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Poland

A country in Central Europe
Poland is a country in Central Europe. The country's area is 312,685 km². The population is 38.484 million people. The capital is Warsaw. Poland was formed in the 10th century as a result of the unification of West Slavic tribes between the Vistula and Oder rivers. In the 16th century, it existed as a state formation called the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, which also included Ukrainian lands. Later, the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth was divided between other states. Poland gained independence in 1918. After World War II, it was part of the socialist bloc. It is a member of NATO and actively helps Ukraine in the fight against Russian invaders. Famous Poles: Józef Piłsudski, Lech Wałęsa, John Paul II.
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The baptism took place, which became a symbolic beginning of Polish statehood
1025
The Kingdom of Poland was formed
1364
The Jagiellonian University was founded in Kraków, one of the oldest institutions of higher education in Europe
1410
The Battle of Grunwald took place, which ended with a decisive victory for the Kingdom of Poland
1569
The Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth was created, which became a leading state and cultural center
1791
The first modern constitution in Europe was adopted
1918
Poland regained its independence after the First World War
1978
A Pope was elected who was Polish
1980
An independent trade union was created, which contributed to the fall of communism
2004
The country joined the European Union
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Luxury Chanel and Hermes bags were attempted to be imported into Ukraine without customs duties - they were found at the borderPhoto

Volyn customs officers seized 8 undeclared luxury bags from bus passengers at the Yahodyn checkpoint. The offenders will pay a fine of 30 percent of the goods' value.

Society • April 14, 08:16 AM • 4842 views
NATO allies refuse to support Trump's plan to blockade the Strait of Hormuz - Media

Alliance allies will not participate in a naval blockade of Iran. France plans a separate mission to restore shipping after the fighting ends.

News of the World • April 13, 04:30 PM • 6193 views
Foreign trade deficit increased by half - with whom and what was traded the mostPhoto

The negative balance of trade in goods reached $13. 3 billion with a trade turnover of $33.5 billion. The most imports came from China, and exports went to Poland.

Economy • April 13, 09:00 AM • 3732 views
"European values prevail": EU leaders congratulate Magyar on election success in HungaryPhotoVideo

The President of the European Council and the Prime Ministers of Spain and Poland congratulated the leader of the Tisza party. António Costa noted the record turnout and expressed readiness for cooperation with Hungary.

Politics • April 13, 02:53 AM • 12811 views
Holy Fire from Jerusalem arrives in Ukraine - border guards meet the relicPhoto

The relic was brought from Jerusalem via Warsaw and handed over to Volyn border guards. The fire was delivered to Lutsk and will later be sent to churches and the front.

Society • April 12, 09:28 AM • 5518 views
Rocket fragment found in a garden in Poland

A rocket fragment, likely used to shoot down Russian drones in 2025, was found in a garden in Jarosławiec, Poland.

News of the World • April 10, 05:28 PM • 3721 views
In Poland, Ukrainians were attacked with machetes because of their nationality

In the city of Przasnysz, two men injured Ukrainians with machetes because of their origin. The attackers face up to 12 years in prison and have pleaded guilty.

News of the World • April 9, 02:34 PM • 12266 views
Polish F-16 fighter jets intercepted a Russian Il-20 reconnaissance aircraft

The Russian Il-20 was flying over the Baltic Sea without a flight plan and with its transponder turned off. Polish F-16s identified the object in international airspace.

Society • April 9, 12:24 PM • 5334 views
Ukrainians in Poland must confirm their identity to maintain UKR status - date announced

Refugees without passports in PESEL must update their data by August 2026. Failure to do so will result in the loss of the right to reside and work in the country.

Society • April 9, 08:29 AM • 5913 views
Third suspect detained in Poland in case of arson at arms company in Czech Republic

Polish special services arrested a 23-year-old Pole for complicity in the arson of a workshop belonging to LPP Holding in Pardubice. The court ordered his pre-trial detention for 3 months.

News of the World • April 8, 03:42 PM • 3772 views
Hungary claims "new evidence" in the case of Ukrainian cash collectors

NAV investigators reported the transportation of new banknotes and document falsification by an intelligence officer. Oschadbank denies the accusations and demands the return of its property.

Crimes and emergencies • April 8, 11:53 AM • 5416 views
SBU and FBI exposed a Russian GRU network that spied on EU, US, and Ukrainian citizens through "hacked" Wi-Fi routers

An international cyber operation blocked over 100 Russian GRU servers that were stealing data from Ukrainians and EU citizens. The enemy exploited vulnerable routers.

War in Ukraine • April 7, 06:25 PM • 5125 views
Participant in 'bookmaker' scheme extradited to Ukraine, 19th extradition since beginning of year - Prosecutor General

A fraudster who deceived citizens via Instagram has been extradited from Germany. This is the 19th successful extradition to Ukraine since the beginning of the current year.

