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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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Russians attacked about 7 settlements in Luhansk region, require FSB permission to leave the occupied territories

About seven settlements in the Luhansk region have been attacked by Russians, and residents of the occupied territories must notify the Russian Federal Security Service 12 hours in advance to leave the occupied territories for Russia, the Luhansk Regional Military Administration reports.

War in Ukraine • May 25, 06:20 AM • 19416 views
Attacks in Dnipropetrovs'k region: occupants shelled 3 communities and Nikopol, no casualties

rf shelled several localities in Dnipropetrovs'k region with heavy artillery and a kamikaze drone, but no casualties or injuries were reported.

Society • May 25, 05:13 AM • 25422 views
Today is the Day of Missing Children: how many minors have disappeared in Ukraine since the beginning of Russian aggression

Today, on May 25, many countries around the world are marking the Day of Missing Children. At the moment, more than two thousand children are officially missing in Ukraine.

Society • May 25, 03:37 AM • 22228 views
Ukrainian shooter wins bronze at the European Shooting Championships in Italy

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

Sports • May 25, 03:30 AM • 23701 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 • 28997 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 • 25186 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 • 22374 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 • 57275 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 • 71675 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 • 59641 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 • 34437 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 • 22219 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 • 23013 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 • 23884 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 • 19209 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 • 19179 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 • 162418 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 • 22731 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 • 19886 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 • 70366 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 • 60839 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 • 25932 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 • 18940 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 • 17568 views
As a result of a full-scale war, about 30% of the total potential of the agricultural sector was destroyed - Ministry of Agriculture

Due to the full-scale Russian invasion, about 30% of Ukraine's agricultural potential has been lost, about 20% of agricultural land is under occupation, and large areas are mined or contaminated with explosives.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 02:54 PM • 37309 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 • 16045 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 • 19981 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 • 19472 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 • 19280 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 • 20060 views