The Volhynia massacres, in which Ukrainian nationalists killed around 100,000 Poles, have long caused tensions between Warsaw and Kyiv.
Daniel Tilles
Polish president vetoes government’s reduction in health contributions by business owners
The ruling coalition has criticised the decision and argued it emphasises the importance of electing a more government-friendly president.
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Traffic lights on pavement installed to help “smartphone zombies” in Warsaw
They are the first such lights in Poland and the second in Europe.
Primary school pupils in Poland stage Auschwitz dance performance, including mock gassing
Children as young as seven acted as prisoners being gassed.
Polish cities and shops shun fireworks for New Year’s Eve to protect animals and environment
A growing number of Polish cities are avoiding fireworks displays, while a leading DIY store chain has stopped selling them.
Poland’s Sunday trading ban to expand from start of 2020
The Sunday trading ban introduced last year continues to be phased in.
Warsaw summons Russian ambassador in response to Putin blaming Poland for WW2
Russia’s president is attempting to reintroduce “Stalin’s historical narrative”, says the Polish foreign ministry.
“Ecologism is very dangerous and contrary to the Bible”, warns Polish archbishop
Archbishop Marek Jędraszewski warns the ecologism is part of a range of new movements that seek to “break with the entire Christian tradition”.
Polish hero who confronted London Bridge terrorist to be given top British honour
Łukasz Koczocik will be awarded either the George Cross or the Queen’s Gallantry Medal for his bravery in confronting terrorist Usman Khan.
Putin blames Poland for WWII and says Soviet occupation “saved lives”
The Polish government has accused Putin of reviving “Stalinist propaganda”.
Polański complains he has been “lynched half my life” over sex abuse case
The Polish-French director claims that he, his victim and her mother “have atoned for this matter”.
Polish parliament votes through controversial bill to “muzzle” judges
The ruling party says that the new disciplinary measures are necessary to stop judges “undermining” the legal system.
Poland prepares new tax on sugary drinks, alcohol and dietary supplements
The aim is to “promote healthy consumer choices” and “use fiscal policy as a tool to combat overweightness and obesity”.
No, Nigel, Poland isn’t about to follow Britain out of the EU – at least not in the way you hope
Daniel Tilles
Is the talk of “Polexit”, including from Farage and Tusk, realistic?
