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Poland remains a critical player in the geopolitical landscape surrounding Ukraine's NATO aspirations. Key Polish political figures, including Prime Minister Donald Tusk, stress that increased support for Ukraine and heightened pressure on Russia are paramount to ending the ongoing conflict. The nation faces challenges of Russian interference, with incidents like the interception of a Russian Su-24 bomber highlighting regional tensions. Polish presidential candidates are divided on Ukraine's NATO membership, with some ready to block the process. Meanwhile, Poland plans a 2026 conference for Ukraine's reconstruction. The emphasis on defense cooperation, sanctions against Russia, and securing Poland's borders against hybrid threats underline its strategic importance in maintaining regional stability.

What is Poland's stance on Ukraine joining NATO?

Poland's stance is divided. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk supports Ukraine's NATO membership as a security measure, while some presidential candidates oppose it. The discussions highlight a critical tension in Polish politics regarding regional security and alliances.

How does Poland respond to Russian military activities?

Poland actively monitors and intercepts threats, such as the recent interception of a Russian Su-24 bomber. The government emphasizes national defense and has announced plans to bolster border security against potential Russian threats and hybrid attacks.

How is Poland involved in peace efforts for Ukraine?

Poland engages in diplomatic discussions to enhance pressure on Russia. While it refrains from sending troops, it supports peacekeeping logistics, contributes to Ukraine's reconstruction efforts, and encourages regional dialogue to resolve the conflict.

What impact does Russia's actions have on Polish security?

Russia's actions, including suspected interference in Polish elections and military threats, prompt Poland to enhance its defense strategies and forge stronger ties with allies to deter threats and stabilize the region, reflecting its proactive security posture.

What is the significance of the US-Poland military hub for Ukraine?

The Jasionka Airport hub in Poland serves as a key logistical center for US military assistance to Ukraine. It ensures the steady flow of arms and supplies, playing a crucial role in supporting Ukraine's defense amid ongoing conflicts with Russia.

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Sejm expresses confidence in Tusk’s government Polish Sejm expresses confidence in Tusk’s government The Polish Sejm has expressed confidence in the government of Donald Tusk, who initiated the vote after the loss of the pro-government candidate Rafal Trzaskowski in the presidential election. 2 560 5

exhumation Ukraine allows Poland to exhume fallen soldiers at Zboiiska in Lviv - Ministry of Culture Ukraine has granted Poland permission to carry out exhumation work on Polish soldiers killed in 1939 and buried in the former village of Zboiiska, which is now part of Lviv. 2 052 15 Previously in trend: exhumation of Polish soldiers in Lviv region

refugees, border, men Ukrainian refugees generate 2.7% of Poland’s GDP and contribute to economic growth - UN Ukrainians in Poland have made a significant contribution to the country's economic growth and have not harmed the local labor market. 2 399 19 Previously in trend: Ukrainian refugees

Karol Nawrocki Poland’s newly elected president Nawrocki wants good relations with Orban Newly elected Polish President Karol Nawrocki said that Hungary is an important partner and he hopes for good relations with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. 2 718 32

Ukraine and Poland conduct "constructive historical dialogue" on exhumation of victims of Volyn tragedy Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine on decision of Polish Sejm on "genocide of OUN and UPA": Such unilateral steps do not contribute to achieving mutual understanding The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has stated that the decision of the Polish Sejm to establish 11 July as the Remembrance Day of the victims of the "genocide committed by the OUN and UPA" contradicts the spirit of good neighbourly relations. 5 669 83 Previously in trend: Poland creates remembrance day for "genocide of OUN and UPA"

Nawrocki voices expectations for future relations with Ukraine Nawrocki on relations with Ukraine: It is necessary to resolve urgent historical issues Poland's newly elected president, Karol Nawrocki, expressed hope for a continued partnership with Ukraine based on mutual respect and understanding. To do this, it is necessary to resolve "long-overdue historical issues." 7 552 92 Previously in trend: Presidential elections in Poland Poland and Ukraine relationship

Consequences of the attack on the Kyiv region on May 25, 2025 Only way to end war is to increase pressure on Russia - Poland on massive shelling of Ukraine The end of Russia's war against Ukraine is possible only if support for Ukraine increases and pressure on Moscow increases. 583 5 Previously in trend: Massive strike on May 25, 2025

