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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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Polish fighter jets intercepted a Russian Il-20 over the Baltic Sea

Polish military aircraft intercepted a Russian reconnaissance Il-20 60 km from Łeba. No violation of Polish airspace was recorded; the aircraft was flying without a flight plan and with its transponder turned off.

Politics • August 4, 01:33 AM • 16463 views
Knife attack on a Polish woman in Wrocław - an 18-year-old Ukrainian has been charged

In Wrocław, an 18-year-old citizen of Ukraine has been charged after a knife attack on a 30-year-old woman. The man pleaded not guilty and refused to give explanations; the prosecutor's office is requesting a temporary arrest.

Crimes and emergencies • August 3, 06:17 PM • 11690 views
Zelenskyy announces launch of the Carpathian Initiative

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a new international format that will unite the countries of the region around security, economy and tourism. The initiative was supported by the presidents of the European Council and the European Commission.

Economy • August 3, 05:25 PM • 10923 views
Consulate responded to new attack on Ukrainians in Poland: in contact with victims and Polish authorities

The Consulate General of Ukraine in Wrocław is monitoring the attack on three Ukrainians in the town of Kożuchów. The diplomatic mission condemns the violence and is ready to provide consular assistance to the victims.

Society • August 3, 10:58 AM • 19905 views
The departure of Starmer and Macron threatens the existence of the "coalition of the willing" - The Telegraph

The Telegraph reports that the departure of Keir Starmer and the inability of Emmanuel Macron to run in the next elections create a leadership vacuum in the "coalition of the willing. " This could lead to a change in Europe's support for Ukraine, especially given the possible rise in influence of pro-Russian candidates.

Politics • August 3, 03:32 AM • 30561 views
The US is negotiating the provision of Patriot technologies to Ukraine - media

House of Representatives member Mike Turner announced negotiations on broader access for Ukraine to Patriot technologies. He called on President Trump and the Pentagon to speed up aid due to daily missile strikes on civilians.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 05:03 PM • 7079 views
In Poland, three more Ukrainians were attacked, police are investigating the incident - mediaPhoto

In the city of Kozuchów on the evening of August 1, three Ukrainians were attacked on the premises of a hostel; the victims sustained bodily injuries. The police are investigating the incident, the attackers have not been detained.

Crimes and emergencies • August 2, 04:30 PM • 13092 views
Bulgarian Defense Minister embroiled in scandal over Polish MiG-29s promised to Ukraine

Dimitar Stoyanov stated that the aircraft are needed only as a source of spare parts. The opposition accused the government of trying to pit Bulgaria's security against support for Ukraine.

Politics • August 2, 11:46 AM • 21291 views
In Poland, a 76-year-old man who struck a Ukrainian woman twice on the head with a wooden cane has been detained

In Gdynia, a 76-year-old Pole who struck a 40-year-old Ukrainian woman twice on the head with a wooden cane has been detained. The prosecutor's office has opened a case; the incident is not preliminarily classified as a hate crime based on national enmity.

Society • August 1, 05:18 PM • 12483 views
In Poland, the search for a fragment of the Russian Kh-101 missile has been resumed due to the lack of one piece

In Poland, the search for another fragment of the Russian Kh-101 missile has been resumed in Tarnawa-Kolonia. Laboratory analysis showed the need to find an additional fragment, for which special equipment for deep scanning was deployed.

War in Ukraine • August 1, 03:12 PM • 8061 views
Unknown person attacked Ukrainian woman in Poland

In Gdynia, an unknown person twice struck a 40-year-old Ukrainian woman on the head with a wooden stick. The victim was hospitalized, her life is not in danger, the police are conducting an investigation.

Crimes and emergencies • August 1, 06:23 AM • 10817 views
Pentagon ends leadership of aid group to Ukraine amid US distancing from Europe - Politico

The US is relinquishing leadership of the NATO Security Assistance Group in Germany, which coordinates military aid to Ukraine. The transition will take up to a year, but work with Ukraine will not be interrupted.

Politics • August 1, 06:00 AM • 59679 views
SBU and GUR entered the top four best intelligence services in Europe according to L'ExpressPhoto

SBU and GUR took fourth place in the ranking of European intelligence services by L'Express, scoring 77 points. Experts noted the ingenuity of Ukrainian intelligence services and their complex operations.

News of the World • July 31, 08:38 PM • 8048 views
In Polish Gdynia, an unknown person hit a Ukrainian woman on the head with a cane, the attacker is being sought by the police - media

In Gdynia, an unknown man twice hit a 40-year-old Ukrainian woman on the head with a wooden cane. The police do not confirm a national motive for the attack.

Crimes and emergencies • July 31, 08:14 PM • 6008 views
Czech opposition demands summoning of Russian ambassador over the fall of a Russian missile in Poland

The Czech government condemned the incident of the fall of a Russian Kh-101 missile on the territory of Poland. The opposition demands summoning the Russian ambassador to the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs and increasing defense spending.

