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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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Sold communal land in Zakarpattia with a "discount" of over UAH 80 million: the accused was extradited from Germany

An appraiser accused of undervaluing a communal plot of land by UAH 81. 7 million in a case involving the illegal sale of land in Zakarpattia has been extradited to Ukraine. She will be brought to court to consider a motion for a pre-trial restraint.

Society • September 15, 03:57 PM • 6223 views
Military exercises of the Russian Federation and Belarus may have "unexpected turns" - Finnish general

Commander of the Finnish Defence Forces, General Janne Jaakkola, stated that they are closely monitoring the "Zapad" exercises of Russia and Belarus. He noted that Russia has resources for other purposes besides the war in Ukraine and warned of possible "unexpected turns" during the maneuvers.

Politics • September 15, 02:48 PM • 5677 views
In Lviv or Krakow: Ukrainian air defenders can share experience with Polish colleagues in any country - Ihnat

Ukrainian military personnel are ready to conduct training for partners, including in Poland and Ukraine, to share their acquired combat experience. The head of the Air Force communications department, Yuriy Ihnat, noted that the location of the training is not critical.

Politics • September 15, 02:33 PM • 4253 views
Norway has opened one of the largest training camps for Ukrainian soldiers in Poland.Photo

Norway has established a large-scale training ground, Camp Jomsborg, in eastern Poland, where Norwegian instructors will train Ukrainian soldiers. This is one of the largest training camps created by Norway, with a training program focused on realistic simulation of combat conditions.

News of the World • September 15, 01:58 PM • 3638 views
EU "closely monitors" Russia and Belarus' "Zapad-2025" military exercises - European Commission

The EU is closely monitoring the joint military exercises "Zapad-2025" on the territory of Belarus. The EU calls on Russia and Belarus to adhere to the 2011 OSCE Vienna Document and is preparing for potential security threats.

News of the World • September 15, 01:25 PM • 3115 views
Surprise: US military unexpectedly visited "West-2025" exercises in BelarusVideo

American military personnel observed joint military exercises of Russia and Belarus, which began amid escalating tensions with NATO. Belarusian Defense Minister Viktor Khrenin invited them to see "everything that interests them," which became another sign of warming relations between Washington and Belarus.

News of the World • September 15, 01:13 PM • 2393 views
Britain summons Russian ambassador over "unprecedented" NATO airspace violations

Great Britain summoned the Russian ambassador over the invasion of Russian drones into the airspace of Poland and Romania. London condemned Russia's actions, stating that any further violations of NATO airspace would be met with force.

News of the World • September 15, 11:49 AM • 3675 views
Polish economy grows despite Russian aggression and war in Ukraine - Bloomberg

Poland shows the fastest GDP growth among 26 EU countries, with a projected growth of 3. 3% in 2026. Since 2017, the country's economy has grown by 93%, and the zloty has become the most successful currency among emerging markets.

Economy • September 15, 10:03 AM • 3869 views
EU considers tightening restrictions on tourist visas for Russians and movement of diplomats

The European Union is considering tightening restrictions on tourist visas for Russian citizens and imposing restrictions on the movement of Russian diplomats within the bloc.

Politics • September 15, 07:44 AM • 3461 views
By Ukrainian standards - 100% success: Sikorski on the effectiveness of Polish air defense

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski announced 100% success of Polish air defense during the Russian drone attack on September 10. Out of 19 UAVs, three or four were shot down, but the drones did not reach their targets and did not cause significant damage.

Politics • September 15, 06:49 AM • 4360 views
Ukraine won bronze at the Euroleague-2025 Beach Soccer SuperfinalPhoto

The Ukrainian women's beach soccer team took third place in the Euroleague-2025 Superfinal, defeating Poland in a penalty shootout. Ukrainian athletes beat Italy but lost to Spain and Portugal.

Sports • September 15, 05:52 AM • 5558 views
Pole who stole car from Tusk's family chargedPhoto

Polish law enforcement officers have charged a 41-year-old resident of Sopot with stealing a car belonging to Donald Tusk's family. He faces up to 10 years in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • September 15, 05:03 AM • 4760 views
ISW: Russia uses drone attacks on Poland and Romania to assess NATO's reaction

Analysts at the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) suggest that Russia is assessing NATO's capabilities and reaction through drone attacks on Poland and Poland and Romania. These attacks may be an attempt to gain experience for future aggression against the Alliance.

Politics • September 15, 02:59 AM • 22160 views
Western experts demand NATO aviation be sent to Ukraine after Russian invasion of Poland

A group of Western military experts and civil society representatives called for NATO aviation to be sent to Ukraine. This happened after Russian drones and a missile violated Polish airspace, which is seen as a deliberate test of European defense.

Politics • September 14, 11:13 PM • 15974 views
Yermak: Putin can only be stopped by force, Ukraine is Europe's shield

Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak stated that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin can only be stopped by force, not by compromises. Ukraine has already become Europe's shield, and proposals to simply hand over frozen Russian assets for a ceasefire are unacceptable.