Nawrocki and Trzaskowski argue about Ukraine at the debate Presidential debates in Poland: Nawrocki and Trzaskowski argue about Ukraine and Zelenskyy On the evening of May 23, during a televised debate between Polish presidential candidates Rafał Trzaskowski and Karol Nawrocki, one of the most pressing topics of discussion was Ukraine and its attitude. 10 228 40 Previously in trend: Ukraine’s NATO membership Presidential elections in Poland

Poland intercepts Russian Su-24 over Baltic Sea – what is known Poland intercepts Russian Su-24 bomber whose actions "posed threat" – Defense Minister Kosiniak-Kamysz On the evening of May 22, 2025, Polish fighter jets intercepted a Russian Su-24 bomber over the Baltic Sea in international airspace. 2 855 40 Previously in trend: Russian aircraft airspace violations

Tusk on Nawrocki’s statement Tusk on Nawrocki’s readiness to block Ukraine’s accession to NATO: Capitulation and division of Ukraine will be next Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk criticized the statement of Polish presidential candidate Karol Nawrocki about his readiness to block Ukraine's accession to NATO. 6 561 12

Russian shadow fleet ship maneuvers near cable between Poland and Sweden Tusk: Russian ’shadow fleet’ vessel made ’suspicious maneuvers’ near cable between Poland and Sweden Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that a vessel from the Russian "shadow fleet" had made "suspicious maneuvers" near a power cable connecting Poland and Sweden. 1 786 17 Previously in trend: Russia’s shadow fleet

Zelenskyy had a conversation with Tusk. What they talked about Zelenskyy had conversation with Tusk: they discussed steps towards peace and negotiations on EU membership President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a telephone conversation with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk. 382 6

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk Ukraine must join NATO – it’s matter of Poland’s security, not personal preferences, says Tusk Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has sharply criticized the country’s largest opposition party, Law and Justice (PiS), for what he called a sudden change in its position on Ukraine’s NATO aspirations. 2 493 10 Previously in trend: Anti-Ukrainian statements in Poland Presidential elections in Poland

Polish presidential candidate Karol Nawrocki Polish presidential candidate Nawrocki is ready to block Ukraine’s accession to NATO Polish presidential candidate Karol Nawrocki has declared his readiness to sign the declaration of the leader of the "Confederation" Slawomir Mencen, which prohibits sending Polish troops to Ukraine and blocks Kyiv's path to NATO. 8 268 38 Previously in trend: Anti-Ukrainian statements in Poland Ukraine’s NATO membership

China reacts to Ukraine-Russia talks Russia and Ukraine resumed direct negotiations, taking first step towards peace - Wang Yi Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held telephone conversations with his German and Polish counterparts Johann Wadephul and Radoslaw Sikorski to discuss the war in Ukraine. 2 194 23 Previously in trend: China on Ukraine Peace Negotiations

Russia may attack NATO. Bild provides details Putin may attack Lithuania or Poland if war in Ukraine ends - Bild The West fears that Russia may attack Poland or Lithuania if the war against Ukraine ends. 6 243 42 Previously in trend: Russia’s attack on NATO countries

attack on a bus in Bilopilla Russian attack on bus in Bilopilla immediately after talks reveals Kremlin’s true intentions - Polish Foreign Ministry Poland has expressed condolences to Ukraine over the attack by Russian troops on a bus in the Sumy region, which killed 9 people and injured 7 others. 1 098 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy region

Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski Poland will not send troops to Ukraine, but will help to secure air bridge and protect the border, - Sikorski Poland does not plan to send its troops to Ukraine, but will participate in supporting a possible peacekeeping operation through an air bridge, protecting the Rzeszow-Yasenka logistics hub, and guarding the border with Russia and Belarus. 820 11 Previously in trend: foreign peacekeepers

Kosiniak-Kamysz Kosiniak-Kamysz responds to Kellogg’s remarks on Polish troop deployment in Ukraine: Poland will not send its soldiers The Polish Ministry of Defense has denied any plans to deploy its troops to Ukraine as part of a peacekeeping mission. 3 181 46 Previously in trend: foreign peacekeepers

Donald Tusk Poland plans to hold conference on rebuilding Ukraine next year - Tusk Poland intends to hold a conference on the reconstruction of Ukraine in 2026 and will be active in projects for the post-war reconstruction of Ukraine. 676 12 Previously in trend: rebuilding Ukraine after the war

