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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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Queues have formed to leave Ukraine, the longest ones to Poland: what is the situation at the checkpoints

According to the Western Regional Directorate of the State Border Guard Service, there is a significant accumulation of cars leaving Ukraine, with the longest queues - up to 700 cars - at the border with Poland.

Society • May 17, 12:58 PM • 18158 views
Heads of foreign affairs committees of the world condemn the law on "foreign agents" adopted in Georgia

The chairmen of the foreign affairs committees of the US, EU, Ukraine and other countries have condemned Georgia's controversial "foreign agents" law, saying it undermines democracy and contradicts Georgia's goal of Western integration.

News of the World • May 17, 09:44 AM • 25548 views
Evening power outages are planned in Ukraine amid shortages, power outages caused by drone wreckage in Vinnytsia region

There is a significant deficit in the Ukrainian energy system, which necessitates hourly blackouts from 19:00 to 24:00 and imports that reach the technically permitted maximum.

Society • May 17, 07:54 AM • 21181 views
Dismembered and tried to burn: a Ukrainian was brutally murdered on a farm in Poland

A 48-year-old Ukrainian man was brutally murdered, his body dismembered and burned in an outbuilding of an agricultural enterprise in the Polish town of Rokiciny, and three suspects were arrested.

Crimes and emergencies • May 16, 06:35 PM • 25371 views
Poland puts judge who fled to belarus on the wanted list

A Polish judge who fled to belarus has been put on the wanted list on charges of espionage.

News of the World • May 16, 03:45 PM • 19846 views
Zelenskyy and Tusk discuss Ukraine's urgent need for air defense to protect Kharkiv

Zelenskyy discussed with Polish Prime Minister Tusk Ukraine's urgent need for air defense to protect Kharkiv and the security agreement, as well as plans to work on an ambitious bilateral security agreement between the historic partners.

War in Ukraine • May 16, 03:00 PM • 21965 views
Greek Prime Minister supports the creation of a European air defense system based on the "Iron Dome" model

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has proposed to create a European air defense system modeled on Israel's Iron Dome to collectively protect all EU member states from potential threats.

News of the World • May 16, 01:46 PM • 23175 views
Schedules of power outages in all regions today, imports from 5 EU countries are planned - Ukrenergo

Ukraine is facing a significant electricity shortage, with hourly blackouts in all regions, and imports from 5 EU countries are planned to overcome the shortage.

Society • May 16, 09:24 AM • 24375 views
Amid shortages power outages are possible again, emergency aid from the EU is already on the way - Ministry of Energy

Ukraine has faced power outages due to electricity shortages, with restrictions on industry scheduled for today from 4 p. m., and has asked the EU for emergency assistance.

Society • May 16, 07:49 AM • 27477 views
Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, foreigners have opened more than 2.6 companies in Ukraine: which countries have the most businessmen

Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, 2652 companies have been founded by foreigners, with the most active investors being citizens of Turkey, Uzbekistan, Poland, and the United States.

Economy • May 16, 07:22 AM • 25989 views
eCheck: 900 thousand trucks crossed the border using online registration in a year

During the year of the service's operation, over 900 thousand trucks crossed the state border of Ukraine using online recording, with the largest number of vehicles crossing the border with Poland - almost 487 thousand.

Society • May 15, 12:05 PM • 18980 views
Agreement on security guarantees is under interagency approval in Poland - ambassador

Ukraine and Poland are working on a draft bilateral agreement on security guarantees, with Poland taking this issue seriously, and it is expected that the agreement will be signed in the near future, reflecting Poland's significant military assistance and support for Ukraine.

Politics • May 15, 09:11 AM • 23748 views
Emergency power outages are predicted in the evening with increased consumption, there is a significant shortage - Ukrenergo

Ukraine is facing a significant electricity shortage due to a sharp cold snap, requiring record imports, emergency EU aid, and controlled blackouts for households and industry.

Society • May 15, 08:42 AM • 78555 views
The situation in the energy sector: Ukraine has attracted emergency assistance from three countries, restrictions for industry will be applied during the day

Ukraine has attracted emergency electricity supplies from Poland, Romania and Slovakia due to a shortage of capacity after Russian shelling. Restrictions on electricity consumption for industry will be applied throughout the day to avoid blackouts.

Society • May 15, 07:42 AM • 16443 views
Poland warns of risks of new sabotage and subversion in Europe by Russia

Poland warns of increased Russian attempts to sabotage, subvert and interfere in European political processes, especially in the run-up to the European Parliament elections.