Politics • July 31, 06:05 PM • 5160 views
"For you, Russia has ceased to be an enemy" - Poland's Defense Ministry responds to opposition after airspace violation

Polish Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz criticized the opposition for accusations over the incident with a Russian missile. He stated that for the opposition, Ukraine has become the enemy, not Russia.

News of the World • July 31, 04:20 PM • 3782 views
In Poland, an Audi with seven drunk Ukrainians was involved in an accident, one passenger was riding in the trunkPhoto

Near Wrocław, an Audi with seven Ukrainians under the influence of alcohol crashed into a tree. One of the passengers suffered a spinal fracture while in the trunk.

Crimes and emergencies • July 31, 03:19 PM • 16882 views
Five suspects extradited to Ukraine in a week, among them for the first time a person from Jordan

Ukraine secured the extradition of five individuals from five countries in a week. For the first time in history, Jordan extradited a suspect in the creation of a criminal organization from Dnipro.

Crimes and emergencies • July 31, 12:29 PM • 14287 views
Russian missile near Lublin: Poland's prosecutor's office says without doubt it is an X-101, a specialist from Ukraine was involved in the examination

The spokesperson of the Lublin Prosecutor's Office reported that the X-101 missile, which violated Poland's airspace, was manufactured in the second quarter of 2026 in the Moscow region. An investigation has been launched into the violation of airspace and the threat of an aviation disaster.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 12:24 PM • 3875 views
In Poland, after the missile fall, a wave of disinformation aimed at discrediting Ukraine has intensified

After the fall of a Russian Kh-101 missile in Poland, two disinformation campaigns have been recorded: against Ukraine and the Polish government. Experts warn of the risk of increased social polarization.

Society • July 31, 10:23 AM • 22248 views
Poland received from Ukraine a "concrete proposal" to exchange MiG-29s for drones

Deputy Minister of Defense of Poland stated that Ukraine provided a concrete proposal to exchange MiG-29 fighter jets for drones. A decision is expected within a maximum of a few weeks.

Politics • July 31, 07:12 AM • 5333 views
Ukrainian expert to join investigation of missile fall in PolandPhoto

Polish investigators have recovered numerous fragments of the missile that fell in the Lublin Voivodeship. The examination of the fragments will take place on Friday with the participation of a Ukrainian expert.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 06:38 AM • 5133 views
In Poland, they explained why they were unable to intercept the Russian Kh-101 cruise missile

Polish military were unable to intercept the Russian Kh-101 cruise missile due to a legislative requirement for visual identification of the target. The missile flew about 100 km deep into the country and exploded in the Lublin Voivodeship.

News of the World • July 31, 03:37 AM • 23804 views
Ukraine seeks Patriot missiles from allies after lack of new promises from the US

Ukrainian Ambassador Olha Stefanishyna stated that Zelenskyy's visit to the US did not bring new commitments regarding Patriot missiles due to a shortage. Ukraine is temporarily seeking missiles from other partners and plans its own production.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 08:23 PM • 11102 views
In Poland, a man was detained for social media posts calling for the murder of Zelenskyy

In Poland, a 40-year-old man who called for the murder of the President of Ukraine on social media has been detained. He faces up to three years in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • July 30, 05:55 PM • 6887 views
Near Radushne, Russians used a missile from North Korea for the first time in a long time - Zelenskyy

President Zelenskyy reported that preliminary data indicates Russia's use of a North Korean ballistic missile. He called on partners to provide air defense missiles to stop the war.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 04:47 PM • 4002 views
President of Poland signed a law banning mobile phones in schools

President of Poland Karol Nawrocki signed amendments to the education law that ban mobile phones in schools and kindergartens. The ban will take effect on September 1, 2026, with exceptions for educational needs and emergency cases.

News of the World • July 30, 02:43 PM • 6404 views
NATO Secretary General Rutte discussed with Tusk the entry of a Russian missile into Poland and reaffirmed support for Ukraine

NATO Secretary General Rutte condemned the violation of Polish airspace by a Russian missile. The Alliance activated air defense and ground defense assets, and the incident is under investigation.

Politics • July 30, 02:35 PM • 5145 views
Poland, in cooperation with NATO, analyzes the missile incursion during Russia's attack on Ukraine - reveals what's next

Poland analyzes the incident of a probable violation of its airspace by a missile during Russia's attack on Ukraine. The country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs will adopt diplomatic decisions after technical details are determined by the services and NATO.

Politics • July 30, 01:56 PM • 5948 views
Tusk stated that the next 100 days could decide the outcome of the war in Ukraine

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that the next 100 days could decide the outcome of the war in Ukraine. He confirmed the determination to support Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 12:17 PM • 36770 views