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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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According to the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, in 2023, the number of civilian casualties in conflicts jumped by 72%, and the number of children killed tripled.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 02:21 PM • 28969 views
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Economy • June 18, 02:10 PM • 180936 views
China responds to Stoltenberg's statement on support for Putin's war in Ukraine

Beijing said that NATO should stop "attacking China" over Russia's war against Ukraine, noting that China is neither the creator nor a participant in the "Ukrainian crisis," as Beijing calls the war.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 02:09 PM • 37214 views
Denmark, Germany and Hungary to jointly purchase Skyranger air defense systems

Denmark, Germany, and Hungary have agreed to jointly purchase Skyranger tower air defense systems, a short-range mobile system capable of engaging aircraft, drones, and missiles.

News of the World • June 18, 01:59 PM • 16864 views
Ukraine expects €1.9 billion under the Ukraine Facility program this month - Shmyhal

This month, Ukraine expects to receive €1. 9 billion under the Extended Fund Facility program and $2.2 billion from the IMF.

Economy • June 18, 01:59 PM • 21576 views
Two Poles detained in Warsaw for attacking Ukrainians with a knife

Two Poles, aged 21 and 24, were arrested for 3 months after beating and stabbing two Ukrainian citizens in Warsaw, leaving one of the victims with life-threatening injuries.

Crimes and emergencies • June 18, 01:43 PM • 29826 views
In the US, an unknown person robbed a Secret Service agent during Biden's visit to Los Angeles

During President Joe Biden's visit to California, a Secret Service agent was robbed at gunpoint in Tustin, California. The attacker managed to escape.

News of the World • June 18, 01:32 PM • 17651 views
We have to get used to it, because they will be with us for a year: YASNO CEO on outage schedules

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Society • June 18, 01:29 PM • 16317 views
Record graduation: 101 officers graduated from the National Defense University this year

This year, the number of graduates of the National Defense University of Ukraine is a record - 101 officers, who were congratulated on their successful graduation by President Zelensky, Defense Minister Umerov and Commander-in-Chief Syrsky.

Society • June 18, 01:19 PM • 14476 views
Russians intensify attacks trying to reach administrative borders of Luhansk region - statement of the 3rd Brigade

go Russian occupation forces are intensifying their attacks in eastern Ukraine, trying to reach the administrative borders of Luhansk region, aiming to capture the settlements of Chernechyna - Pershotravneve and Borova, despite heavy losses and resistance from Ukrainian forces.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 01:08 PM • 22786 views
Rada adopts law on creation of "white business club"

The Verkhovna Rada passed a law establishing a "white business club" to simplify relations with tax authorities for taxpayers with a high level of voluntary tax payment during martial law.

Economy • June 18, 12:54 PM • 31097 views
Attempted murder of Kazakh oppositionist in Kyiv: man in serious condition, attacker still being searched

In Kyiv, an unknown person with a gun ran up to a car carrying a Kazakh citizen and his wife, shot the man, and then fled. The man is currently in hospital in serious condition. Law enforcement officers are taking measures to identify the attacker.

Kyiv • June 18, 12:42 PM • 38411 views
"Leak" of information from NABU: the Anti-Corruption Committee is going to hear the Bureau's director on Thursday

The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) has faced accusations of leaking information from pre-trial investigations, prompting the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Anti-Corruption Policy to hold an open meeting to analyze the facts and hear from NABU Director Semen Kryvonos.

Politics • June 18, 12:41 PM • 34318 views
Hungary and Slovakia will not oppose Rutte's candidacy for NATO Secretary General

Hungary and Slovakia have announced their potential support for Mark Rutte as the next NATO Secretary General.

Politics • June 18, 12:19 PM • 28965 views
Involved soldiers in the construction of a mansion: court sets UAH 2 million bail for the commander of the territorial defense force "South"

The commander of the territorial defense troops "South" received UAH 2 million bail for abuse of office and involvement of soldiers in the construction of his estate while receiving combat payments.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 12:19 PM • 32317 views
Taiwan keeps track of Chinese nuclear submarine that surfaced near Taiwanese fishermen

Taiwan is keeping an eye on a Chinese nuclear submarine that appeared in the Taiwan Strait near Taiwanese fishermen, probably returning from the South China Sea to its port in Qingdao.

