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Hungary and Poland provide model for Israel’s assault on judiciary

Benjamin Netanyahu’s actions remind many of first steps taken by ‘illiberal’ governments in Budapest and Warsaw

The Guardian - UK · Apr 16, 2023

Warsaw Ghetto uprising survivor honored on 80th anniversary

Tova Gutstein was 10 years old when the Jews of the Warsaw Ghetto launched an uprising against the Nazis

The Independent UK · Apr 14, 2023

Ukrainian forces cling onto besieged city, China pressed to help end war

Ukrainian and Russian forces battled in Bakhmut, the devastated eastern city which has become a symbol of Kyiv's defiance, while seven civilians were reported killed by Ukrainian artillery strikes in Russian-controlled areas.

Reuters · Apr 6, 2023

Poland marches defend John Paul II from abuse cover-up claim

Thousands of Poles have joined marches in Warsaw and other cities in defense of the late pope, St. John Paul II

The Independent UK · Apr 2, 2023

Poles march to defend Pope John Paul II against abuse cover-up accusations

Thousands of Poles marched through Warsaw and other cities on Sunday to show their support for the late Pope John Paul II in the face of what they said were false allegations that he concealed child abuse in the Catholic Church.

Reuters · Apr 2, 2023

Belarus to face more sanctions over nuclear arms plan, Poland says

Belarus will certainly face further European sanctions due to a Russian plan to station tactical nuclear weapons in the country, Poland's prime minister said on Tuesday, as tensions between Warsaw and Minsk hit new highs.

Reuters · Mar 28, 2023

Belarus accuses Poland of causing long delays at EU border

Belarus on Monday accused Poland of causing long delays at its border with the European Union by slowing the movement of trucks, alleging that Warsaw was failing to implement bilateral agreements.

Reuters · Mar 27, 2023

Heroes of the ghetto: When Poland’s Jews fought back

As the 80th anniversary of the uprising in Warsaw approaches, Mark Brown speaks with Holocaust educationalist Professor Henry Maitles

The National (Scotland) · Mar 26, 2023

Polish coal miners protest EU methane reduction regulations

Polish coal miners angered by a European Union directive to reduce methane emissions have protested noisily in front of the EU office in Warsaw, saying it will deprive them of their jobs

The Independent UK · Mar 24, 2023

Prince William delights royal fans after being spotted dining out at ‘queer-friendly’ restaurant in Poland

The royal ordered a £7.50 pulled pork sandwich as he dined with Kensington Palace staff at the Warsaw restaurant

The Independent UK · Mar 24, 2023