Polish activists launch abortion pill locker to bypass near-total ban ‘AbortOmat’ in Warsaw offers novel way to challenge country’s restrictions and allow women swift and anonymous access to pill The Guardian - UK · Oct 4
How Putin is sowing chaos in Poland as Ukraine war spreads across Europe IN FOCUS: Poland accuses Russia of carrying out a coordinated and multi-faceted campaign of sabotage in a bid to deter Ukraine’s backers, writes James C. Reynolds The Independent UK · Sep 30
Sunday elections in Krakow yield two rival candidates for mayor. Does it reflect nationwide trends? In May, a grassroots initiative in Krakow led to a referendum that ousted the then mayor, Aleksander Miszalski which set a nationwide precedent. On Sunday, Krakow voted again and it is now clear who will face off in the second round. Euronews · Sep 28
Life in the village on the edge of Russia where locals fear the next hybrid attack Warnings of attacks on European countries supporting Ukraine The Independent UK · Sep 28
Poland is racing ahead with military spending – but will it help or damage its economic growth story? In the first article in a series on the Polish economy, we look at the country’s defence boom and its implications The Guardian - UK · Sep 27
Inside the real war games as Europe readies for an attack by Russia IN DEPTH: As warnings increase about a Russian attack on a NATO country, real-world war-games, whether played out around a conference table or on the ground as military exercises, are happening all the time. But the real danger is the potential for hysteria, fear and miscalculation to turn a shadow… The Independent UK · Sep 26
Zelenskyy Condemns 'Horrific Crime' After Ukrainian Man Accused of Deadly Polish Abbey Attack Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed condolences after a priest was killed and four others injured in a knife attack at a Benedictine abbey in Jarosław, Poland. International Business Times UK · Sep 25
Russia could widen Ukraine war, test NATO with covert attacks, Europe warns More than four years into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, a stagnant frontline and intensifying covert activity across Europe are fuelling concern that Moscow could widen the conflict beyond Ukraine. Western officials and European leaders are warning of sabotage, cyberattacks, drone incidents and possible tests of NATO’s resolve. The Economic Times · Sep 22
What spooked Europe last week? The rumbles of Russia war grow louder European nations now discuss potential Russian conflict in new terms. Intelligence suggests hybrid drone and missile strikes could target Ukraine supporters. Leaders are planning for sabotage and cyberattacks below traditional war thresholds. This shift reflects a fear of Russia exploiting grey areas between peace and war. European governments are building… The Economic Times · Sep 21
European spy chiefs warn Moscow is planning more decisive action against Nato Exclusive: Intelligence officers say Russian campaign could intensify ‘in months, not years’ – but that panic risks playing into Kremlin psy-ops The Guardian - UK · Sep 20
Latvia’s president warns that Europe is not up to date with drone and aerial warfare in Ukraine Edgars Rinkēvičs says drone warfare in Ukraine is moving at ‘lightning speed’ and efforts to prepare for an aerial war could be obsolete by next year The Guardian - US · Sep 18
Drones targeting UK military sites nearly every day as threat from Putin grows Exclusive: Stark figures intensify calls for the UK to prioritise national security as government accused of being ‘asleep’ to threats The Independent UK · Sep 18
Poland won’t give up ‘a single inch’ of territory says Tusk after warning over Russian drones Tusk warned that there is a ‘real risk’ that a drone or projectile could hit a Nato country The Independent UK · Sep 18
Euronews · Sep 18 Energy crunch and inflationary fears loom over EU finance talks Hello, this is Mared Gwyn holding the newsletter pen in Brussels. This morning: Eurozone finance ministers gather amid mounting economic pressures, and EU ambassadors make another push to break the Russia sanctions deadlock.
The Independent UK · Sep 18 Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kremlin vows response after Ukrainian drone strikes during Putin’s sham election Russia turns away independent European observers as critics say election does not tolerate genuine dissent
The Guardian - AU · Sep 18 Ukraine war briefing: Poland’s Tusk heads to Kyiv after warning of Russian strikes on Ukrainian allies Donald Tusk says Moscow will not enter peace talks without Ukraine’s ‘total capitulation’ and will try to inflict a ‘tragically critical’ winter. What we know on day 1,668
The Independent UK · Sep 17 Poland warns Russia is planning drone or rocket strikes on NATO territory Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warns that Russia is planning hybrid strikes with drones and rockets on European countries supporting Ukraine
Euronews · Sep 17 Tusk: intelligence sees Russian plan for drone strikes on Poland, allies Prime Minister Donald Tusk outlined in the Sejm the "most likely" scenario for the months ahead, warning of serious events and hybrid attacks on Poland and other Ukraine backers.
Euronews · Sep 17 Air raid siren sounded for residents of eastern Poland PM Donald Tusk cites a 'massive explosion' after a Russian strike in western Ukraine near the border.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 14 Russian strike on passenger train will not deter Ukraine’s backers, Nato chief says Mark Rutte says attack that narrowly missed Boris Johnson and David Petraeus shows Vladimir Putin’s desperation
The Independent UK · Sep 14 Poland pledges to strengthen security after drone strikes along border with Ukraine Poland has pledged increased security along its border with Ukraine
The Economic Times · Sep 13 Trump calls on Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian diesel, saying attacks are causing a shortage Ukrainian drones struck Russian oil facilities, causing civilian casualties and damage. Russia launched retaliatory drone attacks on Ukrainian cities, including Odesa. Former President Trump urged Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian diesel fuel. Russia stated it is open to restarting peace talks with Ukraine and the US. Both nations continue…
The Independent UK · Sep 11 Poland warns Russia likely to intensify provocations on Ukraine's borders with European countries Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has warned of potential intensified Russian provocations at Ukraine's border crossings with Europe
The Guardian - AU · Sep 11 Ukraine war briefing: Nato ‘foils Russian undersea cable sabotage drill’ Swindon drone factory was target of Russia plot involving British man, court hears; Poland says Ukraine border crossing came under threat. What we know on day 1,661