Politics • September 14, 08:36 PM • 5261 views
Czech Republic sends Mi-171Sh helicopters to Poland to strengthen NATO's eastern flank

A Czech helicopter unit consisting of three Mi-171Sh and up to 150 soldiers will arrive in Poland on September 14 to strengthen NATO's eastern flank. The mission will last up to three months, according to a mandate valid until 2026.

Politics • September 14, 06:34 PM • 7437 views
Russia has no forces for a new invasion from Belarus, but provocations are possible - SBGS

SBGS spokesman Andriy Demchenko stated that Russia does not have sufficient capabilities for a repeated invasion from Belarus. However, provocations are possible, so it is necessary to be ready to "react in time" to such enemy actions.

Politics • September 14, 06:22 PM • 4805 views
Poland proposes intercepting Russian missiles and UAVs in the sky over Ukraine - Sikorski

The Polish Foreign Minister proposed to the allies to intercept Russian missiles and UAVs in the airspace of Ukraine. He also called for coordinated actions against Russia's "shadow fleet" in the Baltic and North Seas.

Politics • September 14, 06:02 PM • 10523 views
Enter Air plane made an emergency landing at Krakow-Balice airport: details

An Enter Air plane skidded off the runway during landing at Poland's Krakow-Balice airport.

News of the World • September 14, 03:13 PM • 12554 views
Istanbul Airport recognized as Europe's busiest - Eurocontrol report

Istanbul Airport in Turkey has been recognized as the busiest airport in Europe by the number of daily flights, which was 1624. It surpassed the airports of Amsterdam, Paris Charles de Gaulle, Frankfurt, and London Heathrow.

News of the World • September 14, 11:00 AM • 6144 views
Rubio on Russian drone attack on Poland: it's unacceptable, but there are doubts about the targets

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the incursion of Russian drones into Polish airspace unacceptable. He noted that it is still unclear whether the drones were intentionally aimed at Poland.

Politics • September 14, 03:08 AM • 14028 views
Putin and Lukashenka are practicing war strategies with the West in the 'Zapad-2025' exercises - BILD

During the Russian-Belarusian exercises 'Zapad-2025', the dictators of the Russian Federation and Belarus are practicing three war strategies with the West, including the use of nuclear weapons and an attack on the Suwalki Corridor. These maneuvers, despite the small number of participants, are aimed at intimidating neighbors and repressing critics of the regime.

Politics • September 14, 01:28 AM • 11467 views
Sybiha: Russia must receive a principled and decisive transatlantic response

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha met with French Minister-Delegate Benjamin Haddad. The parties discussed security challenges, Russia's escalatory actions, and Ukraine's accession to the EU as a guarantee of peace.

Politics • September 13, 11:18 PM • 5815 views
In Poland, the roof was damaged and the cross was cut from the dome of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church

Unknown individuals damaged the roof and cut off the cross from the main dome of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church of the Dormition of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Legnica. Ukrainian Ambassador Vasyl Bodnar sent a note to the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs demanding punishment for those responsible.

Society • September 13, 10:20 PM • 12374 views
"Stop looking for excuses": Zelenskyy calls on partners to strengthen sanctions against Russia

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls on Western partners to strengthen sanctions against Russia to force it to peace. He, in particular, emphasized the need to impose strong sanctions against terminals that ship and receive oil from Russia.

Politics • September 13, 09:20 PM • 6089 views
US President's Special Representative Kellogg advised Putin: what is it about

US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg said that if he were Putin, he would stop reminding Europeans about nuclear weapons, as Europe is getting stronger. He also noted that the drone attack on Poland is not accidental and Ukraine will not lose the war.

Politics • September 13, 07:18 PM • 8950 views
Zelenskyy on Russian drones over Poland: NATO did not fail, but strong responses are needed

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he does not consider NATO to have failed due to Russian drones over Poland, but emphasized the need for strong responses. He proposed providing Ukraine with weapons to strike factories where drones are produced and imposing sanctions against companies that supply components for Russian weapons.

Politics • September 13, 05:58 PM • 6928 views
Operated in NATO country's airspace for about 50 minutes: Zelenskyy on Russian drone in Romania

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported that a Russian drone penetrated 10 kilometers into the territory of Romania, a NATO country, and remained there for about 50 minutes. Romania scrambled combat aircraft, and Poland activated a military response to the threat of Russian drones.

Politics • September 13, 05:30 PM • 10530 views
Air raid siren sounds in Poland: which settlements may be in dangerVideo

Poland's Government Security Centre has issued an air raid warning for six districts of the Lublin Voivodeship. This happened after Polish and allied fighter jets were scrambled due to the threat of Russian drones over Ukraine.

News of the World • September 13, 04:28 PM • 12733 views
In Poland, ground-based air defense systems are on alert due to Russian drones over Ukraine - Tusk

Poland has put its ground-based air defense systems on the highest level of alert due to the threat of Russian drones operating over Ukraine. This happened after Russian drones entered Polish airspace during a massive attack on Ukraine.

Politics • September 13, 03:35 PM • 6375 views