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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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Air Force warns of UAVs flying towards Kryvyi Rih and Mykolaiv

Enemy UAVs were spotted by the Air Force in the direction of Kryvyi Rih and Mykolaiv.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 05:51 AM • 22833 views
Oil rises in price amid expectations of US fuel demand ahead of OPEC+ meeting

Oil prices rose in Asian trading on Tuesday, supported by expectations of strong demand for fuel in the US during the summer car season and ahead of the OPEC+ meeting on June 2, which is expected to extend production cuts.

Economy • May 28, 05:45 AM • 19022 views
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NABU is doing the wrong thing - MP on land deals in the country

The attempt to seize land plots that ATO participants received on the basis of free privatization raises questions, at least from a moral point of view.

Politics • May 28, 05:42 AM • 96440 views
Biden calls on Israel to protect civilians after Rafah strike

An Israeli airstrike killed 45 Palestinians in a tent city in Rafah, Gaza, sparking an international outcry and calls from the Biden administration for Israel to protect civilians while pursuing Hamas militants.

News of the World • May 28, 05:42 AM • 18245 views
Bild: Iran supplies Russia with newest bombs for the first time

For the first time, Iran has supplied Russia with modern Qaem-5 guided bombs, which were probably on board the Iranian Mohajer-6 drone that crashed in the Kursk region of Russia while trying to attack the Sumy region of Ukraine, indicating a new level of military cooperation between Tehran and Moscow.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 05:15 AM • 24109 views
Air defense system shoots down a shakedown over Dnipro region at night

At night, a unit of the East Air Defense Company shot down an enemy drone over Dnipro.

Society • May 28, 05:08 AM • 19441 views
Enemy launches missile attack in Mykolaiv region, three people killed

Three people were killed and six injured, including three minors, as a result of Russian rocket fire on civilian targets in Snihurivka, Mykolaiv region.

Society • May 28, 04:54 AM • 35090 views
Latvia supports Ukraine's strikes with Western weapons against targets in Russia

Latvia supports Ukraine's strikes with Western weapons against legitimate military targets in Russia and calls on NATO allies to lift restrictions on Ukraine's use of Western weapons for such strikes.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 04:39 AM • 35085 views
Iran increases its uranium reserves - IAEA

Iran has further increased its stockpile of enriched uranium to a level close to weapons-grade, putting pressure on the international community to lift economic sanctions.

Economy • May 28, 02:55 AM • 114765 views
Crimean journalist and photographer Andriy Kanishchev dies in the United States

Crimean journalist and photographer Andriy Kanishchev, who wrote for Krym. Realities and hosted the radio program "Delicious with Andriy Kanishchev", died of a serious illness on May 25, 2024 in San Jose, California.

Society • May 28, 02:19 AM • 25552 views
China prepares armada of ferries to invade Taiwan - The Telegraph

China is preparing civilian ferries and ships for a possible invasion of Taiwan amid mounting pressure on the island nation over a shortage of military landing craft.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 01:55 AM • 27623 views
Landslide in Papua New Guinea buries over 2000 people - government

A massive landslide in Papua New Guinea has buried more than 2,000 people in remote mountain villages, complicating rescue efforts: only 5 bodies have been found so far.

Society • May 28, 12:17 AM • 26693 views
Poland announces the purchase of long-range missiles for F-16 from the United States

Poland will purchase JASSM-ER long-range cruise missiles with a range of 1,000 km for $735 million for its F-16 fighter jets with deliveries in 2026-2030.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 11:26 PM • 27039 views
DPRK announces a failed attempt to launch a reconnaissance satellite

North Korea's attempt to launch a new military reconnaissance satellite on May 27 failed as the device exploded shortly after launch.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 10:45 PM • 23024 views
French Defense Ministry does not confirm sending its instructors to Ukraine

The French Ministry of Defense did not confirm the sending of its military instructors to Ukraine, saying that this is one of the projects being discussed after the conference in support of Ukraine convened by President Macron.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 07:34 PM • 53980 views
Up to seven thousand per month: Tula Weapons Plant starts producing artillery ammunition

According to the ATES guerrilla movement, the occupiers produce up to 7,000 low-quality artillery rounds per month at the Tula arms factory, working around the clock in three shifts, 24/7.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 07:03 PM • 36135 views
Zelenskyy meets with heads of chambers and factions of the Spanish parliament in Madrid

During his visit to Spain, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with the leaders of the Spanish Congress of Deputies and Senate, who expressed support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and discussed cooperation between parliaments and preparations for the Global Peace Summit.

