“This is another step in the great modernisation of the Polish armed forces,” says Poland’s defence minister.
Defence
Poland requests “escape clause” from EU fiscal rules to boost defence spending
It is the third member state to take advantage of the newly introduced measure, alongside Germany and Greece.
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Poland charges nine people suspected of sabotage on behalf of Russia
They are responsible for acts included beatings and arson, said Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
Leaders to present details of “iron dome” air defence system for Europe in coming days, says Tusk
The European Investment Bank will provide €300m for Polish satellites that would be part of the system.
Poland boosts security spending amid concern over Russian covert activities
In recent weeks, Poland has “thwarted planned attempts at direct action, including sabotage and attempted arson”, said Donald Tusk.
Tusk pledges further “fortification” of Belarus border amid “hybrid war of illegal migration”
Film director Agnieszka Holland accused Tusk’s government of continuing the “inhuman rhetoric” of its predecessor.
Russian hackers target Polish government bodies
NASK, a Polish state research institute, has identified attempted attacks by Fancy Bear, a Russian hacking group working on behalf of the Kremlin.
Poland launches “Education with the Military” scheme to teach children emergency preparedness
“From nurseries to senior citizens, everyone must be ready for different challenges,” says the defence minister.
Tusk and von der Leyen call for Europe to boost defence spending
“If we will be strong, we will be safe,” said Tusk.
Listening devices found in Polish government meeting room
The cabinet is meeting in Katowice, where Donald Tusk and Ursula von der Leyen are separately due to speak at the European Economic Congress.
Foreign minister criticises president for declaring Poland’s willingness to host US nuclear weapons
“I have asked the president not to discuss such delicate and secret matters in public, because it does not help Poland.”
Poland signs $1.6 billion deal with South Korea for rocket artillery launchers
Most of the systems will be built in Poland itself.
Poland offers to help Ukraine bring back draft-age men to serve in war
“Grievances against those leaving the country to avoid being drafted are justified,” says Poland’s defence minister.
“Poland ready to host nuclear weapons,” declares president, prompting response from Moscow
The Kremlin says it is “analysing the situation” and will “take all necessary steps to ensure our security”.
