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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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Russian missile strike on Ukraine on July 28: Poland had to scramble fighter jets

On the night of July 28, Poland scrambled fighter jets due to a Russian missile strike on Ukraine. This was a preventive measure to ensure the security of Polish airspace.

News of the World • July 28, 03:03 AM • 62815 views
Cyclone from Poland to bring rains and hail to Ukraine: weather forecast for July 28Photo

Cyclone Karlheinz from Poland will cause rains, thunderstorms, squalls, and hail in western Ukraine on July 28. Unstable weather is also expected in Zhytomyr, Vinnytsia, Kyiv, Cherkasy, and Chernihiv regions.

Weather and environment • July 27, 09:40 AM • 3461 views
Russia and China will be ready for confrontation with the West in 2027 – Tusk

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that NATO and the US estimate Russia and China's readiness for open confrontation with the West by 2027. He received this information from the Commander of NATO's Allied Forces in Europe, General Alexus Grynkewich.

Politics • July 26, 02:10 PM • 5852 views
KGB of Belarus actively recruits diaspora abroad - Lithuanian intelligence

Lithuanian intelligence records an active KGB of Belarus campaign on social networks aimed at recruiting Belarusian citizens abroad. KGB officers openly contact the diaspora, offering rewards and making threats.

News of the World • July 26, 02:18 AM • 4057 views
Poland asked US to resume arms supplies to Ukraine after Russian shelling - The Telegraph

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski appealed to Donald Trump's special representative, Keith Kellogg, with a request to resume arms supplies to Ukraine after Russian shelling damaged the Polish consulate in Kyiv. This incident became a key moment that influenced Trump's change of position regarding military aid to Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 12:59 PM • 5146 views
8 laboratories, dozens of searches: drug network busted during special operation in Poland and UkrainePhoto

Law enforcement agencies of two countries conducted a large-scale special operation, liquidating a transnational criminal group involved in the production and sale of synthetic drugs. 8 multi-laboratories were discovered, and large quantities of drugs, equipment, and weapons were seized.

Society • July 25, 09:32 AM • 13277 views
Conference League: Polissya and Oleksandriya lose in the first qualification matchVideo

Zhytomyr's Polissya lost to Andorra's Santa Coloma with a score of 1:2, while Oleksandriya lost to Serbia's Partizan 0:2. The return matches for both teams will take place on July 31.

Sports • July 24, 07:35 PM • 3837 views
Brussels warns 18 EU countries over delay in implementing sanctions legislation

The European Commission has sent warning letters to 18 EU member states for failing to notify the full implementation of the Directive on criminalizing the violation of EU restrictive measures. Countries have two months to respond and complete implementation.

Politics • July 24, 12:56 PM • 4733 views
Former head of Ukrzaliznytsia Wojciech Balczun appointed minister in Polish government

Former head of Ukrzaliznytsia Wojciech Balczun has been appointed Minister of State Assets in the renewed Polish government, replacing Jakub Jaworski. Prior to this appointment, Balczun headed the Industrial Development Agency and managed PKO BP bank.

Politics • July 23, 02:41 PM • 7285 views
Poland urges its citizens to immediately leave Russia

The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs recommends its citizens to immediately leave Russia due to the war in Ukraine and Russia's recognition of Poland as an unfriendly state. The possibilities of providing assistance to Polish citizens are becoming limited, and individuals with dual citizenship may be subject to mobilization.

Politics • July 22, 09:21 PM • 6891 views
Over 20 countries worldwide called on Israel to cease hostilities in the Gaza Strip: the reaction was swift

A number of countries issued a joint statement, calling on Israel to cease hostilities in the Gaza Strip due to the suffering of the civilian population. The Israeli Prime Minister's advisor called this statement a "delusion" that sends Hamas a "wrong and dangerous signal" because it does not pressure the group.

Politics • July 22, 07:32 AM • 8250 views
Canada to provide $15 million for Leopard 2 tank repair for Ukraine

Canada will provide an additional 20 million Canadian dollars to support the maintenance of Leopard 2 tanks for Ukraine. The funds will be directed to the tank maintenance and repair center in Poland.

News of the World • July 21, 05:31 PM • 5873 views
The Center for Countering Disinformation refuted a Russian fake about an alleged anti-Ukrainian protest on the border between Ukraine and Poland

The Center for Countering Disinformation refuted a Russian fake about an alleged anti-Ukrainian protest on the border between Ukraine and Poland. Enemy resources disseminated a video purportedly showing Polish border guards installing shields with inscriptions about the "genocide of Poles."

News of the World • July 21, 05:04 PM • 4930 views
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to open over 10 new consular offices by the end of the year

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine plans to open over 10 new consular offices by the end of the year, including in Romania, Iraq, Italy, Germany, Slovakia, France, and Poland. Consulates in Antalya and Gdansk will receive general consulate status.

Politics • July 21, 02:31 PM • 3909 views
Poland buys stake in Iceye - a company tracking Russian troops in Ukraine

Poland is finalizing negotiations to acquire a stake in the satellite company Iceye, which gained prominence for tracking Russian troop movements. This investment will add to the $550 million raised by the company, which is valued at over $1 billion.

