Warsaw
From August to November 2025, almost 186,000 messages with offensive and discriminatory statements about Ukraine were recorded in the Polish-language segment of social networks. This is almost twice as many as in the previous similar period, with 92% of such posts appearing on the X platform.
The EU has agreed to exclude Poland from the solidarity mechanism of the new Migration Pact. This exempts Warsaw from the obligation to accept migrants or pay financial compensation.
Warsaw police detained three Ukrainian citizens who were traveling across Europe with hacking equipment and a spy device detector. They have been charged with fraud and possession of equipment for committing crimes.
Near Lublin on December 6, 2025, a passenger car crashed into a Ukrainian bus traveling from Rava-Ruska to Warsaw. The 27-year-old driver of the car died, while 26 Ukrainians on the bus were unharmed.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski stated that President Zelenskyy could take the initiative to visit Warsaw. This followed statements by President Nawrocki that Ukraine should apologize for certain historical moments.
A Polish court issued a European arrest warrant for Yevhen Ivanov, one of the perpetrators of terrorist attacks on railway tracks in Poland. He and Oleksandr Kononov are accused of terrorist sabotage on behalf of Russian intelligence.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki stated that there can be no agreements with Russia, as Moscow acts on the basis of lies. He emphasized that historical events confirm the immutability of this position.
The Polish prosecutor has requested a European arrest warrant for Yevhen Ivanov and Oleksandr Kononov, citizens of Ukraine. They are suspected of sabotage against railway infrastructure, which included damaging tracks and the contact line.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha commented on the decision of Polish President Karol Nawrocki not to meet with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. Sybiha called the decision "really good" and one that demonstrates Poland's principled stance and solidarity.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki limited his trip to Hungary, refusing to meet with Prime Minister Viktor Orban. This decision was made due to Orban's visit to Moscow, which caused concern in Warsaw.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Oleksandr Mishchenko stated that Russia strategically perceives the alliance between Ukraine and Poland as a threat. A significant part of the negative media coverage may be the result of deliberate actions by Russia, which is trying to weaken Polish-Ukrainian unity.
"Ukrzaliznytsia" has accelerated the direct flight No. 67/68 Kyiv - Warsaw by more than 2 hours, changing the timetable. Train No. 23/34 Kyiv - Kholm has also been updated for the fastest connection to Warsaw with a transfer.
Ukrzaliznytsia announced new international railway routes. For the first time, sleeping cars will run from Uzhhorod to Vienna, and Berehove will get a direct connection to Budapest. It will be possible to reach Germany with one transfer.
The presentation of the book by Poland's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Radosław Sikorski, in Krakow was disrupted by pro-Palestinian activists. The politician was forced to leave the event accompanied by security guards, and one of the activists attempted to attack him.
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski predicts an increase in Russian sabotage activities after the explosion on the railway route to Ukraine.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki invited Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Warsaw, emphasizing the importance of supporting Ukraine. He expressed hope that Zelenskyy would accept his invitation.
Poland has sent a note to Belarus requesting the extradition of two Ukrainian citizens accused of sabotaging railways on behalf of Russia. These acts of terrorism are linked to incidents in the Mika and Golomb areas, where railway tracks were damaged.
Poland is launching a pilot defense program wReady for civilians, which will last until December 14. It is designed to increase readiness for crisis situations amid threats from Russia.
Poland is activating Operation "Horizon" involving 10,000 troops to protect the country's critical infrastructure. This decision was made after recent railway explosions and acts of sabotage.
A spokesman for the Polish special services announced the first arrests in the case of railway sabotage, which are being carried out by the ABW and the police. The investigation is ongoing, several people have been detained and are being questioned about their role in the terrorist attack.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk have agreed to establish a Ukrainian-Polish group to prevent sabotage by Russia. This decision follows discussions about acts of sabotage on Polish railways, organized via Telegram, which point to a Russian trail.
Poland is preparing a response to the railway explosion, which it considers an act of state terrorism. Foreign Minister Sikorski stated that a response would be provided in the coming days.
The Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs has withdrawn consent for the operation of the Russian consulate in Gdańsk. This decision was made in response to the railway sabotage, which is linked to the activities of Russian special services.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that two Ukrainian citizens, who had long cooperated with Russian special services, committed acts of sabotage on the railway. The incidents occurred on the route from Warsaw East to Lublin, where tracks and the traction network were damaged.
The Prime Minister of Poland held a secret meeting regarding sabotage on railway tracks. Jacek Dobrzynski, spokesman for the Polish Minister-Coordinator of Special Services, stated that Russian special services are most likely responsible for the sabotage. The incidents occurred on the route from Warsaw East to Lublin, damaging tracks and the traction network.
Polish Infrastructure Minister Dariusz Klimczak announced the restoration of railway traffic after the sabotage. The repair of damaged tracks and overhead lines has been completed, and trains are running on schedule.
According to Kukuła, the enemy is creating a certain environment that should create conditions conducive to potential aggression on Polish territory.
Polish Interior Minister Marcin Kierwiński reported two acts of sabotage on the railway, one of which involved the use of explosives. Numerous pieces of evidence have been collected that will allow for the quick identification of those responsible for these incidents.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk called the damage to a section of the railway line on the Warsaw-Lublin route an act of sabotage. He arrived at the scene of the incident, which occurred on November 16.
In Poland, a section of the track on the line leading to the Polish-Ukrainian border has been damaged. Prime Minister Tusk did not rule out sabotage, and the services are conducting an investigation.