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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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In Kyiv, an accident with a truck disrupts traffic towards the Zhytomyrska metro station

A truck accident on Beresteysky Avenue in Kyiv caused traffic disruptions in the direction of Zhytomyrska metro station.

Kyiv • July 10, 09:54 AM • 18786 views
Woman who received a kidney transplant from a pig dies three months later - CBS News

A 54-year-old woman who received a genetically modified pig kidney transplant in a New York hospital on April 12 died three months after the organ was removed because it was obstructing blood flow.

News of the World • July 10, 08:41 AM • 15492 views
Ukraine detains a cargo ship on the Danube that had previously called at Sevastopol - media

Ukraine detained the Cameroon-flagged cargo ship Usko Mfu on the Danube River, accusing it of illegally crossing the Ukrainian border and transporting cargo to Russian-occupied Sevastopol.

Crimes and emergencies • July 10, 08:06 AM • 18109 views
Lysohor on the situation in Luhansk region: the enemy shells inhabited de-occupied settlements more than 100 times a day

Enemy shells hit the de-occupied areas of Luhansk region more than 100 times a day, with Makiivka, Stelmakhivka, Bilohorivka, Nevske and Kuzemivka under constant fire.

War in Ukraine • July 10, 07:47 AM • 20535 views
Heat wave will cause more outage schedules in the afternoon, Rivne region eliminates consequences of Russian attack on energy - Ukrenergo

Electricity consumption is increasing due to the heat, blackout schedules are being applied throughout the day, with more blackouts after 1 p. m., and imports and emergency assistance from neighboring countries are expected. After an energy infrastructure facility in the Rivne region came under enemy attack overnight, the response to the attack continues.

Society • July 10, 07:37 AM • 35126 views
The situation with water supply in the TOT of Luhansk region is critical

The situation with water supply in the occupied territories of Luhansk region remains critical, especially in Lysychansk, where the occupation authorities promise to restore three filtration stations and the water supply system, but in 5 months they have only dismantled the equipment, leaving areas such as Lutuhynskyi without water for more than a week.

Society • July 10, 07:32 AM • 17571 views
Outage schedule to remain unchanged despite Russia's night drone attack on power facilities in the west - Ukrenergo

Despite Russia's nighttime drone attack on power facilities in western Ukraine, the schedule of power outages should remain unchanged in most regions, according to the head of Ukrenergo.

Society • July 10, 05:44 AM • 26045 views
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With repair and on the lower floors. An expert tells us which apartments are in the greatest demand and where they are located

Ukrainians are more willing to buy one-bedroom renovated apartments on lower floors on the secondary housing market for around $60,000, as the number of transactions fell 30-50% from last summer due to fears of investing in new construction amid the ongoing war with russia.

Economy • July 10, 05:30 AM • 56425 views
russian citizen detained in Japan for illegal export of military goods to russia

A russian citizen was detained in Japan for illegally exporting to russia boats and other items intended for military use in violation of export and currency laws.

News of the World • July 10, 03:57 AM • 16285 views
Ukrainian judoka Khrystyna Homan wins Olympic ticket to the 2024 Games in Paris

Khrystyna Homan will represent Ukraine in the women's 78 kg weight category at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris after receiving a quota from the International Judo Federation.

Sports • July 10, 12:38 AM • 16747 views
We call on all Ukrainians in Europe to join the Ukrainian Legion - Umerov

Umerov called on all Ukrainians in Europe to join the Ukrainian Legion, as every step brings Ukraine closer to victory in the fight for freedom and independence.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 08:28 PM • 56111 views
Slovak PM Fico says he has returned to work after assassination attempt

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, who survived an assassination attempt in May, returned to work after recovering from his injuries.

News of the World • July 9, 06:55 PM • 21567 views
Japan hands over 2 more demining vehicles to Ukraine

Japan has handed over 2 Nikken mechanized demining vehicles to the State Emergency Service of Ukraine to help in the disposal of explosive ordnance, which will be sent to Zaporizhzhia and Donetsk regions.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 05:49 PM • 61932 views
Kuleba on Russia's massive missile strike: it is connected to the security agreement with Poland and the NATO summit

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said that Russia's missile attack on Ukraine was a response to the security agreement signed between Ukraine and Poland, as well as to the upcoming NATO summit aimed at strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 04:55 PM • 29888 views
Czech Foreign Minister summons Russian ambassador after attack on Okhmatdet: killers who attack children in hospitals are garbage of humanity

