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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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“It annoys everyone else": Sikorsky on Hungary's “location” between Moscow and Brussels

The Polish Foreign Minister said that Hungary did not receive support at the EU Council meeting. Its position between Moscow and Brussels irritates other members, and the proposal to hold the meeting in Ukraine was vetoed by Hungary.

Politics • July 29, 02:36 PM • 32957 views
Boyko Easter egg included in the cultural heritage of Ukraine

The tradition of creating Boyko Easter eggs with a pin has been added to the National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Ukraine. This technique is widespread in the places where the Boyko people live and has a deep symbolic meaning.

Culture • July 29, 01:05 PM • 19457 views
Tens of thousands of people in the Baltic States and Poland lost power due to storms

Severe storms in the Baltic States and Poland left tens of thousands of people without electricity. In Lithuania and Poland, casualties were reported, infrastructure was damaged, and Latvia experienced record rainfall.

News of the World • July 29, 01:05 PM • 22178 views
Instead of encouraging corruption in a country at war, we need to toughen punishment for “blood profiteers” - Vitaliy Gersak

Vitaliy Gersak, a volunteer soldier, criticized draft law No. 11340, which allows for the payment of offenses for corruption. He proposes to strengthen sanctions and punish all those who illegally profited during martial law.

Politics • July 29, 11:49 AM • 27845 views
Russians shelled Toretsk and Hrodivka in Donetsk region: at least 4 dead, wounded

Russian troops shelled Toretsk and Hrodivka in Donetsk region. The attack killed at least 4 people, wounded 3, and left one person in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • July 29, 10:32 AM • 32709 views
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Flash drives, additional cameras - Oleksandr Ruvin told what atypical elements Russians equip their UAVs with

Alexander Ruvin spoke about new elements in Russian drones, including flash drives and additional cameras. New UAVs similar to Shahed, but designed for reconnaissance and air defense tracking, have been discovered.

War in Ukraine • July 29, 09:19 AM • 73814 views
Two people killed and one injured in Poland due to bad weather

Storms and storms in Poland killed two people and injured two others. Power grids were damaged, scout camps were evacuated, and 18 boats overturned on lakes. Rescuers made more than 3,500 visits.

News of the World • July 29, 08:00 AM • 19346 views
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Head of ARMA explains why she accused Gulliver owner Polischuk of ties to Kremlin elite

Olena Duma, the head of the ARMA, explained that she had seen information about Viktor Polishchuk's ties to the “Kremlin elite” in the media. Polishchuk filed a lawsuit to protect his honor and dignity, denying the allegations.

Society • July 29, 07:04 AM • 95468 views
Security guard at Kyiv TSUM fired for attempting to expel Free Azov protesters

A security guard at the Central Department Store in Kyiv has been fired for trying to kick Free Azov protesters out of the store. The management of the department store apologized for the incident and emphasized that there are no rules prohibiting visitors from expressing their opinions.

Society • July 29, 04:28 AM • 41248 views
Occupants attacked Zaporizhzhia region 573 times, one wounded

The invaders attacked the settlements of Zaporizhzhia region 573 times. As a result of hostile shelling in the Pologovsky district, one person was wounded and residential buildings and infrastructure were damaged.

Society • July 29, 04:07 AM • 28561 views
A drone is shot down in the voronezh region of the russian federation, damaging a utility infrastructure facility

An unmanned aerial vehicle was shot down in the ostrogozhsky district of the voronezh region of the terrorist country. The drone crash damaged a gas pipeline in the village, causing a fire.

Society • July 29, 03:12 AM • 35687 views
DeepState: Terrorists advance in several frontline areas in Donetsk region

According to DeepState, enemy troops advanced in Vesele, Krasnohorivka, near Zhelanne and Novooleksandrivka.

War in Ukraine • July 28, 10:58 PM • 33821 views
11 civilians, including 3 children, were wounded in Kherson as a result of shelling

As a result of an enemy attack in Kherson, 11 civilians were wounded, including three children. Two adults and two children were hospitalized, the rest will receive outpatient treatment.

Society • July 28, 06:15 PM • 53731 views
Amid EU criticism: Poland offers Orban an alliance with Putin

Poland's deputy foreign minister suggested that Hungary should withdraw from the EU and NATO and form an alliance with Putin because of its constant criticism of these organizations. He also recalled Hungary's blocking of EU funds for Poland.

News of the World • July 28, 04:58 PM • 26573 views
Mobilization in Ukraine: TCC reminds who can be drafted even under 25

General mobilization is underway in Ukraine, which may also apply to men under 25 under certain conditions. The CCC explains the legislation and refutes myths about the illegality of such a draft.

