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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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FT: Manufacturer cannot say when US allies will receive Patriot missiles

Lockheed Martin will increase production of PAC-3 missiles but does not guarantee delivery timelines. The Pentagon determines the priority of orders for allies.

News of the World • June 11, 05:27 AM • 3918 views
Germany proposes to direct €6.6 billion from EU fund to aid Ukraine, Poland opposes

Berlin wants to allocate €6. 6 billion for new aid to Ukraine. Poland is demanding this money as compensation for weapons already provided to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Economy • June 10, 09:17 PM • 9988 views
MFA calls the linking of Zelenskyy's foreign route to tensions with Poland artificial

MFA spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi stated there was no political motive behind choosing Chisinau airport over Rzeszów. Logistics are determined by the protocol service.

Politics • June 10, 03:04 PM • 3108 views
We expect Ukraine to correct the error regarding 'UPA Heroes' – Sikorski

Radosław Sikorski placed responsibility on Kyiv for the scandal over the naming of the SSO unit. He expects Ukraine to correct this error on its own.

Politics • June 10, 01:53 PM • 3364 views
Queues at the Polish border: a list of the most congested checkpoints

Traffic congestion has been recorded at the border with Poland for those exiting. The largest queues are observed at Shehyni, Ustyluh, and Krakivets; Smilnytsia is clear.

Society • June 10, 01:42 PM • 9275 views
"Rzeszów was not closed" – Tusk commented on the change in Zelenskyy's flight route

Donald Tusk stated that he would not dictate flight routes to Zelenskyy after his use of the Chișinău airport. Rzeszów, according to him, remains open.

Politics • June 10, 01:39 PM • 7400 views
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry urged Poland to seek grounds for unity in the past, rather than discord

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi urged Poland to focus on common challenges and the fight against the enemy. He advises seeking reasons for unity in history.

Politics • June 10, 12:47 PM • 3211 views
At the "Shehyni - Medyka" checkpoint, bus departures to Poland will be suspended for almost a year and a half

Starting June 15, 2026, bus departures to Poland will be suspended due to repairs at the Shehyni - Medyka checkpoint. The works will continue until November 2027.

Society • June 10, 09:38 AM • 12538 views
Poland plans to increase its army size to 500,000 troops by 2039

Poland will increase its army size to 500,000 personnel by 2039. The main forces will be concentrated on the eastern flank and the development of unmanned systems.

News of the World • June 9, 08:30 PM • 3499 views
Tusk believes Poland must be involved in negotiations to end the war in Ukraine

Donald Tusk stated that Poland must participate in negotiations regarding the termination of the war. Any agreements made without Warsaw's involvement will not be implemented by it.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 05:07 PM • 4094 views
European Commissioner for Defense again proposes creating a new defense union with Ukraine's participation

Kubilius proposes creating a defense union based on the E5 for Ukraine's rapid integration. The new structure will allow for the strengthening of European security outside the EU.

Politics • June 9, 04:23 PM • 3873 views
Eurosatory-2026. One of the largest arms exhibitions kicks off in Paris on June 15Photo

One of the largest international exhibitions in the field of defense and security, Eurosatory-2026, kicks off in Paris on June 15. The Ukrainian company Fire Point, developer of the FREYJA anti-ballistic software, will participate in the event.

News of the World • June 9, 12:07 PM • 35927 views
Poland considers the issue of Zelenskyy's order; the final decision will be made soon by the country's president

The Chapter of the Order of the White Eagle discussed Zelenskyy's award and conveyed its position to the president. The head of state will make the final decision in the near future.

Politics • June 8, 08:59 PM • 13413 views
Ukraine considers renaming SSO unit following scandal with Poland – media

During Budanov's visit to Warsaw, a proposal was made to change the name of a Special Operations Forces (SSO) unit. Poland demands concessions in historical policy and the Volyn issue.

Politics • June 8, 07:59 AM • 25924 views
NATO strengthens the defense of Finland and Sweden

The Alliance has established the FLF unit in Finland for rapid response. The new military unit also includes a Swedish combat group.

News of the World • June 7, 06:15 PM • 6951 views
A shipment of luxury furs worth 400,000 UAH was seized on the border with PolandPhoto

At the Hrushiv checkpoint, border guards discovered 120 arctic fox pelts in a bus traveling from Warsaw. The driver was transporting the undeclared goods as an ordinary parcel.