Politics • May 15, 03:47 AM • 133748 views
Consulate General of Ukraine in Toronto donates 300 books to local Ukrainian schools

The Consulate General of Ukraine in Toronto donated 300 Ukrainian books to local Ukrainian schools to help preserve the Ukrainian language and culture for children.

Society • May 14, 05:20 PM • 37922 views
EU Council approves agreement on migration and asylum despite opposition from Poland and Hungary

The Council of the European Union has adopted a series of rules reforming the entire asylum system on the continent, with Poland and Hungary voting against the entire package.

Politics • May 14, 01:39 PM • 19693 views
The situation in the energy sector: record imports and longer restrictions for industry again today

Ukraine is experiencing a significant electricity shortage due to increased consumption during the cold snap, which has led to extended electricity curtailment schedules for industrial consumers and record high imports of emergency electricity from the EU.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 10:58 AM • 42254 views
The EU Council plans to approve a migration pact containing significant reforms to asylum policy

The EU Council plans to approve a migration pact containing significant reforms to asylum policies, requiring EU countries to accept thousands of asylum seekers from frontline states or provide resources, and allowing agreements with transit and origin countries to limit the number of incoming migrants.

Politics • May 14, 10:13 AM • 23537 views
Amid deficit Ukraine continues to receive emergency electricity aid from the EU, restrictions for industry are planned earlier - Energy Ministry

Due to significant damage to energy facilities and an increase in electricity consumption, restrictions are being imposed on industrial consumers in Ukraine starting at 4 p. m. today, while emergency electricity supplies are being delivered from the EU.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 07:28 AM • 21646 views
Today is the Day of Remembrance of Ukrainians Who Saved Jews During World War II: How Many of Our Compatriots Became Righteous Among the Nations

On May 14, Ukraine honors the memory of people who risked their lives to save Jews from the Nazis during World War II. 2673 of our compatriots were recognized by Israel as Righteous Among the Nations for their heroic deeds.

Society • May 14, 03:37 AM • 32169 views
Passenger traffic at the border at the weekend increased, more people are leaving than entering - border guards

Passenger traffic on Ukraine's western border reached 168,000 over the weekend, with more people leaving Ukraine than entering.

Society • May 13, 11:20 AM • 23312 views
Amid deficit, record electricity imports, industry will be limited in the evening - Ukrenergo

Ukraine is facing a significant electricity shortage for most of the day, which necessitates a consumption restriction for industrial consumers from 5 p. m. to midnight and record electricity imports from 5 European countries.

Economy • May 13, 08:54 AM • 22103 views
Ukraine receives emergency electricity aid from the EU amid shortages, restrictions for industry possible in the evening - Energy Ministry

Due to significant damage to energy facilities and electricity shortages, Ukraine has received emergency electricity from Poland, Romania and Slovakia, and consumption restrictions for industrial consumers may be imposed in the evening.

Society • May 13, 07:39 AM • 20875 views
A shopping center is on fire in Warsaw, a cloud of smoke covers the city

A large-scale fire engulfed the Marywilska 44 shopping center in Warsaw, Poland, prompting authorities to warn residents to stay indoors and close windows due to smoke.

News of the World • May 12, 07:31 AM • 29812 views
Today, power engineers have attracted emergency assistance from three countries, Ukrainians are asked to save electricity

Amid significant damage to the power grid caused by Russian attacks, Ukraine received emergency electricity supplies from Poland, Romania, and Slovakia, and Ukrainians were urged to reduce the use of energy-intensive appliances during peak hours.

Society • May 12, 07:08 AM • 102634 views
Forbes: Repatriation of Ukrainian men may harm Polish economy

Poland may face potential economic losses due to the repatriation of Ukrainian men of military age, who make up a significant portion of the country's labor force.

War in Ukraine • May 12, 12:35 AM • 104720 views
Poland to build fortifications on eastern border - Tusk

Poland begins work to further strengthen its entire eastern border.

News of the World • May 11, 11:25 AM • 29614 views
After Easter, more people continue to leave Ukraine than arrive: figures revealed

According to the State Border Guard Service, passenger traffic on Ukraine's western border has remained roughly flat recently, with a slight increase in the number of people traveling abroad than returning to Ukraine.

Society • May 11, 10:24 AM • 54439 views
Ukraine takes emergency electricity aid from the EU, industry limited until morning - Energy Ministry

Due to damage to energy infrastructure and shelling, Ukraine received emergency electricity supplies from Poland, Romania, and Slovakia, and more than 1,000 consumers in Kharkiv region were cut off from gas supply.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 07:31 AM • 43631 views