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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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Ukrainian shooter Andriy Kobzaruk wins a bronze medal at the European Shooting Championships in Lonato, Italy.

Sports • May 25, 03:30 AM • 23685 views
Three Christian missionaries killed in gang attack in Haiti

Three Christian missionaries from a group based in Oklahoma were brutally murdered during a gang attack on their home in Haiti.

News of the World • May 25, 12:10 AM • 28983 views
Ukraine's women's wrestling team wins U23 European Championship

The Ukrainian women's freestyle wrestling team won the U23 European Championships in Baku, winning 4 gold, 2 silver and 1 bronze medals.

Sports • May 24, 10:55 PM • 25164 views
Sumy region: russian troops shell the border areas of the region, 204 explosions recorded

During the day, the occupiers fired 31 times at the border areas and settlements of Sumy region, resulting in 204 explosions in different localities.

Society • May 24, 08:46 PM • 22323 views
Zelenskyy discusses Ukrainian-Polish relations, air defense and peace summit with Polish Senate Marshal

President Zelenskyy met with the Marshal of the Polish Senate to discuss inter-parliamentary relations, the situation in Kharkiv, strengthening Ukraine's air defense, preparations for the Peace Summit, and Ukraine's negotiations with the EU.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 08:16 PM • 57255 views
Putin is afraid of the success of the Peace Summit: Kuleba on Russia's false signals of alleged readiness for a ceasefire

Russian dictator Putin is afraid of the success of the Global Peace Summit and is sending false signals about his alleged readiness to call a ceasefire, despite the continuation of brutal attacks on Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 07:02 PM • 71665 views
The US announces a new arms package for Ukraine worth $275 million

The United States announces a new $275 million arms package for Ukraine, including HIMARS missiles, artillery shells, anti-tank weapons, aviation munitions, small arms, ammunition, and mines.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 06:29 PM • 59625 views
Ukraine manages to rescue 10 more children from occupation

Another 10 Ukrainian children, including a 9-month-old baby, were rescued from the Russian occupation by the Save the Children Foundation, bringing the total number of returned children to 345.

Society • May 24, 06:20 PM • 34400 views
Russia “reinforces” Kerch bridge with barges and buoys - media

Russia had deployed barges along the Kerch Bridge to protect against drone attacks, but the booms were destroyed by the fall storms, and Russia is now installing new barriers using barges and crane vessels.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 06:14 PM • 22212 views
Artworks from the estate of ex-MP suspected of high treason transferred to museum collection

More than 100 works of art seized from the estate of a former MP suspected of treason have been recognised as cultural property. cultural value. The works will be included in the collection of the Museum Fund of Ukraine and will be distributed among museums.

Culture • May 24, 06:06 PM • 22992 views
Zelenskyy: Côte d'Ivoire will take part in the Peace Summit

President Zelenskyy discussed bilateral relations, international cooperation and Ukraine's need for a just peace with President Ouattara of Côte d'Ivoire, inviting him to the Peace Summit and congratulating him on the upcoming Africa Day.

Politics • May 24, 05:35 PM • 23862 views
Logistics operator signs contracts for UAH 130 million for women's summer military uniforms

The Ministry of Defense has signed contracts worth almost UAH 130 million for the purchase of women's summer field suits consisting of jackets, pants and armbands with national symbols, covering the need until the end of 2024, with more than 90% of the suits already delivered to various military units.

Society • May 24, 05:23 PM • 19180 views
Employees of law enforcement agencies must register for military service within a few months - General Staff

The new law on mobilization requires employees of the National Police, the State Bureau of Investigation, and other law enforcement agencies to register for military service within a few months.

Society • May 24, 04:41 PM • 19158 views
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An elderly woman who had been transported to the hospital for a long time on a road broken by agricultural companies died

An elderly woman died of a stroke in hospital due to ambulance delays caused by the poor condition of roads destroyed by two agricultural companies.

Society • May 24, 04:32 PM • 162370 views
Children's safety, restoration of energy infrastructure: Kiper shares details of meeting with UNICEF representatives

Oleh Kiper, Head of the Odesa Regional State Administration, discussed with Munir Mamedzadze, UNICEF Representative in Ukraine, the issues of child safety, restoration of energy infrastructure and drinking water supply in the south of Odesa region, and thanked UNICEF for its comprehensive support in the areas of education, healthcare and protection of children's rights.