News of the World • July 21, 08:20 AM • 3664 views
Ukrainians opened almost half of all their companies in Poland during the war: studyPhoto

Since the beginning of the full-scale war, Ukrainians have founded 13,014 businesses in Poland, which is almost half of the total number of 29,044 companies registered by Ukrainians. The total capital of Ukrainian companies in Poland reaches 7.34 billion zlotys.

Economy • July 21, 08:08 AM • 3607 views
Poland scrambled fighter jets amid Russia's massive shelling of Ukraine on July 21

Poland scrambled military aircraft due to another massive shelling of Ukraine by Russia. Polish and allied fighter jets are returning to their deployment locations after the cessation of airstrikes.

News of the World • July 21, 06:56 AM • 3442 views
Ukrainian Embassy refutes fake news about Bodnar's "16-second" speech in Poland at the commemoration of the victims of the Volyn tragedyVideo

The Embassy of Ukraine in Poland has refuted the distortion of Ambassador Vasyl Bodnar's speech at the ceremony commemorating the victims of the Volyn tragedy. The video circulating on social media is fake and taken out of context.

Politics • July 19, 12:27 PM • 4651 views
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Unable to compete with giants: the ban on marketing between pharmacies and manufacturers hit small drug producers

The ban on marketing agreements between pharmacies and drug manufacturers from March 1, 2025, negatively affects small manufacturers who have lost their promotion tools. This can also lead to market shadowization and job losses.

Economy • July 18, 01:33 PM • 98767 views
Poland urges citizens to refrain from traveling to Russia: MFA statementPhoto

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Poland advises citizens to refrain from traveling to Russia due to the war in Ukraine and Poland's recognition as an unfriendly country. The possibilities of providing assistance to Polish citizens in Russia are limited due to the reduction in the number of consular staff.

News of the World • July 18, 10:51 AM • 5444 views
Usyk vs. Dubois: Bookmakers' odds and when the rematch for the undisputed world champion title will beginPhoto

On July 19, a rematch will take place between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois for the undisputed world heavyweight champion title. Bookmakers consider Usyk the clear favorite, predicting his victory by knockout.

Sports • July 18, 10:40 AM • 359585 views
Russia intensifies hybrid attacks on Europe's critical infrastructure - foreign intelligence

The number of Russia's hybrid attacks in Europe has sharply increased since 2022, with over 200 incidents recorded between 2014 and 2024. The main targets are energy, transport, and communications, and the attacks are aimed at weakening European unity.

Politics • July 18, 10:30 AM • 5389 views
At the border, restrictions at the Ustyluh checkpoint until December: what travelers need to know

Repair works at the Ustyluh-Zosin checkpoint on the Ukrainian-Polish border, which began in May, have been extended until the end of December. This will lead to partial traffic restrictions, while the Volyn Customs notes a significant increase in traffic through this point.

Society • July 18, 10:28 AM • 8961 views
Poland resumes investigation into grenade launcher-"gift" explosion from Ukraine - Media

Poland has resumed the investigation into the explosion of a grenade launcher at the police headquarters, which was gifted by Ukrainian officials to former police chief Jarosław Szymczyk. The proceedings had been suspended due to a lack of response from Ukraine, which has now sent partial correspondence.

Crimes and emergencies • July 18, 06:25 AM • 8233 views
Sybiha reappointed as Foreign Minister – Rada's decision

The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine reappointed Andriy Sybiha as Minister of Foreign Affairs. This decision was supported by people's deputies at the proposal of the President of Ukraine.

Politics • July 17, 12:48 PM • 4577 views
Poland changes rules for accommodating Ukrainian refugees from November 1

From November 1, collective accommodation centers for refugees from Ukraine in Poland will only accept representatives of protected groups. For other refugees, the "Together for Independence" program is planned, offering rental subsidies and Polish language courses.

Society • July 17, 09:49 AM • 6588 views
Polish Foreign Ministry summoned Russian diplomat over "Shahed" attack on Polish enterprise in Vinnytsia

The Polish Foreign Ministry summoned a representative of the Russian embassy over a Shahed drone attack on a Barlinek Group factory in Vinnytsia. The enterprise is engaged in civilian production and is part of Polish business.

Politics • July 17, 09:24 AM • 5367 views
Decline in opening of individual entrepreneurs and increase in the number of "one-day firms" recorded in Ukraine - studyPhoto

In April-June 2025, 73,799 individual entrepreneurs were opened in Ukraine, which is 3% less than last year. In the first half of the year, 137,557 new individual entrepreneurs were registered, but 157,605 ceased operations, with more than a third of them having worked for less than two years.

Society • July 17, 07:07 AM • 5446 views
Large-scale operation against pro-Russian hacker network carried out in Europe: details

Law enforcement agencies from over ten European countries, Canada, and the USA conducted a joint operation "Eastwood" against the NoName057(16) network. As a result, over a hundred computer systems were destroyed and seven arrest warrants were issued, including for six Russian citizens.

War in Ukraine • July 16, 10:55 PM • 98718 views
EU countries again failed to agree on the 18th package of sanctions against Russia

EU foreign ministers failed to reach an agreement on the 18th package of sanctions against the Russian Federation on July 16. Discussion of the issue may resume on Friday, despite Poland's optimism and Slovakia's resistance.

Politics • July 16, 04:43 PM • 4532 views