Blocking trucks at the border Ukraine urges Poland not to transfer domestic policy to interstate relations - Foreign Ministry Ukraine has called on Poland to prevent the domestic political situation before the presidential election from affecting relations between the two countries. 1 994 6 Previously in trend: Blockade on Polish border

Statement by the foreign ministers of Weimar+ Russia has shown no intention of making progress toward peace, must act without delay – statement by "Weimar+" foreign ministers The foreign ministers of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, the United Kingdom and the EU High Representative stressed that Russia must demonstrate its desire for peace without delay. 5 856 12 Previously in trend: Peace negotiations

border blockade Polish hauliers launch protest rally. Truck traffic restricted at Yahodyn–Dorohusk checkpoint – SBGS On May 12, 2025, Polish hauliers launched a protest rally. Truck traffic through the Yahodyn–Dorohusk border crossing has been restricted. 4 426 54 Previously in trend: Blockade on Polish border

Fire in a shopping center in Poland Poland accuses two Ukrainians of involvement in arson attack on shopping center in Warsaw Today, on May 12, 2025, the Polish prosecutor's office has indicted two Ukrainian citizens. They are suspected of involvement in the arson attack on a shopping center in Warsaw that took place a year ago. 4 951 23 Previously in trend: Russian subversions in EU

blocking border in Poland Today, Poles may start 4-month border blockade. Traffic through "Yahodyn-Dorohusk" checkpoint may be hampered, - SBGS The movement of trucks through the "Yahodyn-Dorohusk" checkpoint may be hampered by a protest on the Polish side. 3 369 39 Previously in trend: Blockade on Polish border

Sculpture of Khuilo in Poland Two-metre-high anti-war sculpture called "Kh#ilo" has been erected in Poland. VIDEO A two-metre-long anti-war sculpture "Kh#ilo" by Lithuanian artist Martynas Gaubas was installed in Poland. 16 732 37

Friedrich Merz Russia remains greatest threat to Euro-Atlantic security – Merz During his visit to Poland, newly appointed German Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasized that Russia remains the greatest threat to Europe. 743 5 Previously in trend: Merz’s visit to Poland

Szlapka Poland wants to agree on 17th package of sanctions against Russia by end of its EU presidency, - Minister Szlapka Poland wants to agree on the 17th package of sanctions against Russia by the end of its presidency in the European Union, which ends on June 30. 368 1 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia EU sanctions

Russia interferes with elections in Poland Poland is dealing with unprecedented attempt of Russian interference in presidential election, - Deputy Prime Minister Gawkowski Poland said that during the current presidential election, the country is facing an unprecedented attempt to interfere with Russia. 1 555 2 Previously in trend: Russia interfering elections in Poland russian cyberattacks

Exhumation of victims of Volyn tragedy in Ternopil region Exhumation of victims of Volyn tragedy in Ternopil region: remains of more than 42 people found. PHOTOS In the former village of Puzhnyky in the Ternopil region, the remains of 42 people were found at the site of exhumation work. 2 618 9 Previously in trend: exhumation of victims of Volyn tragedy

France and Poland deepen defense cooperation Signal to Putin and Trump: France and Poland deepen defense cooperation - Financial Times France and Poland intend to sign a large-scale agreement covering defense and economic issues, which is the latest step by European countries to deepen military ties amid Russian aggression and uncertainty about US security guarantees. 1 384 10 Previously in trend: Cooperation between France and Poland

Pro-Russian candidate for the Polish presidency Grzegorz Braun Pro-Russian Polish presidential candidate Braun tears down Ukrainian flag from city hall: police launch investigation. VIDEO Polish police are investigating the removal of a Ukrainian flag from the city hall building in Biała Podlaska, Lublin Voivodeship, during a rally held by pro-Russian Polish presidential candidate and Member of the European Parliament Grzegorz Braun. 9 220 39 Previously in trend: Anti-Ukrainian statements in Poland Vandalism of Ukrainian flags

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What to do during wartime. Instruction guides to be distributed in Poland Poland to distribute wartime instruction guides to citizens This autumn, residents of Poland will be provided with a handbook containing safety instructions in case of a military conflict or other threat. 1 539 37 Previously in trend: Poland is getting ready to war