Society • May 24, 04:24 PM • 22712 views
NABU and SAPO issue joint statement on case of alleged information leak

The National Anti-Corruption Bureau and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office have reached a common vision of an objective investigation into the alleged leakage of pre-trial investigation data, reaffirming their commitment to fighting high-level corruption.

Politics • May 24, 04:20 PM • 19881 views
Kuleba discussed the Peace Summit and the Crimean Platform with the Marshal of the Polish Senate

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba met in Kyiv with Polish Senate Marshal Malgorzata Kidawa-Bląska to discuss the upcoming Global Summit, the International Crimean Platform, and Ukraine's defense needs.

Politics • May 24, 04:05 PM • 70355 views
Putin issues a batch of cynical statements about “peace talks” with Ukraine and Zelensky's legitimacy

After his meeting with Belarusian dictator Alyaksandr Lukashenka, Putin made a number of statements to journalists. Some of them were devoted to "peace talks" with Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 03:54 PM • 60818 views
In Sumy region, military and police forcibly pulled a driver out of his car: TCC explains the actions of its employees

The Sumy Territorial Recruitment Center explained that the man whom the military and law enforcement officers pulled out of the car had not been served a summons and that he was drunk.

Society • May 24, 03:38 PM • 25905 views
PYSANKY.REBORN: New Easter egg based on paintings of the Refectory Church presented at the exhibition in the Kyiv Cave Monastery

As part of the PYSANKY. REBORN project, artist Olena Khomyakova created a unique Easter egg based on the paintings of the Refectory Church of the Kyiv Cave Monastery National Reserve.

Culture • May 24, 03:05 PM • 18912 views
Ex-head of the SFS Nasirov is released on bail of over UAH 55 million

Roman Nasirov, the former head of the State Fiscal Service of Ukraine, was released on bail of over UAH 55 million and required to wear an electronic bracelet.

Crimes and emergencies • May 24, 03:03 PM • 17558 views
As a result of a full-scale war, about 30% of the total potential of the agricultural sector was destroyed - Ministry of Agriculture

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War in Ukraine • May 24, 02:54 PM • 37282 views
The Army told what awaits convicts who decide to mobilize

The military service of convicts who exercise the right to sign a contract with the AFU will have virtually no peculiarities, except that they will serve in specialized units.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 02:39 PM • 16029 views
Romania expels russian diplomat for activities contrary to the Vienna Convention

Romania expelled a russian diplomat for activities contrary to the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, while russia promised to give an "adequate response".

News of the World • May 24, 02:23 PM • 19967 views
British intelligence: Russia may have used troops from the African Corps to attack Kharkiv region

Russia has deployed units from its "African Corps" to join regular Russian troops and mercenaries in an offensive against Vovchansk in the Kharkiv region of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 02:17 PM • 19452 views
During the reform of the General Staff, its staff is planned to be reduced by 60%

As part of the reform of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, its staff is to be reduced by 60%, and the dismissed personnel will be used to staff operational and tactical command and control bodies, as well as combat military units.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 02:11 PM • 19258 views
Ukraine counts on Poland's help in supplying power equipment - Shmyhal

Ukraine is seeking Poland's help in providing equipment such as generators, boilers, and turbines to strengthen its energy system against Russian attacks.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 02:07 PM • 20036 views
UN court orders Israel to halt its operation in Rafah

The UN's highest court has ordered Israel to immediately halt its military offensive in Rafah, Gaza, citing catastrophic humanitarian conditions and potential genocide against Palestinians.

News of the World • May 24, 01:59 PM • 16551 views
Next year's NATO Summit will be held in The Hague

In June 2025, the Hague will host the NATO Summit, which is expected to be attended by about 8,500 people, including heads of state, ministers, delegations and journalists.

News of the World • May 24, 01:55 PM • 15342 views
The level of profitability of ammunition producers will be up to 25% of their cost - the Cabinet of Ministers

The Cabinet of Ministers has adopted a resolution that sets a profit margin of up to 25% of the cost price for domestic ammunition producers, allowing them to expand and modernize their production lines.

Economy • May 24, 01:49 PM • 16109 views