Society • June 6, 02:54 PM • 7793 views
Queues formed on the Polish border on June 6 – where the highest concentration of vehicles was recorded

A buildup of vehicles was recorded on the border with Poland on June 6. The largest queues are observed at the Ustyluh and Krakivets checkpoints.

Society • June 6, 01:51 PM • 13422 views
Polish Defense Minister met with Budanov regarding the naming of an SOF unit after the UPA

The head of the President's Office, Budanov, met with the Polish Minister of Defense. Kosiniak-Kamysz voiced expectations regarding the naming of an SOF unit in honor of the UPA.

Politics • June 6, 12:47 PM • 5244 views
“Shakhtar” will not play Champions League matches at Wisła's stadium next season

The President of Wisła stated that the club will not host Shakhtar's matches in European competitions. Organizing the games requires too many resources, so the priority is their own affairs.

Sports • June 6, 12:11 PM • 13199 views
Svyrydenko: The involvement of foreigners as a workforce is considered exclusively as an additional tool to overcome the labor shortage

Yulia Svyrydenko responded to a petition regarding the priority employment of Ukrainians. Foreign labor will be recruited only as an additional tool.

Society • June 6, 11:01 AM • 4719 views
EU promises restrictions on Schengen visas for Russians amid backlash

The European Commission will tighten visa rules for Russians following complaints from 11 countries. New security measures will be introduced within the framework of the Visa Code.

Politics • June 6, 08:50 AM • 5629 views
Ukraine brought this problem upon itself, so let it find a solution now – Tusk on naming an SOF unit after the UPA

Donald Tusk placed the responsibility for resolving the conflict over the SOF unit's name on Kyiv. Without a solution, relations will become purely business-like.

Politics • June 5, 07:39 PM • 8915 views
Budanov is on an unannounced visit to Poland, where he is holding a series of meetings with representatives of the Polish authorities - media

Kyrylo Budanov arrived in Warsaw to discuss the war and the naming of a unit in honor of the UPA. Iryna Vereshchuk and Sergiy Kyslytsya are also participating in the visit.

Politics • June 5, 05:11 PM • 6032 views
Ukraine and Poland to begin joint search for burials in Huta Pieniacka on June 8

On June 8, joint searches for the burials of those killed in 1944 will begin in Huta Pieniacka. The work is funded by the Ukrainian Institute of National Remembrance.

Society • June 5, 04:20 PM • 5203 views
A Ukrainian who caught the legendary Warsaw catfish has been deported from Poland

A Ukrainian was deported from Poland for catching a legendary 183-centimeter catfish. He has been banned from entering the Schengen Area for a period of five years.

Crimes and emergencies • June 5, 01:31 PM • 7571 views
Ukraine national team player leaves gift for soldier who slept through footballers' visitPhotoVideo

Players of the Ukraine national team visited a military hospital in Lviv. Oleksandr Romanchuk left a signed pennant for a defender who slept through the team's visit.

Society • June 5, 12:13 PM • 3785 views
"What the Ukrainians are asking us to do" - EU Commissioner on excluding Ukrainian men from temporary protection

EU Commissioner Brunner reported on discussions regarding the exclusion of men aged 23-60 from protection. A final decision will be made in the coming weeks.

Society • June 5, 07:58 AM • 9343 views
Poland introduces flight restrictions near the borders of Ukraine and Belarus: will it affect civil aircraft movement

Poland will restrict flights near the borders from June to September 2026. The ban at altitudes up to 3 km will not affect the movement of civil passenger aircraft.

News of the World • June 4, 12:23 PM • 4454 views
11 countries have appealed to the EU to stop issuing tourist visas to Russians

Eleven countries are demanding that the European Commission stop issuing Schengen visas to citizens of the Russian Federation. In 2025, Russians received more than 620 thousand entry permits.

Politics • June 3, 05:03 PM • 13013 views
Ukrainian in Poland caught and took away a legendary 183-centimeter catfish

A 57-year-old Ukrainian caught a 183-centimeter catfish in Poland that had lived in the reservoir for 20 years. The man was detained by police for refusing to release the fish.

News of the World • June 3, 02:32 PM • 6750 views