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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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EU "froze" billions from SAFE for Hungary due to Orban's veto on Ukraine - report

Brussels halted funding for Hungary's SAFE plan due to its blocking of a loan to Ukraine. The Commission awaits election results and an end to corruption.

Politics • March 26, 01:15 PM • 5395 views
Ukraine - Sweden - where to watch the decisive play-off match for the 2026 World Cup

The Ukrainian national team will play against Sweden in Valencia for a spot in the play-off final. The match broadcast will start at 21:45 on MEGOGO and T2 platforms.

Sports • March 25, 02:34 PM • 5060 views
Technical decision - Media revealed the reason for Lunin not being called up for the World Cup play-off matches

The absence of the goalkeeper from Rebrov's squad is due to a technical decision stemming from a lack of match practice. The squad was approved two weeks before the World Cup play-off matches.

Sports • March 25, 02:05 PM • 4502 views
In the shadow of a conflict of interest: the competition for the head of the State Customs Service is coming to an end, the final decision rests with the Minister of Finance

Journalists have uncovered business ties between members of the commission for selecting the head of the State Customs Service and candidate Vladyslav Suvorov. The commission denies a conflict of interest, despite their past joint work.

Politics • March 25, 11:24 AM • 65331 views
Putin's Russia is the main driving force behind migration crises in Europe - CPD

The Kremlin organizes flows of illegal immigrants through Belarus to destabilize the EU and introduce agents. The goal is to distract the West from helping Ukraine.

News of the World • March 25, 07:48 AM • 5593 views
Poland extradited to Ukraine a suspect in the rape and murder of a 7-year-old girl and the murder of her mother - Prosecutor GeneralPhoto

A man suspected of murdering his ex-wife and stepdaughter in occupied Kherson has been extradited from Poland. The court chose a preventive measure for the defendant in the form of detention.

Crimes and emergencies • March 24, 08:16 AM • 6038 views
Lviv terminates contract with Polish company for construction of waste processing plant

LKP Zelene Misto terminates agreement with Control Process S. A. due to systemic violations and delays. The decision will come into force on April 6, 2026.

Society • March 23, 06:11 PM • 6951 views
Search operations have begun in Rivne region at the burial site of World War II victims

In the village of Uhly, the search for World War II victims has begun for subsequent exhumation. The work is being carried out jointly with Polish specialists with the consent of the Ministry of Culture.

Society • March 23, 04:25 PM • 4479 views
Almost 250 cases in two months - customs records a surge in attempts to import drugs into Ukraine

In the first two months of 2026, 244 cases of drug smuggling and over a ton of precursors were detected. The majority of violations were recorded at the border with Poland.

Society • March 23, 11:36 AM • 3612 views
EU excludes Hungary from sensitive talks over fears of 'leaks' to Russia - Politico

The European Union is reducing the exchange of confidential data with Budapest due to the risk of leaks to the Kremlin. EU leaders are moving to meetings in narrow formats.

News of the World • March 23, 06:58 AM • 6658 views
Tusk stated that Poland suspects Hungary of transferring EU data to Russia

Donald Tusk spoke of long-standing suspicions regarding information leaks from Brussels to Moscow via Budapest. The Hungarian side officially denies all accusations.

News of the World • March 22, 11:14 PM • 7635 views
Orban compared Zelenskyy's and Brussels' "pressure" to communist times

The Hungarian Prime Minister stated his unwillingness to back down from the demands of Ukraine and the EU. He emphasized the protection of a patriotic nation and Christian values.

Politics • March 22, 03:27 PM • 7034 views
Sikorski criticized Nawrocki's visit to Orban due to ties with the Kremlin

The Polish Foreign Minister is outraged by the president's plans to support Orban, who is blocking aid to Ukraine. The visit coincides with a congress of pro-Russian politicians.

News of the World • March 22, 11:06 AM • 21848 views
Sikorski criticized Nawrocki for plans to support Orban

The Polish Foreign Minister condemned Nawrocki's visit to Hungary to support the Prime Minister, who is blocking sanctions against Russia. Orban is also delaying payments for weapons to Ukraine.

Politics • March 21, 08:50 PM • 13261 views
Four people died in a fire at a shooting range in Warsaw

Four people died as a result of a bus fire near a shooting range in Ursynów. Two people were injured, including a delivery driver.

