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Final Attempt Brings Silver: Mykhailo Kokhan Becomes Vice-Champion of the Silver Series Tournament in Poland
Ukrainian hammer thrower Mykhailo Kokhan won silver at the Silver Series tournament of the continental athletics tour in Poland, losing only to five-time world champion Pavol Fajdek.
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EU Prepares at Least €10 Billion for Joint Defence Projects with Ukraine: Mechanism and Warsaw's Reaction
The European Commission has confirmed its intention to channel at least €10 billion of SAFE programme residuals into joint defence projects with Ukraine. Poland expressed surprise: Warsaw had expected to use these funds for its own needs.
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Tusk: War of attrition against Ukraine's economy enters decisive phase — 'heavy months' ahead
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that the war aimed at exhausting Ukraine's economy is entering a decisive phase, and warned of heavy weeks ahead for Kyiv and its allies.
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“We May Lose Territory, but Not Our Soul”: Nawrocki’s Sharp Statement Sparks Conflict with Tusk Amid the Eastern Threat
Polish President Nawrocki stated that the nation “may lose territory, but not its soul,” which prompted a sharp reaction from Prime Minister Tusk, who rejected the idea of concessions. The statement was made against the backdrop of strikes near the border and the announcement of a U.S. military base in Poland.
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Lithuania approves evacuation plan for Vilnius residents: one of the routes leads to the Polish border
Lithuania has prepared an evacuation plan for Vilnius residents in the event of a military threat: one of the three routes is the border with Poland. Podlaskie Voivodeship has been included in the regional planning system.
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Tusk: Russia is preparing strikes on NATO's eastern flank under the guise of 'accidental incidents'
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned that during the autumn–winter period Russia may carry out drone and missile strikes on countries on NATO's eastern flank, classifying them as 'accidental incidents' in order to undermine the unity of the Alliance and devalue Article 5.
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Trump: location of US military base in Poland to be announced 'very soon'
Trump stated on Truth Social that there has been significant progress in establishing a US military base in Poland and promised to announce its location soon, thanking President Karol Nawrocki. Outlets disagree on the status of the agreement.
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US approves transfer of ten Patriot missiles from Germany worth $29.6 million
The U.S. State Department has approved the transfer to Ukraine of ten MIM-104E GEM-T interceptor missiles from Germany worth $29.6 million. Poland is simultaneously preparing its own package of Patriot munitions worth 50 million euros.
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Sikorski: Warsaw Preparing the 'Most Comprehensive' Aid Package for Ukraine and Will Not Be Intimidated by the Kremlin
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski stated that Warsaw is preparing the largest and most comprehensive military aid package for Ukraine in response to airspace violations and Kremlin pressure.
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Russian drone lands a few kilometers from the Polish border: Tusk reports powerful explosion near Dorohusk
A Russian jet-powered drone landed in Volyn a few kilometers from the Polish border, with a powerful explosion heard near Dorohusk. Tusk reported fighter jets being scrambled, while the military is clarifying the details.
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Sikorski Responds to Patrushev's Threats: Russia Has a Nuclear Advantage, But It Cannot Use It
Polish foreign minister Radosław Sikorski responded to Patrushev's threats to destroy the country "in 2–3 days": he acknowledged Russia's nuclear advantage but stated that Moscow cannot use it, as the war in Ukraine has shown.
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Ukraine learns its playoff opponent at the 2026 Volleyball Euro: who and when they will play
The Ukrainian men's volleyball team finished second in its group at Euro 2026 and will play Romania in the round of 16 on 20 September at 16:00 Kyiv time. All four head-to-head matches favor the Ukrainians.
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Belarus Conducts Four-Day Exercises Near the Suwałki Corridor: What Is Known About the Maneuvers Close to NATO Borders
From September 15–18, Belarus is holding four-day exercises near the borders with Poland and Lithuania, including ranges close to the Suwałki Corridor. Minsk claims the maneuvers are defensive in nature but has not disclosed the exact number of troops.
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Poland in shock: Brussels decides to hand billions from SAFE to Ukraine instead of EU member states
Poland is outraged by the European Commission's decision to direct unused SAFE programme funds to joint defence projects with Ukraine. Warsaw had expected to receive these billions for its own defence programmes.
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Minimum wage in Poland to rise to 4,950 zloty from 2027: what was decided after talks collapsed
The Polish government set the minimum wage for 2027 at 4,950 zloty gross, and the hourly rate at 32.30 zloty. The decision was taken after talks in the Social Dialogue Council broke down.
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"That's Where He Belongs": Sikorski Calls for Imprisoning Braun for Destroying a UPA Monument in Poland
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski called for the imprisonment of "Confederation" leader Grzegorz Braun, who, together with an accomplice, destroyed a memorial to UPA soldiers in the Lublin Voivodeship. The diplomat called the politician "a fascist and a criminal."
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