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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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NBU presents commemorative coin dedicated to Crimean Tatar ornament

The National Bank of Ukraine presented commemorative coins "Ornek. Crimean Tatar Ornament" dedicated to the traditional ornament of the Crimean Tatars, one of the indigenous peoples of Ukraine, which in 2021 was included in the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Society • May 24, 09:47 AM • 17593 views
Hungary is working to "redefine" NATO membership - Orban

Hungary is working to “redefine” NATO membership, Orban said.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 09:22 AM • 22894 views
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MP: The conflict over the Olympex grain terminal may increase the risk of Ukraine for foreign investors

The conflict over the Olimpex grain terminal in Odesa may negatively affect Ukraine's investment attractiveness, said Bohdan Kitsak, a member of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Economic Development.

Economy • May 24, 09:00 AM • 117145 views
Borrell: Recognizing a Palestinian state is not a gift for Hamas

The head of the European Union's diplomacy, Josep Borrell, said that the recognition of a Palestinian state is not a gift to Hamas, but rather the opposite.

News of the World • May 24, 08:47 AM • 16586 views
Invaders evacuate military from Dzhanka and actively restore airfields in the depths of occupied Crimea - "ATESH"

Ukrainian guerrillas report that Russians are evacuating military personnel from Dzhankoy and are actively rebuilding airfields deep in occupied Crimea, probably in anticipation of successful attacks by Ukrainian forces.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 08:29 AM • 17659 views
In Vinnytsia region, the daughter of a fallen defender founded a sports club in memory of her father

The daughter of a fallen Ukrainian soldier founded the Olimp sports club in Mohyliv-Podilskyi, Vinnytsia Oblast, to honor her father's memory and provide children with a place to recover physically and psychologically during the war.

Society • May 24, 08:00 AM • 20884 views
Makiivka, Luhansk region, is under constant Russian fire, people are offered to evacuate - RMA

Makiivka, Luhansk region, was hit by unguided missiles, and people are being asked to leave.

Society • May 24, 07:53 AM • 18099 views
Electricity shortages persist, blackout schedules are in effect around the clock - Ukrenergo

Ukraine is facing constant electricity shortages due to extensive damage to its energy infrastructure as a result of Russian attacks, necessitating hourly blackout schedules across the country from 00:00 to 24:00 and emergency electricity imports from neighboring countries.

Society • May 24, 07:39 AM • 112813 views
Kyiv ring train changes its schedule: details

The schedule of the Kyiv Ring Railway will be changed from May 24 to August 12 due to the construction of a tunnel for the new Podilsko-Voskresenskyi bridge crossing.

Society • May 24, 07:26 AM • 30432 views
Marshal of the Polish Senate arrives in Kyiv

Polish Senate Marshal Malgorzata Kidawa-Bląska arrived in Kyiv on an official visit on May 24 to strengthen Ukrainian-Polish relations.

Politics • May 24, 07:16 AM • 24337 views
China conducts simulated missile strikes and sends bombers during exercises near Taiwan

China has conducted simulated missile strikes and sent bombers carrying combat missiles near Taiwan, testing its ability to seize control of key areas as part of a two-day military exercise around the island.

News of the World • May 24, 07:00 AM • 17117 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces record 113 combat engagements in the frontline over the last day

Over the past day, 113 combat engagements took place between the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the Russian occupiers in various parts of the frontline, during which Ukrainian troops successfully repelled numerous Russian attacks and inflicted significant losses on the enemy.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 06:56 AM • 17587 views
Greece is studying Ukraine's new and old requests for military assistance - media

Greece is examining Ukraine's old and new requests for military assistance, including missiles, anti-aircraft systems, fighter jets, and ammunition, while ensuring that this does not negatively impact the capabilities of its own armed forces.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 06:56 AM • 22954 views
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"Solsky's case: StateGeoCadastre comments on land allocation to ATO soldiers

The NABU suspects former Minister Mykola Solsky of illegally helping ATO fighters privatize land that allegedly belonged to the National Agrarian Academy of Sciences, despite the Supreme Court's decision that the land was not related to the NAAS.

Politics • May 24, 06:48 AM • 108519 views
Biden likely to skip World Summit to raise campaign funds - Bloomberg

Biden is likely to skip the Peace Summit in Switzerland to attend a fundraiser for his campaign in California with celebrities such as George Clooney and Julia Roberts.