Society • July 28, 01:27 PM • 34105 views
South Korea, Japan and the United States sign a memorandum of cooperation in the security sphere

South Korea, Japan, and the United States signed a document on security cooperation against DPRK threats. The memorandum provides for political consultations, information exchange, and joint exercises.

News of the World • July 28, 07:47 AM • 27761 views
Russians strike at an educational institution in Kherson region: there are significant damages

Over the past day, the occupiers attacked 15 settlements in Kherson region, including an educational institution. The shelling killed 4 people and wounded 4 others. Residential buildings and infrastructure were damaged.

Society • July 28, 06:47 AM • 34238 views
Occupants strike 386 times in 10 settlements of Zaporizhzhia region

Hostile forces attacked 10 localities in Zaporizhzhia region 386 times over the last day. The attacks included air, drone, artillery, and MLRS attacks, damaging infrastructure but causing no civilian casualties.

Society • July 28, 04:31 AM • 76164 views
Ukrainian rower Liudmyla Babak becomes European champion for the tenth time

Liudmyla Babak, 27, from Enerhodar, won gold at the European Rowing Marathon Championships in Poznan. She won in the single sculls at a distance of 15.4 km, showing a time of 01:25:30.58.

Sports • July 27, 10:07 PM • 21582 views
Ukrposhta denies issuing official stamp with Iryna Farion

Ukrposhta did not issue an official stamp dedicated to Iryna Farion. The stamps with her image were produced as part of the commercial project “Own Mark” at the request of private individuals who had the appropriate permits.

Society • July 27, 08:50 PM • 22941 views
Occupants shelled a high-rise building in Kherson: a 64-year-old woman was killed

The enemy army shelled the Korabelny district of Kherson. A shell hit a multi-storey building, killing a 64-year-old woman, said the head of the Kherson RMA.

Society • July 27, 07:52 PM • 74241 views
Poland allows security forces to use weapons at the border with “impunity”

The Polish parliament passed a law allowing security forces to use lethal weapons with “impunity” in response to threats. This raised concerns among human rights activists about possible human rights violations.

News of the World • July 27, 11:01 AM • 28956 views
Ukrainian judoka Khalmatov eliminated from the 2024 Olympics in the 1/8 finals

Dilshot Khalmatov lost to Kazakhstan's Yeldos Smetov in the 1/8 finals of the 2024 Olympics with a score of 0:1. It was the Ukrainian judoka's debut at the Olympic Games.

Sports • July 27, 09:37 AM • 23976 views
Russian Federation attacks power transmission system facilities in two regions, shells a mine in Donetsk Oblast - Energy Ministry

The enemy attacked energy facilities in Chernihiv and Dnipropetrovs'k regions. A mine in Donetsk Oblast was shelled, trapping 86 miners underground. The blackout schedules will be in effect from 17:00 to 23:00.

Society • July 27, 08:07 AM • 55276 views
Andriushchenko: Occupants continue to bring new units to Zaporizhzhia region

Russians are bringing new units to Zaporizhzhia region, but the pace has slowed. Andriushchenko reports a reduction in training time for the military and a possible lack of resources for defense by the occupiers.

War in Ukraine • July 27, 07:41 AM • 30722 views
The Russian army dropped 24 CABs in Kharkiv region in a day

Russian troops attacked the Kharkiv region with 24 CABs, 4 drones and an X-38 missile. Damage to houses, cars, and outbuildings, as well as grass fires in various districts were reported.

War in Ukraine • July 27, 07:17 AM • 30116 views
Russian attacks on Zaporizhzhia: three wounded, 408 attacks on 10 settlements

Two women and one man were wounded as a result of Russian attacks in Zaporizhzhia district. Over the past day, the occupants conducted 408 attacks on 10 localities in the region, including air strikes, UAV attacks and artillery shelling.

Society • July 27, 05:07 AM • 28048 views
Dam break in Chelyabinsk region: five villages flooded

In the Chelyabinsk region, a dam at the Kialym reservoir burst due to heavy rains. Five villages were flooded, residents were evacuated, and a state of emergency was declared.

Society • July 27, 02:57 AM • 23290 views
Ukraine's General Staff: 107 combat engagements took place in the frontline over the last day

There were 107 combat engagements in the frontline. The most intense enemy attacks in the Pokrovsk sector are 30 attacks, half of which are taking place near Novooleksandrivka, Vozdvyzhenka, Novoselivka Persha and Yasnobrodivka.

War in Ukraine • July 26, 08:30 PM • 35692 views
Next week, Kolomoisky will try again to regain PrivatBank

On July 29, the court will consider Kolomoisky's appeal against the decision to close the case on the return of PrivatBank shares. The bank hopes for a fair decision, as by law the shares cannot be returned to their former owners.

Economy • July 26, 05:30 PM • 43743 views