovakia, France, and Poland. Consulates in Antalya and Gdansk will receive general consulate status.
Maryna Semenenko, a deputy of the Chernihiv City Council, and Aleksandra Dulkiewicz, the mayor of Gdańsk, demonstrate effective female leadership. Semenenko increased funding for the Armed Forces of Ukraine and resolved the issue of preferential travel, while Dulkiewicz transformed Gdańsk into an ecological flagship and actively supports Ukrainian refugees.
Due to strong winds on the Portuguese island of Madeira, over 100 flights have been canceled in a week. On Sunday, more than 30 planes did not depart, including Wizz Air flights to Poland.
From July 1, Ukrainians abroad can submit documents for notarial acts online through the "e-Consul" system. This innovation simplifies the process, allowing citizens to upload necessary data and certificates without a physical visit to diplomatic missions until the last step.