Crimes and emergencies • April 7, 06:45 AM • 3657 views
Two Ukrainians charged in Romania with attempted sabotage on behalf of Russia

Two Ukrainians face 10 years for planting incendiary parcels at Nova Poshta branches in Bucharest. The actions were coordinated with Russian special services.

Crimes and emergencies • April 6, 05:09 PM • 7688 views
Russia plans to deploy long-range drone bases in Belarus, threatening Ukraine - Forbes

Moscow plans to establish four UAV control points on Belarusian territory. This will reduce flight time to Kyiv and increase the threat of missile strikes.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 02:02 PM • 5019 views
EU warns against energy crisis turning into fiscal crisis - FT

Brussels urges governments to limit aid due to rising energy prices. Officials fear a new wave of inflation and rising national debt.

Economy • April 6, 09:11 AM • 7444 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine still use rare tanks, and Russia may have received a new "Shahed" for strikes on UkrainePhoto

Ukrainian military reinforced the protection of M-55S and T-64BM2 tanks. Russia is likely equipping Shahed drones with radar seekers for attacks on air defense radars.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 01:59 AM • 6383 views
Two more suspects detained in Czech Republic for arson at defense plant

Police have detained new suspects in the Czech Republic and Bulgaria. The case concerns a fire at the LPP Holding plant, which manufactures drones and optics for Ukraine.

News of the World • April 4, 10:40 PM • 6280 views
Poland reports 96% decrease in illegal border crossing attempts from Belarus

In the first quarter of 2026, only 158 attempts to breach the border were recorded. Poland achieved this result through enhanced security and new government policies.

News of the World • April 4, 09:56 PM • 5570 views
"Ukrainians belong only at home": bots attacked the page of the Ukrainian embassy in Poland

The embassy's page was attacked by AI bots after refuting anti-Ukrainian manipulations. Fake accounts spread Russian narratives about corruption.

Politics • April 4, 12:30 PM • 8449 views
April 4th - NATO's birthday: how the Alliance was created and why it is currently experiencing one of its most difficult crises

The Alliance has come a long way from 12 founders to eastward expansion and Finland's accession. Against the backdrop of the war in Ukraine, NATO is returning to deterring Russia.

Politics • April 4, 05:00 AM • 103468 views
Unknown drone found in Poland

A tourist found a drone in a forest in Poland. Police and an anti-terrorist unit are establishing the origin of the device, which is neither military nor a toy.

News of the World • April 3, 06:01 PM • 8997 views
In Poland, a 17-meter cross caught fire on Good FridayPhoto

In Warsaw, a cross near the church where John Paul II celebrated his first mass caught fire. The cause of the fire may have been candles lit for the anniversary of the pontiff's death.

News of the World • April 3, 05:17 PM • 16424 views
Stoltenberg proposed to Russia to create a buffer zone in Eastern Europe before the invasion of Ukraine

In 2021, the former NATO Secretary General discussed with Lavrov the withdrawal of troops to the 1997 borders. Russia rejected the plan, presenting its own ultimatum to the Alliance.

Politics • April 3, 12:39 PM • 14369 views
Tours to Turkey in 2026: how to get there and not overpay - an analysis from the TourPoisk travel agencyPhoto

Tours to Turkey in 2026: how to get there and not overpay - an analysis from the TourPoisk travel agency.

Business News • April 3, 10:51 AM • 14847 views
Poland scrambled fighter jets due to a massive Russian attack on Ukraine

Polish aviation and air defense systems have been put on high alert due to the shelling of Ukraine. The measures are preventive in nature to protect the borders.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 08:27 AM • 5163 views
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Will Putin exploit the split in the West - the risk of an attack on NATO is growing

Political scientist Taras Zahorodnii warned of possible Russian attacks on the Baltic states and Poland. The Kremlin may use the lack of Western unity to test NATO.

Politics • April 3, 08:16 AM • 71170 views
Orban created "traps" for his successor - Politico learned how loyalists can block new authorities

Viktor Orban appointed his supporters to key state institutions to block budgets and laws. The new government will not be able to change the system without a majority.

News of the World • April 3, 08:06 AM • 4760 views
Training of Ukrainian military personnel continues in Poland as part of the EU missionPhoto

Ukrainian soldiers are undergoing EUMAM Ukraine training in building and trench clearing tactics. The training focuses on close combat and group interaction.

News of the World • April 2, 07:40 PM • 6587 views
In Poland, two suspects were arrested in the case of the arson of a weapons company in the Czech Republic

Special services detained two Poles for aiding in the arson of an LPP Holding workshop. The crime is of a terrorist nature and is related to drone production.

News of the World • April 2, 03:24 PM • 3747 views