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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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Yermak: Ukraine is open to dialogue with China

Ukraine is open to dialogue with China on achieving a just peace while preserving its territorial integrity and sovereignty, although China is not present at the Summit in Switzerland.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 01:14 PM • 22218 views
Lubinets on the abduction of children from the occupied territories: Russia treats international law like toilet paper

According to the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights, Russia has forcibly abducted more than 20,000 children from the occupied territories, while Moscow claims to have "rescued" more than 744,000 underage Ukrainians, demonstrating its disregard for international law.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 01:01 PM • 22208 views
A large-scale fire broke out on a gas pipeline in Russia: the fire is moving towards a residential area

A large fire broke out after an explosion at a gas pipeline in the Saratov region, Russia. The flames are moving toward a residential area, and firefighters are working at the scene.

News of the World • June 15, 12:55 PM • 17298 views
Duda on Putin's "peace" plan: the quintessence of Russian brutal imperialism

Polish President Andrzej Duda has criticized Vladimir Putin's "peace offer" to Ukraine as "crushing demands" and "exorbitant territorial claims," stressing the need to repel Russian imperialism and support Ukraine for the sake of global security.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 12:49 PM • 25349 views
Zelenskyy: 101 countries and international organizations have registered for the Peace Summit

As of today, 101 countries and international organizations have registered to participate in the first Inaugural Peace Summit in Switzerland, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 12:38 PM • 23053 views
"Germany is not blocking progress": Scholz explains the delay in new sanctions against Russia

Germany is not blocking the new sanctions against Russia, but is working to make them as effective and rational as possible, allowing its export-oriented economy to continue exporting goods to countries other than Russia.

News of the World • June 15, 12:34 PM • 18240 views
Princess Kate makes her first public appearance since starting cancer treatment - attends King Charles' birthday parade

Princess Kate of Wales, who is undergoing chemotherapy for cancer, made her first public appearance since her diagnosis at the King's birthday parade. Kensington Palace, the official residence of the Prince and Princess of Wales, emphasized that the Duchess of Cambridge's full return to ceremonial duties is not yet in question.

News of the World • June 15, 12:31 PM • 16793 views
EU agrees to Hungary's conditions for Ukraine's accession - Szijjarto

After "fierce discussions," Budapest managed to get its demands for the rights of national minorities, including the use of their mother tongue and education in their mother tongue, included in the framework document governing Ukraine's membership negotiations with the European Union.

Politics • June 15, 12:15 PM • 18460 views
Ship sinks in Congo with 271 passengers on board

A ship carrying 271 passengers sank in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The fate of the passengers remains unknown.

News of the World • June 15, 11:32 AM • 16765 views
Scholz said Putin's proposal would play no role at the Peace Summit

Scholz accused Putin of trying to undermine support for Ukraine among European countries by pretending to be open to peace talks.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 11:19 AM • 35582 views
Peace Summit: Zelensky met with the President of Switzerland

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, having arrived at the Peace Summit, met with Swiss President Viola Amherd and expressed his belief that everything agreed upon at the Summit, where all parts of the world, all continents, and different nations are represented, today will become part of the peacekeeping process.

Politics • June 15, 11:12 AM • 26493 views
Car of the Chief of Staff of a military unit explodes in russia

In the rostov region, a car belonging to the chief of staff of a russian military unit exploded, allegedly due to an improvised explosive device planted in the vehicle.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 10:47 AM • 27718 views
Zelensky arrives at the Peace Summit

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrives at the Peace Summit in Burgenstock, Switzerland, where he will officially open the summit with Swiss President Viola Amherd.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 10:36 AM • 27578 views
US announces over $1.5 billion in aid to Ukraine

U. S. Vice President Kamala Harris announces more than $1.5 billion in aid to Ukraine to support the energy sector, humanitarian needs, and civilian security.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 10:28 AM • 30336 views
Occupants hit a village in Donetsk region with cluster munitions: three people were killed and five others wounded

Three people were killed and five injured as a result of Russian troops shelling a village in Donetsk region with cluster munitions.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 10:27 AM • 21871 views
Russian airplane "lost" in Swedish airspace for the first time since the country joined NATO

A Russian Su-24 fighter jet violated Swedish airspace over the island of Gotland, causing Sweden to take a JAS-39 Gripen fighter jet into the air to expel it, the first such incident since Sweden joined NATO.

