The Latest Breaking News from Poland

Popyrin sets Davis Cup marker but shock loss for Demon

Alexei Popyrin has achieved a comeback victory over Kamil Majchrzak in Dubai after Alex de Minaur headed a trio of Australians making an early exit in Acapulco.

AAP · Feb 24

Poland’s FM Sikorski criticises Hungary’s Ukraine veto as 'escalation' that 'favours Putin'

Speaking to Europe Today, Poland's top diplomat accused Budapest of escalating its blockade of a €90bn Ukraine loan and Russia sanctions package, warning that Europe must act decisively as US support falters.

Euronews · Feb 24

Poland prepares to lay mines to defend eastern borders from Russian threat

Landmines could soon return to Polish soil, following Warsaw's decision to pull out of an international treaty banning their production and use. The government says the move is needed to strengthen Poland's borders with Russia and Belarus.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 23

Poland withdraws from treaty banning land mines amid Russia fears

Poland has officially left the Ottawa Convention

The Independent UK · Feb 20

Zelenskyy says ‘real opportunities to end war with dignity still exist’ - as it happened

German minister suggests a European version of the Five Eyes alliance with France, Germany, Italy, Poland and the UK

The Guardian - UK · Feb 20

How ‘smog capital of Poland’ saved 6,000 lives by cutting soot levels

Kraków’s ban on burning solid fuels plus subsidies for cleaner heating has led to clearer air and better health

The Guardian - UK · Feb 20

Russia tested NATO’s airspace 18 times in 2025 alone – a 200% surge that signals a dangerous shift

Russian aircraft, drones and missiles have violated NATO airspace dozens of times since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022.

The Conversation · Feb 19

Polish bishop on trial over alleged delays in reporting claims of child abuse by priests

A Polish bishop is facing trial for allegedly not immediately reporting child sex abuse claims against two priests under his supervision

The Independent UK · Feb 18

Poland surpasses 1 million registered guns as Poles continue to arm themselves

The number of legally owned firearms in Poland has passed the 1 million mark for the first time, according to the latest figures presented by Polish police.

Euronews · Feb 18

Austria wins gold in 1st Olympic men's super team ski jump as event is shortened due to weather

Austria has won the first Olympic men’s super team ski jumping event

The Independent UK · Feb 16