In the first half of 2025, there were 15,500 attempted illegal crossings; this year the figure fell to 235.
Defence
Ukrainian teen indicted by Poland for working on behalf of Russia to stir historical tensions
The 18-year-old allegedly painted dozens of slogans glorying the UPA, which led the slaughter of Poles during WWII.
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Poland should “take advantage” of US troop withdrawal from Germany, says president’s chief of staff
The prime minister previously said he would not want to “undermine European solidarity” by “poaching” US troops from Germany.
Poland wants more US troops but not at Germany’s expense, says Tusk
His remarks have been strongly criticised by the opposition, who say that Tusk is prioritising Germany’s interests over Poland’s security.
Poland signs agreement to produce South Korean K2 tanks domestically
They will be the first tanks produced in Poland for almost two decades.
Poland and Belarus conduct prisoner swap, including Polish journalist Poczobut
The exchange was negotiated with the support of the United States.
Poland announces plans for “drone armada” to be developed with Ukrainian expertise
Prime Minister Donald Tusk pointed to the experience Ukraine has gained in defending itself from Russian aggression.
Poland receives agreement from EU for €44 billion in SAFE defence loans
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen singled out Poland as “an essential pillar of Europe’s security architecture”.
Polish president’s national security adviser quits over “brutal government interference” in his work
Sławomir Cenckiewicz says he will now focus on helping the opposition unseat the government at next year’s elections.
Macron hails “historic level” of Polish-French relations following Tusk visit
Tusk emphasised that the two countries “share precisely the same concerns regarding today’s geostrategic instability”.
Poland charges territorial soldier with espionage
According to a media investigation, the suspect was seeking to spy on behalf of Russia.
Polish state arms firm Mesko posts record sales amid surging demand for Piorun air defence systems
The firm says it “had never recorded such dynamic growth in its more than 100-year history”.
President’s security adviser wins legal battle with government over access to classified material
However, the security services say that the ruling will not automatically result in Sławomir Cenckiewicz regaining his clearance.
Poland and Japan announce comprehensive strategic partnership
The two countries aim to cooperate more closely on security, infrastructure, nuclear energy, artificial intelligence and agriculture.
