Exhumations of Volyn massacre Polish victims begin in western Ukraine
This is the first such exhumation since 2017, when Ukraine imposed a moratorium in response to the destruction of Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA) memorials in Poland.
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Poland-Belarus border crossings to remain closed, Polish official says
"As long as Belarus behaves this way towards (Poland), I do not see any possibility that anything will change in this area," Polish Interior Minister Tomasz Semoniak said.
Lithuania to strengthen border infrastructure amid security concerns, Politico reports
Lithuania will upgrade and fortify a second route through the Suwałki Gap, a strategically critical stretch of land along the Polish border viewed as one of the most likely targets for a future Russian attack on NATO.
Duda dismisses threats against Poland, Baltics as Russian disinformation
"Russia, which is behaving aggressively towards NATO and implementing its brutal and bloodthirsty imperialism, has been attacking Ukraine for three years," Polish President Andrzej Duda said.
'First to suffer' — Russia singles out Poland, Baltics in threat to NATO
These countries have shown "high aggressiveness" towards Russia and are "constantly rattling their weapons," Russia's Foreign Intelligence Director Sergey Naryshkin said on April 15.
Poland, Czechia reportedly push to restrict Russian diplomats' movement in Schengen
The proposal calls for limiting Russian diplomats to their consular districts, a restriction already implemented in Poland.
Polish FM criticizes Hungary's stance on Russia, accuses it of lacking 'moral clarity'
Poland’s Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski criticized Hungary on April 14 for being the only EU member state lacking "moral clarity" on Russia’s war against Ukraine.
Russia 'mocking' US ceasefire efforts by attacks on Sumy, Kryvyi Rih, Polish FM says
"Ukraine unconditionally agreed to a ceasefire over a month ago. The heinous attacks on Kryvyi Rih and Sumy are Russia's mocking answer," Poland’s Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said.
US to relocate troops, equipment from key Ukraine aid hub in Poland
"The important work of facilitating military aid to Ukraine via Jasionka will continue under Polish and NATO leadership, supported by a streamlined U.S. military footprint," the statement reads.
'Increasing brutality' reported as Poland-Belarus border crisis escalates
Warsaw has also for several years accused Belarus of deliberately pushing migrants into Poland in order to pressure the EU over sanctions.
Russia's continued strikes on Ukraine show it seeks 'further war, not peace,' Poland says
The statement follows a devastating Russian missile attack on Kryvyi Rih which killed 20 people, including nine children.
Ukraine receives 5,000 more Starlink terminals from Poland, minister says
"Starlinks will help residents of the front-line territories to stay in touch: call relatives, call emergency services, read the news. Due to attacks and destruction of base stations in the de-occupied territories, regular communication is unavailable," Digital Transformation Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said.
Poland detains Ukrainian suspected of spying for Russia
The Ukrainian admitted to the charges, saying he worked for Russia for ideological reasons.
Poland signs $2 billion air defense deal with US
The contract includes the delivery of air defense equipment and logistical support for Patriot missile systems, the Polish Defense Ministry announced on March 31.
Weimar+ group pledges more aid to Ukraine, weighs new Russia sanctions
Foreign ministers from Spain, Germany, France, Italy, Britain, and Poland, along with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, called on Russia to agree to an "immediate and unconditional ceasefire on equal terms and with full implementation."
Poland may reinstate mandatory military service amid growing Russian threat
If Poland wants to sustain an adequate number of reserves, the return of mandatory military service is "inevitable," Operational Commander Maciej Klisz said.
Belarusian opposition group's chairwoman Melnikava reported missing
Anzhalika Melnikava, the speaker of the Belarusian Coordination Council, disappeared on March 25, and there has been no contact with her since, the council reported on March 28.
Poland can withstand invasion for 2 weeks before NATO steps in, security chief says
"I think, depending on how this fight goes, this defense can be carried out within a week or two at today's inventory levels," Dariusz Lukowski, head of Poland's National Security Bureau, said.
Polish right takes hard line on Ukraine ahead of presidential vote
With the Polish presidential elections just two months away, two of the country's leading right-wing candidates have become increasingly antagonistic toward Ukraine and its leadership. Kyiv can ill afford another hostile head of state among its key partners, as U.S. President Donald Trump's foreign policy shift has already thrown
Poland, Baltics to withdraw from anti-personnel mine ban treaty
The defense ministers of the four nations argued that the security situation in the region has "fundamentally deteriorated" and that military threats to NATO member states bordering Russia and Belarus have "significantly increased."
Putin should drop 'absurd demands' in peace talks with Trump, Polish Foreign Minister says
Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said on March 17 that it was his hope that U.S. President Donald Trump will get Russian President Vladimir Putin to abandon "some absurd demands" toward establishing a peace deal in Ukraine.
Lithuania suspects Russia behind arson attacks in Vilnius and Warsaw last year
The Lithuanian prosecutor’s office alleges that Russia's military intelligence formed a special group to carry out arson attacks across Lithuania, Poland, and Latvia.
Duda denounces Russia for 'imperial greed,' reiterates calls to deploy US nuclear weapons in Poland
"Ukraine must be sovereign and independent, because otherwise there will be no peace, it will only be the end of the war due to the occupation of Ukraine by Russia," Polish President Andrzej Duda said in a wide-ranging interview with the BBC published on March 15.
JD Vance says he would be 'shocked' if Trump agreed to station US nukes in Poland
Polish President Andrzej Duda has said such a move would be justified given Russia has deployed tactical nuclear weapons to Belarus.
Polish president urges US to deploy nuclear weapons in Poland
"The borders of NATO moved east in 1999, so 26 years later there should also be a shift of the NATO infrastructure east. For me, this is obvious," Polish President Andrzej Duda said.
Poland ready to receive American aid for Ukraine
Minister of National Defense Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz said Poland is ready to activate its Jasionka hub, maintaining full operational capabilities for American support.
Rubio, Musk clash with Polish FM over Starlink in Ukraine, accuse him of 'just making things up'
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Elon Musk sharply responded to Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski on March 9, dismissing Sikorski’s concerns about Starlink being cut off in the future, and urging him to be thankful for the assistance thus far.
Poland will seek alternatives if Musk cuts Ukraine's Starlink access, Sikorski says
"The ethics of threatening the victim of aggression apart, if SpaceX proves to be an unreliable provider we will be forced to look for other suppliers," Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski wrote.
Poland to introduce large-scale military training for all adult males, PM Tusk announces
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced plans on March 7 for large-scale military training for all adult men, to strengthen the country’s reserve forces.
Ukraine signs LNG deal with Poland’s Orlen amid Russian attacks
"Partnering with Orlen strengthens energy security, diversifies supply routes, and accelerates Ukraine's integration into the European gas market," said Roman Chumak, CEO of Naftogaz.
Poland, Lithuania signal openness to French nuclear deterrence for Europe
"This readiness of France, this is something very promising," Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk told reporters in Brussels on the sidelines of an EU summit. "We have to treat this proposal seriously."
Polish official warns of international crisis if US cuts Ukraine from Starlink
"I cannot imagine a situation in which a business relation between Poland and a U.S. company would be suddenly interrupted," Polish Deputy Prime Minister Krzysztof Gawkowski said.
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