“We have a large army – the third largest in NATO in terms of numbers – but we must also have a resilient society,” says the defence minister.
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Polish government approves tough new migration and asylum rules to “take back control” of borders
The measures include allowing the government to temporarily suspend the right to claim asylum.
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Poland tightens security at Ukraine hub airport over Russian sabotage threat
“We are facing a foreign state that is conducting hostile action on Polish territory,” says the interior minister.
President rejects government’s move to replace Poland’s NATO ambassador
Andrzej Duda accused the government of violating procedures and endangering Poland’s preparation for an upcoming NATO summit.
Polish PM Tusk establishes commission to investigate Russian influence
The opposition claims that it is in fact Tusk and those around him who “cooperated with Russia against Poland”.
Russia “likely” behind fire that destroyed Warsaw shopping centre, says Tusk
But he added that investigations are still ongoing.
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.
