Poland
According to an IBRiS poll, 67% of respondents in Poland support the deportation of Ukrainian men of conscription age who do not work legally. This idea has the greatest support among right-wing voters, particularly supporters of PiS.
As of the end of June, more than 4. 4 million Ukrainians were under temporary protection in the EU, 24,000 more than in May. The largest numbers of such people are in Germany, Poland and the Czech Republic.
Tunnels that could have been used for illegal migration and the infiltration of saboteurs were discovered in Latvia and Lithuania. The Baltic countries are strengthening security measures and seeking joint solutions.
An analysis by Res Futura showed that in July, half of the comments about Ukrainians in Poland were hostile in nature. Support for Ukrainians increased from 0.6% to 6%, mainly among people over 45.
Russia is already testing NATO’s response to military aggression and may move on to more dangerous provocations. At the same time, Europe’s weak point remains the low pace of defense production and shortages of certain types of weapons.
In Poland, those accused of brutally beating a Ukrainian man in Radom have appeared in court, including a former MMA fighter. The attackers shouted nationalist slogans, and the victim sustained serious head injuries.
Poland’s Ministry of Internal Affairs refuted a fake report about a Ukrainian attacking a 15-year-old Pole with a knife, calling it Russian disinformation. The attacker turned out to be Polish, and the victim is also a Polish citizen.
An Austrian company from Vienna supplied equipment for the production of engines for Russian missiles and fighter jets by falsifying certificates. A 28-year-old Belarusian citizen has been detained; the damage amounts to €3.3 million.
Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Poland are increasing the security of critical infrastructure amid fears that Russia may organize an attack using Ukrainian drones. Intelligence services warn of a possible provocation aimed at destabilizing NATO.
Włodzimierz Czarzasty said that Ukraine's EU membership requires a review of historical aspects, including recognition of the genocide. He emphasized that the EU is about democracy and values, not just financial support.
The Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine reports the spread on TikTok of AI-generated videos promoting manipulations regarding the missile incident in Poland. The propaganda is attempting to shift the blame onto Ukraine and provoke tensions in relations.
On Sunday, demonstrations under the slogan "Don't be indifferent" are taking place in 22 Polish cities against the rising violence toward Ukrainians and minorities. The campaign was organized by the Committee for the Defense of Democracy, and the protests were a reaction to a series of attacks, including the beating of Ukrainians in Wrocław.
A spokesperson for Poland's Ministry of Internal Affairs said that 95% of Ukrainian men of conscription age work legally and pay taxes. The ministry also reminded that those not working include wounded soldiers undergoing rehabilitation.
Lieutenant General Charles Costanza was dismissed from his position as commander of the U. S. Army’s V Corps in Europe. The reason is said not to be political motives.
U. S. intelligence has determined that the unmanned aerial vehicle found at Leipzig/Halle Airport near a Ukrainian An-124 belongs to Russia. The incident is being investigated as possible sabotage and a hybrid attack.
U. S. intelligence believes Putin may launch a limited attack on a NATO country, likely one of the Baltic states or Poland. This could happen to undermine the Alliance's unity if he is unable to save face in the war with Ukraine.
State Border Guard Service spokesperson Andrii Demchenko explained that the 7,342 trucks registered in the “eQueue” are not physically standing near the border crossing points. The system allows drivers to book a crossing time, avoiding traffic jams.
Ukrainian and Polish services agreed on measures for the stable operation of the border due to the possible redistribution of freight flows. The parties agreed to strengthen coordination and increase the number of staff for customs clearance.
U. S. intelligence has changed its assessment, believing that Putin may launch a limited attack on a NATO country to test the alliance’s resolve. The threats range from cyberattacks to a small-scale ground invasion, with a timeframe extending to 2029.
In Gdańsk, a 37-year-old man beat up a Ukrainian and two Poles, shouting "Banderites. " The attacker was detained; he was drunk and did not have a driver's license. He faces up to 7.5 years in prison.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said that the issue of intercepting Russian missiles over Ukraine requires serious discussion. He stressed that it should not become hostage to domestic political infighting.
If it returns to power, the Law and Justice party will adopt a decision to deport Ukrainian men of conscription age without legal employment in Poland. The proposal envisages creating deportation centers to speed up the process.
Vilnius University climatologist Arūnas Bukantis stated that Europe is already experiencing its fourth heatwave this summer, which will not be the last. Temperatures in Western Europe reached 43 degrees, setting records for certain months.
Lithuanian border guards found an unfinished underground tunnel near the village of Latežeris. This is already the third such case in two weeks; the tunnel did not have an exit on the Lithuanian side.
A meeting of the Ukrainian-Polish working group on dignified burials was held in Lviv. The Polish side submitted a list of locations for further work in Ukraine.
The Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the death of volunteer Marek Rusek-Wolski, who was delivering aid to civilians in frontline territories. The tragedy occurred on July 27 in Kharkiv due to a Russian shelling.
In Wrocław, a court remanded an 18-year-old Ukrainian into custody on suspicion of attempted murder of a 30-year-old Polish woman. The woman was saved by doctors; the young man faces life imprisonment.
Russia has officially refused to participate in the 2027 Men's Volleyball World Cup, which will be held in Poland. The decision regarding the women's tournament has not yet been made, but the Russians will play in the Nations League.
The President of Ukraine stated that Russian drones are hunting people in Kherson and called on the world to cooperate. He emphasized that the Russian war must not spread to other countries.
Russia produces and uses ballistic missiles faster than the world can produce modern interceptor missiles. This imbalance forces a review of approaches to building the global security system.