Poland shuts Russian consulate in Krakow over shopping mall arson

Sikorski, speaking as he arrived to a meeting of the Weimar-Plus group of ministers in London to discuss the Russia-Ukraine war, said: “An hour ago, I took the decision to close down the Russian consulate in Krakow. “This is because our justice ministry …

Poland to shut Russian consulate after blaming Kremlin spies for arson attack on Warsaw mall

Russia’s intelligence services were behind a blaze last year that destroyed one of Warsaw’s largest shopping centres, the Polish prime minister Donald Tusk announced on Sunday, as the Polish government moved to shut down a Russian consulate in retaliation. …

Poland closes Russian Consulate General in Krakow

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said the decision was based on evidence that Russian special services had sabotaged a shopping mall in Warsaw last year. On May 11, Polish authorities officially accused Russian special services of arson at the …

Moscow Calls Out Poland’s Decision To Shut Down Russian Consulate In Krakow

Moscow: Russia on Monday called out Poland for its decision to shut down the Russian Consulate General in the Polish city of Krakow, stating that it will adequately respond to the situation. “Warsaw deliberately seeks to ruin the relations by acting …

Poland closes Russian consulate in Krakow

WARSAW, May 12 (Xinhua) -- Poland's Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski announced on Monday the closure of the Russian consulate in Krakow, citing evidence that Russian intelligence services were behind a deliberate act of sabotage targeting a major …

Two thirds of Poles fear Poland’s existence threatened by other countries

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"Sculpting within the law': Where does Poland stand on abortion?

What’s the context? Although Poland could elect a liberal president on May 18, women say a change to the abortion law is unlikely despite years of protest. Election takes place May 18 Abortion rights activists disappointed by lack of action Tusk promised …

Poland closes Russian Consulate for sabotage

0 The government in Warsaw has closed the General Consulate of the Russian Federation in Krakow, accusing Moscow of sabotage by Russian secret services, IPN reports. The statement was made by the head of Polish diplomacy, Radosław Sikorski, in a post on …

Poland orders closure of Russian consulate in Krakow, citing arson attack

US Hands Second M1A2 Abrams Batch to Poland

The US has delivered additional M1A2 Abrams main battle tanks to Poland in support of a foreign military sale signed in 2022. The tranche includes 19 platforms built with the System Enhanced Package 3 configuration for improved combat, maneuverability, and …