News of the World • June 18, 12:18 PM • 15845 views
Germany creates unit to counter alleged Russian disinformation

Germany has created a working group to counter disinformation campaigns, especially those sponsored by Russia, aimed at undermining democracy and sowing discord, with a focus on monitoring and exposing fake accounts and operations on social media.

News of the World • June 18, 12:08 PM • 17495 views
A new service has been created in Ukraine: an e-card of services for war veterans

An electronic map of services for war veterans and their families has been launched in Ukraine to help them find services offered by the state and various organizations across the country.

Society • June 18, 11:55 AM • 39051 views
The Verkhovna Rada has expanded the powers of local councils to finance the Defense Forces

Parliament passes a bill that allows local councils to finance units of the Defense Forces and regulate remote meetings and personnel issues during martial law.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 11:47 AM • 64807 views
Attacked and threatened with a grenade: in occupied Berdiansk, Russians took 50 thousand rubles from a man

In occupied Berdiansk, two Russians broke into a local resident's apartment, threatened him with a dummy grenade, and took 50,000 rubles, claiming it was a debt repayment.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 11:38 AM • 36398 views
It is planned to exempt from VAT and customs duties the import of components for the production of demining machines: The Rada has taken the first step

The Verkhovna Rada passed in the first reading a draft law on exemption from VAT and customs duties on imports of components for the production and repair of mechanized demining machines, which aims to address the problem of significant mine contamination of Ukraine's territory during the war.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 11:35 AM • 33308 views
French actress Anouk Aimée, the heroine of the movie "A Man and a Woman," dies

Anouk Aimée, the iconic French actress who gained worldwide fame for her role in the 1966 film Man and Woman and had a prolific career spanning more than 70 films, has died at the age of 92.

Culture • June 18, 11:33 AM • 18573 views
Ukrainians buy most used cars in the US: which models are the most popular

In May, every fifth used car registered with Ukrainian license plates was imported from the United States.

Society • June 18, 11:26 AM • 21795 views
The Verkhovna Rada adopted the draft law on "smart grids" as a basis: what is known

The Verkhovna Rada adopted a draft law that introduces a regulatory framework for the development of smart grid technologies, including microgrids and demand side management, in Ukraine by 2035.

Politics • June 18, 11:15 AM • 21228 views
Fourth Summit of First Ladies and Gentlemen to discuss child safety: date set

The Fourth First Ladies and Gentlemen Summit in Kyiv on September 12 will focus on child safety in times of war, discussing the threats and challenges faced by children at home, in educational institutions and on the Internet, and presenting social research on key threats to children.

Society • June 18, 11:05 AM • 19735 views
Pletenchuk on the Possibility of a Marine Landing in the South: Approaching our coast is a deadly number

The Russian navy cannot come closer than 100 nautical miles to the Ukrainian coast, and conducting amphibious operations is extremely difficult for it.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 11:01 AM • 18729 views
The eTobacco portal will be launched in Ukraine: what it will be used for

The portal will ensure transparency in the circulation of tobacco products, allow the state to control their quality, have a clear list of manufacturers and importers of tobacco products in Ukraine, and fight the black market.

Society • June 18, 10:47 AM • 19347 views
French right removes section on deepening relations with Russia from its website - Politico

France's far-right National Rally party has quietly removed from its website some of its controversial defense policy proposals, including those advocating deepening diplomatic relations with Russia, withdrawal from NATO's Joint Military Command and termination of cooperation projects with Germany, in a bid to bolster its credibility ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections, media reports say.

News of the World • June 18, 10:44 AM • 16918 views
Ukraine and Poland are working on an agreement on education of Ukrainian children in Polish schools

Ukraine plans to sign an intergovernmental agreement with Poland to address issues related to the education of Ukrainian children in Polish schools, including the recognition of Ukrainian educational centers, teaching Ukrainian as a second foreign language, and the introduction of Ukrainian studies.

Society • June 18, 10:22 AM • 24256 views
In Dnipro, four people were preparing a series of arson attacks on TCC vehicles: they worked for Russian special services

Four local residents were detained in Dnipro, including two 17-year-olds who were preparing arson attacks on TCC military equipment on the orders of Russian special services.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 10:18 AM • 22514 views