News of the World • June 15, 10:15 AM • 16012 views
Peace Summit in Switzerland: Reuters reports on the mood of European officials about its impact

World leaders are gathering in Switzerland for the Peace Summit, and European officials have spoken out about the impact of the event.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 09:49 AM • 84119 views
Putin must be put in his place by all possible means - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy said that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin must be put in his place by all possible means: strengthening Ukraine, imposing powerful sanctions, and politically isolating him and his society.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 09:40 AM • 93932 views
Budanov confirms drone attack on Morozovsk airfield in rf - The War Zone

According to the head of Ukrainian intelligence, Kirill Budanov, Ukraine used at least 70 drones to strike the Russian airfield in Morozovsk.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 09:30 AM • 102270 views
Georgian President Goes to Switzerland for Peace Summit: It is not known whether the pro-Russian government approved her visit

Georgian President Salome Zurabishvili will attend the Peace Summit in Burgenstock, despite tensions with the Georgian government over her foreign visits.

Politics • June 15, 09:07 AM • 73114 views
Tense situation remains in the Pokrovsk sector due to enemy pressure, combat engagements continue - General Staff

On the 843rd day of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, 112 combat engagements were recorded, during which the enemy launched 6 missile strikes, 33 air strikes and over 3,000 artillery shellings.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 08:51 AM • 25123 views
Scholz on Putin's "peaceful" plan: "frivolous" proposals

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz dismissed Putin's proposals for peace talks as "frivolous" and accused him of seeking "classic imperialist land conquest.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 08:47 AM • 32025 views
This is an ultimatum not only to Ukraine, but to the whole world: Zelensky on Putin's demand to lift sanctions against Russia

President Zelenskyy criticized Putin's call to lift sanctions against Russia as demonstrating his inadequacy, saying that the world imposed sanctions because of Russia's occupation of Ukrainian territories and killing of people, and that sanctions can only be lifted when Russia withdraws from the occupied territories.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 08:36 AM • 30707 views
Russia failed to disrupt the Peace Summit - OP

The Russian Federation failed to disrupt the Peace Summit in Switzerland aimed at developing a path to a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 08:25 AM • 24141 views
In 9 years, the number of participants in the contest "Time to Act, Ukraine!" has increased 20 times: how the contest was scaled up

Over the past 9 years, the number of applications for the Time to Act, Ukraine social initiative competition has increased 20-fold, from 47 in 2016 to a record 912 this year, which demonstrates the growing public interest in addressing social, economic and environmental issues.

Society • June 15, 07:35 AM • 17651 views
Filashkin: russians wounded six residents of Donetsk region overnight

Six residents of Donetsk region were wounded by russian troops on June 14.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 06:46 AM • 68562 views
russians shelled 6 communities in Sumy region overnight, 26 explosions recorded

Over the past day, russians shelled 6 border settlements in Sumy region, 26 explosions from mortars, artillery and drone strikes were recorded.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 06:13 AM • 65848 views
Security situation in the Black Sea: International Black Sea Security Forum was held in Odesa region

The International Forum on Black Sea Security was held in Odesa to discuss the security situation in the Black Sea and ways to address pressing issues such as mine clearance, free navigation, and additional air defense systems for important grain hubs.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 06:00 AM • 40662 views
Britain is not considering sending troops to Ukraine - Rishi Sunak

According to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, the UK is not currently considering sending its military or NATO troops to Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 05:45 AM • 98402 views
Canadian ship arrives in Cuba to pick up Russian Navy ships and a US submarine

A Canadian Navy patrol vessel arrived in Havana, Cuba, shortly after the United States announced the arrival of a submarine at its naval base in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, both visits being described as routine port activities unrelated to the presence of Russian ships.

Politics • June 15, 03:18 AM • 50071 views