Only 35% of Poles now say they trust the church, down from 58% in 2016.
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Poland to introduce “military training for every adult male”
“It must become a habit, a tradition, that every healthy man in Poland should want to train to defend the homeland,” said Donald Tusk.
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Poland unveils new defence law to counter hybrid threats and “Russia’s imperial ambitions”
The new “law on homeland defence” will boost military spending and increase the size of the armed forces.
Poland drops purchase of “mobile field altars” for army following criticism
Each set was to include a liturgical vestment in camouflage colours,
To retain its security, Poland must fight for a democratically balanced Europe
Sławomir Dębski
The weakening of US leadership could have huge consequences for Poland, one of the biggest beneficiaries of Pax Americana.
International campaign on “how Poles brought freedom to western Europe” to launch
The project will be run by the state Institute of National Remembrance (IPN).
Trade unions warn $6bn purchase of US tanks could cost thousands of Polish jobs
The deal is the biggest in the Polish army’s history.
Polish president visits Turkey to seal military deals with “strongest ally” in region
Poland is the first NATO country to buy Turkish-made Bayraktar TB2 drones.
Thousands of fines for Covid violations issued in Poland over Easter as soldiers help police
Almost 5,000 fines were issued on Sunday alone, while restaurants and gyms were found operating in defiance of restrictions.
Poland doubles number of women in armed forces in six years
Women now comprise 7.5% of all soldiers.
Poland’s first foundation for women in armed forces aims to tackle sexual harassment
The founders – two former military officers – say the authorities currently seek to sweep complaints under the carpet.
Polish soldiers occupy chapel on Czech side of border in “misunderstanding”
The soldiers set up a checkpoint outside the chapel and barred visitors from entering.
Police issue thousands of fines for violating coronavirus restrictions over Easter in Poland
Some have criticised Poland’s coronavirus restrictions for vague wording and inconsistent enforcement.
