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Biden in Poland says US, allies ‘have Ukraine’s back’
Biden has addressed a cheering crowd of Polish citizens and Ukrainian refugees in Warsaw.
Woman claims she’s Madeleine McCann - shares ‘proof’ on social media
The 21-year-old shares photos she claims prove her likeness to the missing girl.
Obese 'kitty king' becomes top-rated attraction in Polish city
The fat feline has a flawless five-star rating on Google Maps.
Who is helping? The massive aid effort underway after Turkey quake
Engineers, soldiers, paramedics, search dogs & handlers on way as world pitches in.
Deadly wave of Russian attacks on Ukraine
Attacks came day after Germany and US said they would send powerful tanks to Ukraine.
US, Germany sending battle tanks to back Ukraine war effort
Western-designed tanks and unified move could be game changer, and increase Russian anger.
Officials sacked amid Ukraine corruption scandal
Shake-up "intended to calm Western partners" over aid and military support, analyst says.
Poland pushes for more tanks for Kyiv, will seek German consent
Poland needs the consent of Germany to send them to a non-Nato country.
Lawyers seek release of suspect in EU corruption scandal
EU assembly has halted work on files involving Qatar as it investigates bribery scandal.
Nazi camp secretary, 97, found guilty
The trial is the first of a woman in decades but may well be the last of a Nazi official.
Spoiler: The best Christmas markets are found here, not Germany
It's a little-known fact that Poland is home to incredible Christmas markets.
Police chief hurt as gift from Ukraine ‘accidentally’ explodes
Poland’s chief of police was injured when a grenade launcher exploded at the Warsaw HQ.
9 reasons Gdańsk should be on your travel wish list
This pretty Polish portside town has a dark and fascinating history.
Civilians flee Kherson again, as Zelenskyy, EU leaders meet over food security
It comes as Ukraine marks anniversary of Stalin-era famine, “Holodomor".
Polish leader briefed Russian pranksters after missile attack
Polish President thought he was talking to French President Emmanuel Macron.
Renewed shelling threatens Ukrainian nuclear plant
Several blasts have damaged the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant.
Editorial: Russia-Ukraine war influences shifting global landscape
OPINION: Cross-border incident once again raises the question of how the war will end.
‘Barbed wire curtain’ rises in Europe amid war in Ukraine
The Iron Curtain and Berlin Wall may have gone, but new barriers are going up.
‘Nightmare’ scenario: Kiwi journalist in Poland on WWIII fears sparked by missile strike
The world held its collective breath as a missile hit a base in Nato member state Poland
The fatal blast in Poland shows the heightened risk of escalation
New York Times: Hasty and inaccurate reactions from some countries was worrisome.
Poland, Nato say missile strike wasn’t a Russian attack, likely Ukraine air defence
Both say Ukraine likely launched Soviet-era projectile fending off Russia an air assault.
Ukraine's ambassador says Anzac effort could help rebuild Ukraine
Ambassador says Anzac spirit could help rebuild Ukraine, to benefit of NZ business.
Will Poland explosion trigger a Nato attack on Russia?
Analysts reveal what would need to happen to trigger a wider war across Europe.
Biden says 'unlikely' missile was launched from Russia after emergency G7 and Nato meeting
Poland has officially responded after stray Russian rockets hit a village.
‘Exceptionally serious’: Missile strike on NATO country could escalate conflict, analyst says
A NATO response would hinge on whether the missile strike was intentional, expert says.
Auschwitz hero’s son seeks millions for dad’s 1948 execution
Witold Pilecki's son is seeking millions in compensation from the Polish government.
Poland lays razor wire on border with Russia’s Kaliningrad
Government orders construction of a barrier to prevent another migration crisis.
'Deliberate actions': Footage of Russian gas pipeline leaks after explosions
Methane being released by the explosions will have a large environmental impact.
Four neighbouring countries to restrict Russian tourists
EU bloc countries are tightening their restrictions on travel for Russian nationals.
'I don't forgive': The survivor explaining the Holocaust on TikTok
Times: She survived the Auschwitz gas chamber. Now she's educating a new generation.
Poland begins to dismantle Soviet-era monument
Memorial an unwanted reminder of the power that Moscow once held over the country.
Poland: 'Huge' amounts of chemical waste dumped into river
Dead fish have been seen floating on the Oder's banks with huge amounts of chemical waste.
Poland-Belarus border wall: Migrants kept out, suffer abuse by guards
The Polish government characterises the wall as part of the fight against Russia.