Bus carrying Ukrainians overturned in Poland Bus carrying Ukrainians overturned near Warsaw airport: there are casualties. PHOTOS In the morning, two accidents occurred on the expressway near Warsaw Airport. 4 803 16 Previously in trend: Car Accident

Volyn tragedy Exhumation of victims of Volyn tragedy: first human remains found in Ternopil region The exhumation of the remains of Poles who died during the Volyn tragedy has recently begun on the territory of the former village of Puzhnyky in the Ternopil region. Experts have already found the first human remains. 3 438 20 Previously in trend: Volyn tragedy exhumation of victims of Volyn tragedy

Sikorsky spoke about aid to Ukraine Poland will not send peacekeepers to Ukraine, but will provide support to mission - Sikorski Poland does not plan to send its military contingent to Ukraine as part of a future peace agreement. 675 3 Previously in trend: foreign peacekeepers assistance to Ukraine from Poland

Duda Duda supports Poland’s access to France’s "nuclear umbrella" for protection against potential Russian threat Polish President Andrzej Duda stated that his country should seek protection under France’s nuclear deterrent in the face of a potential threat from Russia. 872 16 Previously in trend: Defence of Europe by France’s nuclear weapons US nuclear weapons in Poland

A Pole was sentenced to 5 years in prison in Ukraine. Details of the sentence Pole who was smuggling military-age men out of Ukraine has been sentenced to five years in prison – SBGS. PHOTO In Volyn, a 43-year-old resident of the Lublin Voivodeship of Poland, who smuggled military-age men out of Ukraine, was sentenced to 5 years in prison. 1 577 3 Previously in trend: Draft evaders smuggling across the border

Andrzej Duda Duda on Naryshkin’s statement: It is Russia that is acting aggressively toward NATO Polish President Andrzej Duda has responded to Russian Foreign Intelligence Service Director Sergei Naryshkin's threats against Poland and the Baltic states. 3 518 12

Russia threatens Poland and the Baltic States Naryshkin threatened Poland and Baltic States: they will be first to suffer Director of Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service Sergey Naryshkin said that Poland and the Baltic states, which he called "provocateurs," should realize that in the event of a possible NATO aggression against Russia and Belarus, they will be the first to be hit. 11 213 61

Four U.S. Army soldiers go missing during exercises in Lithuania US redeploys its military from key hub of aid to Ukraine in Poland - media The United States is redeploying its military forces and equipment from Poland's Jasionka Airport, which has served as the main logistics hub for military assistance to Ukraine since 2022. 19 515 93 Previously in trend: Military aid to Ukraine

Poland on negotiations with Russia US may make "historic mistake" in negotiations with Russia - Polish Prime Minister’s advisor Kowal Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk's adviser on Ukraine, Pawel Kowal, said that the United States could make a "historic mistake" if it recognizes Russian control over the occupied territories of Ukraine during negotiations with Russia. 3 264 35 Previously in trend: Peace negotiations

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Starlink Communication for military and critical infrastructure: Ukraine receives 5,000 more Starlink terminals from Poland. VIDEO Poland has provided Ukraine with another 5,000 Starlink terminals that will ensure uninterrupted communication in places where it is most needed - hospitals, schools, and critical infrastructure facilities. 797 5 Previously in trend: Starlink for Ukraine

spy, espionage Ukrainian spying for Russia: Polish Interior Ministry detains Ukrainian who was monitoring military facilities in Poland In Poland, officers of the Internal Security Agency detained a Ukrainian suspected of spying for Russia. 1 217 1 Previously in trend: spying in favor of Russia

Poland is preparing another package of military aid to Ukraine Poland is trying to persuade Hungary to open talks on Ukraine’s accession to EU, - Minister Szłapka The Polish presidency of the EU is negotiating with Hungary to open the first negotiation cluster on Ukraine's membership in the European Union in the first half of 2024. 925 7 Previously in trend: Ukraine’s Membership in the EU Hungary’s position on Ukraine’s EU membership

Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski Best guarantee of security for Ukraine is brave Ukrainian army, - Sikorski Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski believes that the best guarantee of Ukraine's security is its own Armed Forces, which will ensure security in the event of a ceasefire with Russia. 2 092 25 Previously in trend: Security guarantees for Ukraine