Politics • May 24, 06:37 AM • 102752 views
Woman injured in evening shelling of Kharkiv, 9 dead in region over 24 hours - RMA

A woman was wounded in an evening attack on Kharkiv, and damage to buildings and infrastructure was reported throughout the region.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 06:34 AM • 16960 views
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We are open to cooperation, but our opponents are disrupting the work of the grain corridor and jeopardizing the country's defense capability - Odesa Port Plant

Illegal shipment of vegetable oil at berth No. 1 of the Pivdennyi port in Odesa, and the completely destroyed road of the strategic enterprise Odesa Port Plant are the consequences of the “violent” activities of the little-known scandalous commercial structure Alcides Black Sea.

Economy • May 24, 06:14 AM • 267821 views
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russia is trying to block the grain corridor through sanctioned Alperin and his friends

The resumption of the grain corridor actually saved the Ukrainian economy, allowing it to preserve the potential of the agricultural sector, jobs and foreign currency earnings. This was done thanks to the Ukrainian Defense Forces, which established control over the waters of the Black Sea. Therefore, the enemy began to act through interested parties.

Economy • May 24, 06:00 AM • 242931 views
Zelensky enacts NSDC sanctions against 70 people

President Zelenskyy imposes 10-year sanctions on 70 people, including Russian media and companies operating in Crimea.

Economy • May 24, 05:58 AM • 22038 views
Ukrainian dies after falling from a 4th floor window in Poland

A 41-year-old Ukrainian citizen died after falling out of a fourth-floor apartment window in Kalisz (Poland), and two men aged 37 and 45 were detained in connection with the case.

Crimes and emergencies • May 24, 05:47 AM • 22924 views
Enemy shells Dnipropetrovs'k region again: 2 wounded and destruction

russia attacked Dnipropetrovs'k region using kamikaze drones and artillery. unfortunately, two people were wounded and buildings, vehicles and a store were damaged.

Society • May 24, 04:58 AM • 23108 views
An important russian communication hub was blown up in the temporarily occupied Alushta

In the city of Alushta, an important communication hub of the russian occupiers was hit, which served as a control point for military operations in the temporarily occupied Crimea.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 04:24 AM • 115076 views
Japan imposes sanctions on 9 russian entities for supplying weapons from North Korea

Japan has imposed sanctions on nine russian entities for supplying arms from North Korea, condemning russia's arms purchases from North Korea as a violation of UN Security Council resolutions and a move that could worsen the situation in Ukraine.

News of the World • May 24, 04:14 AM • 14892 views
Ukrainian pilots complete F-16 training in the United States

The first group of Ukrainian pilots completed training on F-16s at a U. S. military base in Arizona, a crucial step toward the deployment of modern American-made fighters in Ukrainian skies.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 02:46 AM • 113434 views
South Korea imposes sanctions on 7 North Korean and 2 russian vessels for illegal trade in arms and fuel with russia

South Korea imposed independent sanctions against 7 North Korean and 2 russian vessels for engaging in illegal arms and fuel trade with russia in violation of international sanctions.

News of the World • May 24, 02:26 AM • 23984 views
Biden intends to make Kenya a major non-NATO ally

Biden informed Congress of his intention to grant Kenya the status of a major non-NATO ally, recognizing its contribution to global security and stability.

News of the World • May 24, 01:56 AM • 24019 views
Vinnytsia region: stepfather sentenced to 12 years for rape of stepdaughter

A 39-year-old man from Tulchyn district, Vinnytsia region, was sentenced to 12 years in prison for repeatedly raping his underage stepdaughter between September 2021 and July 2022.

Society • May 24, 01:06 AM • 25806 views
The official presentation of the exhibition of drawings by Ukrainian children took place in the Republic of Korea

With the support of the First Ladies of Ukraine and the Republic of Korea, an exhibition of more than 250 drawings by Ukrainian children was opened, featuring the works of four Ukrainian art projects in the Republic of Korea.

Culture • May 24, 12:47 AM • 25221 views
Occupants advance near Ocheretyne, fighting continues in several settlements - DeepState

According to DeepState, enemy forces have advanced near Ocheretyne, while fighting continues in Vovchansk, Berestove, Klishchiyivka, Uman and Krasnohorivka.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 10:19 PM • 39875 views
US Senate prepares bill on sanctions against Georgian politicians due to the law on foreign agents - media

The U. S. Senate is preparing a bipartisan bill to impose sanctions on Georgian politicians responsible for the Foreign Agents Act, which impedes Georgia's Euro-Atlantic integration.

News of the World • May 23, 07:00 PM • 29225 views