This year has seen a renewed migration and security crisis on Poland’s border with Belarus.
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Cold winter weather could cause new wave of Ukrainian refugees, says Poland
Ukraine is struggling with growing damage to its energy infrastructure caused by Russian attacks.
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Polish restaurants change name of “Russian” dumplings to “Ukrainian”
Pierogi ruskie, one of Poland’s favourite dishes, have been renamed as pierogi ukraińskie in a show of solidary.
Poland to make it easier for Ukrainian refugees to work and receive child benefits
“We are preparing changes to the regulations that will allow for long-term support for Ukrainian citizens,” says a minister.
Indians attacked in Polish border town as police warn of “false information” about refugee crimes
Nationalist football hooligans have arrived in the town to campaign against non-white people being let into Poland.
Warsaw to seize Russian-claimed building and house Ukrainian refugees there
The apartment complex was built by the Soviets in the 1970s as a luxury residence for diplomats.
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.
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.
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.
Polish authorities prepare for potential influx of Ukrainian refugees
The interior ministry has previously said it is preparing for up to one million people fleeing potential conflict in Ukraine.