Politics • May 27, 06:20 PM • 55432 views
Russia ships stolen Ukrainian grain from occupied Sevastopol for sale to Venezuela for the first time - media

Russia has used the occupied port of Sevastopol to load and export 27,000 tons of stolen Ukrainian grain to Venezuela, indicating its attempt to legalize trade with the occupied territories.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 06:00 PM • 38726 views
Denmark discusses restricting access to social networks for children under 15

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has proposed that the EU set an age limit for social media use to protect young users from harmful content and screen addiction.

News of the World • May 27, 05:37 PM • 23993 views
Wedding ritual and culture of cheese plastics: The Ministry of Culture has updated the list of elements of intangible cultural heritage

The Ministry of Culture and Information Policy of Ukraine has added several elements to the National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage Elements, including traditional folk games, ceremonial dances, traditional cheese-making practices, and wedding rites from different regions of Ukraine.

Culture • May 27, 05:35 PM • 23413 views
Monument to militant poured with red paint in occupied Makiivka

The recently unveiled monument to the militant in occupied Makiivka was doused with red paint, but it is unlikely to find the "vandals" due to the lack of surveillance cameras in the area.

Society • May 27, 05:06 PM • 36091 views
EU introduces new sanctions regime for human rights violations in russia

The European Union has introduced new rules for imposing sanctions on those involved in human rights violations in Russia, including restrictions on the export of equipment used for repression and monitoring, and added 19 people to the sanctions list in connection with the death of Alexei Navalny in a Russian prison.

News of the World • May 27, 04:59 PM • 23223 views
Hungary's blocking of EU decisions on Ukraine is annoying - Polish Foreign Minister

Poland criticizes Hungary primarily for not agreeing to increase the European Peace Fund, from which EU countries receive reimbursement for the cost of arming Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 04:54 PM • 65045 views
Mind Invest Summit: Entry point to Ukraine. How to invest in Ukraine correctly

The leading business publication Mind organizes the Mind Invest Summit, a major gathering of investors who are already investing or planning to invest in Ukraine.

Business News • May 27, 04:40 PM • 55344 views
Bulgaria is not considering sending its military to Ukraine

Bulgaria has no plans to send troops to Ukraine, as confirmed by acting Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev after a meeting with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg.

Politics • May 27, 04:29 PM • 23075 views
Fire breaks out in Russian port: grain terminal burns

A fire broke out at a grain terminal in a port in the Rostov region of Russia, where a transportation belt caught fire.

News of the World • May 27, 04:07 PM • 26874 views
Zelensky had an audience with King Felipe VI of Spain

During his visit to Spain, President Zelenskyy met with King Felipe VI, thanking him for Spain's humanitarian aid to Ukraine and support for Ukrainian refugees, and discussed potential cooperation with the Cervantes Institute and signed a bilateral security agreement with Prime Minister Sanchez.

Politics • May 27, 04:05 PM • 28368 views
Detonation of Russian shells near Balakliya: a large-scale forest fire broke out in Kharkiv region

A large-scale fire broke out in the Kharkiv region due to the detonation of abandoned Russian ammunition, burning at least 7 hectares of coniferous litter.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 03:50 PM • 29942 views
Girona and Ukraine's national team striker Artem Dovbyk became the best scorer of the season in the Spanish La Liga

Artem Dovbyk, a striker for Girona and the Ukrainian national team, became the top scorer of the Spanish La Liga season with 24 goals in 36 matches, matching Andriy Shevchenko's achievement for Ukrainians in the top 5 European leagues.

Sports • May 27, 03:49 PM • 23638 views
Internal Security Department of the National Police closes more than 20 driving schools due to corruption schemes

Over the past 4 months, the State Automobile Inspectorate has revoked the accreditation of more than 20 driving schools due to corruption schemes involving falsification of driving exams.

Crimes and emergencies • May 27, 03:43 PM • 22621 views