This year has seen a renewed migration and security crisis on Poland’s border with Belarus.
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Polish president strips former priest of state order after sex abuse conviction
Krzysztof Kuryłowicz was last year convicted of sexually abusing a disabled person.
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Over 90% of Poles support accepting Ukrainian refugees and 64% say they will help personally
Recent days have already seen a flood of support from Polish society for Ukrainian refugees.
Special newspaper for Ukrainian refugees published in Poland
Poland’s biggest insurer is also offering free car insurance to Ukrainians.
Windows shake in east Poland after closest rocket strike so far to Ukraine border
Three explosions were heard in Poland as a target near Volodymyr, 15 kilometres from the border, was attacked.
Poland to lift Sunday trading ban in regions on Ukraine border
The government announced yesterday that shops may open to serve “the greater good”.
Poland condemns “fake news” that it is turning away non-white people fleeing Ukraine
“All who flee conflict have the same right to safe passage and the colour of their skin should make no difference,” says the Nigerian president’s spokesman.
Over 100,000 have fled to Poland from Ukraine since Russian invasion
“All refugees from Ukraine who need help will find it in Poland,” says the head of the Polish border guard.
As thousands flee Ukraine, others return from Poland to defend their homeland
“We can face Russia. We will fight for our country. One Ukrainian will be like 10 Russians,” said one.
Poland ready to treat thousands of wounded Ukrainians at its hospitals
The Polish authorities have also readied a medical train that can transport the wounded from the border.
Almost 30,000 people crossed from Ukraine to Poland yesterday, half declaring as refugees
Poland has also been helping facilitate the repatriation of third-country nationals – including Bangladeshis and Filipinos – from Ukraine.
Poland takes Russian TV stations off the air following Ukraine invasion
RT (formerly Russia Today) is among the channels removed.
Poland opens reception points for refugees from Ukraine
“We will show our Ukrainian brothers solidarity and support” during “these difficult times”, says Poland’s interior minister.
Thousands join farmers protest in Warsaw calling for more government support
They say the government has not done enough to protect them from inflation.