The Czech Foreign Minister summons the Russian ambassador after Russian shelling of the Okhmatdyt children's hospital in Kyiv killed 2 people and injured more than 50.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 04:30 PM • 38580 views
Russians strike at social infrastructure in Zaporizhzhia: a man is wounded

Russian shelling of the village of Bilenke in Zaporizhzhia region resulted in one person being injured, damaging residential and industrial buildings and infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 04:18 PM • 21660 views
Occupants shelled Nikopol district with artillery and drones: gas pipelines and power lines damaged

Russian artillery and unmanned aerial vehicles struck Nikopol district, damaging an agricultural enterprise, gas pipelines, a power line, 10 private houses and 3 outbuildings, with no casualties.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 03:40 PM • 21170 views
The United States handed over several Metal Shark speedboats to Ukrainian border guards

Ukraine has received several new high-speed and maneuverable Metal Shark boats from the United States, equipped with modern navigation and security systems, to strengthen its maritime border protection capabilities.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 03:19 PM • 21814 views
The Ministry of Defense is testing a new lightweight model of body armor

The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is testing a new lightweight model of body armor weighing 7. 5-12 kg for Ukrainian military, and the final stage of laboratory testing is underway.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 03:07 PM • 19395 views
Ukrainian banks' profits increased by 27% this year - Opendatabot

In the first five months of 2024, Ukrainian banks earned UAH 67. 97 billion in profit after tax, up 27% year-on-year.

Economy • July 9, 01:45 PM • 27022 views
This summer, 22 people drowned in Dnipropetrovs'k region: four of them children

Since the beginning of the summer, four children and 18 adults have drowned in the waters of Ukraine's Dnipro region.

Society • July 9, 01:00 PM • 17720 views
Next step on the way to EU membership: Ukraine and the European Commission start screening meetings

Ukraine and the European Commission have started bilateral meetings as part of the process of assessing the approximation of Ukrainian legislation to EU law, an important step on the road to EU membership.

Economy • July 9, 12:46 PM • 26086 views
The Cabinet of Ministers has made a number of personnel decisions: who has been promoted and who has lost his position

The Cabinet of Ministers dismissed Serhiy Orlov from the post of Deputy Minister of Justice and approved the appointment of Oksana Zashchevska as First Deputy Head and Vitaliy Vlasiuk as Deputy Head of the Khmelnytsky Regional State Administration.

Politics • July 9, 12:35 PM • 17665 views
Russian Federation strikes a residential building in the capital: another child may be under the rubble

A Russian strike on a residential building in Kyiv killed 4 children, another child may be under the rubble.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 12:08 PM • 29419 views
Invaders bring Russian guards to the occupied territories to fight "extremism" - The Resistance Center

The invaders are bringing Russian police officers to the TOT to fight the Ukrainian underground under the pretext of fighting "extremism," which in Russia means any dissent against the will of the Kremlin, including love for one's homeland.

Society • July 9, 11:59 AM • 26438 views
The US State Department comments on the idea discussed by Ukraine and Poland to shoot down Russian missiles

A State Department spokesman says that NATO members may put forward policy proposals at the upcoming summit, in response to the Polish prime minister's desire to shoot down Russian missiles over Ukraine with NATO's consent.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 11:39 AM • 50849 views
Designed for 250 people: a modern radiation shelter was opened in Brovary Lyceum No. 1

The anti-radiation shelter is designed for 250 people and is equipped with everything you need: a generator, sanitary facilities, a medical unit, a food storage room, water reserves, and a modern ventilation system. The facility is also adapted for use by people with disabilities.

Society • July 9, 11:04 AM • 18925 views
Russia has not informed about the official whereabouts of journalist Dmytro Khilyuk, but there is unofficial information - Lubinets

Ukrainian journalist Dmytro Khilyuk, abducted by Russia in 2022, is reportedly alive in Russian captivity but is being tortured.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 10:43 AM • 86003 views
The Ministry of Defense and the Land Forces start recruiting UAV operators in Lviv

The Ministry of Defense and the Land Forces are launching a joint project in Lviv to select unmanned aerial vehicle operators.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 10:04 AM • 26404 views
Norway to provide Ukraine with spare parts for Sea King helicopters

Norway will provide Ukraine with spare parts for Sea King helicopters to support the operation and maintenance of the helicopters donated by Germany.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 10:02 AM • 104919 views