News of the World • March 21, 04:27 PM • 7120 views
Zelenskyy signed laws ratifying agreements with a number of countries in science, finance, social policy, and diplomacy

The President ratified agreements on attracting aid from Slovenia and the work of a Polish bank. Ukraine gained access to EU social programs and grants.

Economy • March 20, 03:53 PM • 4846 views
Hundreds of billions of dollars for Ukraine: activists at the Polish embassy demanded that a Polish court recognize the decision of a Ukrainian courtPhotoVideo

Hundreds of billions of dollars for Ukraine: activists at the Polish embassy demanded that a Polish court recognize the decision of a Ukrainian court.

Society • March 20, 11:49 AM • 24611 views
JIT mandate for "Ukraine Case" extended for another two years - KravchenkoPhoto

Prosecutor General Kravchenko signed a document extending the work of the JIT in Kharkiv. The group is investigating Russian war crimes and the deportation of Ukrainian children.

Society • March 20, 11:25 AM • 4703 views
Shakhtar's decisive match against Lech in the Conference League – where and when to watch the game

Donetsk Shakhtar will defend a two-goal advantage against Polish Lech. The live broadcast of the match will start at 10:00 PM on the online service MEGOGO.

Sports • March 19, 04:21 PM • 4355 views
Poland sharply increases TNT production for NATO needsPhoto

The Nitro-Chem plant will double its explosive production capacity due to the ammunition shortage in Europe. This will allow it to meet the Alliance's shell requirements.

News of the World • March 19, 01:15 AM • 6690 views
Talovierov will not help the national team in the World Cup qualifiers against Sweden, Sarapiy will replace him

Defender Maksym Talovierov will not play against Sweden due to injury. His place in the Ukrainian national team will be taken by Eduard Sarapiy from Polissya Zhytomyr.

Sports • March 18, 07:50 PM • 4719 views
Enemy drone attacked energy facility near Novovolynsk, there are power and water outages

As a result of the drone attack on the energy infrastructure, part of the community was left without electricity. Water supply disruptions were also recorded in the city.

War in Ukraine • March 18, 07:22 PM • 4530 views
Czech Republic wants to limit temporary protection for refugees from Ukraine

The Czech Republic is considering revoking protection for men and residents of western regions after 2027. The decision requires coordination at the European Union level.

Society • March 18, 06:21 PM • 11362 views
First successful case of extradition of a Russian citizen at Ukraine's request - Prosecutor General Kravchenko on the Polish court's decision regarding Butyagin

The Warsaw court allowed the extradition of the Hermitage curator for illegal excavations in occupied Crimea. The Russian's actions caused 200 million hryvnias in damages to the Myrmekion site.

Crimes and emergencies • March 18, 04:35 PM • 46005 views
Polish court allows extradition of Russian archaeologist Butyagin to Ukraine - media

A court in Warsaw has ruled that the extradition of a Russian national for destroying an object in Crimea is permissible. He is suspected of causing damages amounting to over 200 million hryvnias.

Crimes and emergencies • March 18, 12:19 PM • 6621 views
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It's a matter of respect and ethics: SOWA on performing without a fee

The artist has performed over 70 charity concerts and, as a matter of principle, does not charge for performances for the Armed Forces of Ukraine. She refuses projects with a Russian trace.

Society • March 17, 10:26 PM • 36027 views
Multi-million dollar shadow transportation scheme to the EU uncovered in ZakarpattiaPhotoVideo

The carrier concealed profits from trips to the Czech Republic, Poland, and Slovakia by selling tickets for cash. Significant amounts of currency and black accounting records were seized.

Society • March 17, 10:10 AM • 4042 views
US General Aguto embroiled in scandal over alcohol and classified materials after Kyiv visit

American General Antonio Aguto was injured due to intoxication during his visit to Kyiv. He also left classified maps on a train, which were found by a conductor.

Politics • March 17, 08:50 AM • 15783 views
Ponomarenko, Neshcheret, and Krushynskyi received their debut calls to the national team - Rebrov announced the squad for the World Cup play-off matchesVideo

Serhiy Rebrov called up 26 players for the March matches against Sweden. Ruslan Neshcheret, Matviy Ponomarenko, and Borys Krushynskyi received their debut calls.

Sports • March 16, 12:48 PM • 4478 views
Criminal negligence or corrupt interest: why Vladyslav Suvorov does not react to violations at customs

The Deputy Head of the State Customs Service does not initiate checks on more than 10,000 fake EUR. 1 certificates. Meanwhile, his family is buying elite housing and cars.

Politics • March 16, 11:53 AM • 50184 views