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First delivery of S. Korean heavy weapons comes to Poland

Polish President Andrzej Duda and the country's defense minister have taken delivery of a first shipment of tanks and howitzers from South Korea, hailing the swift implementation of a deal signed in the summer in the face of the war in neighboring Ukraine.

Security meeting overshadowed by Russia's war, ban on Lavrov

Europe’s largest security organization has opened a meeting in Poland strongly denouncing Russia’s war against Ukraine.

Surgeons work by flashlight as Ukraine power grid battered

Devastating Russian strikes in Ukraine have cut off power to many hospitals.

Deadly missile strike adds to Ukraine war fears in Poland

Since Russia invaded Ukraine more than eight months ago, Poland has aided its neighbor and millions of its refugees.

Poland, NATO say missile strike wasn't a Russian attack

NATO's chief and the president of Poland say there are no indications that a missile that fell on Polish farmland and killed two people was a deliberate attack.

Biden: 'Unlikely' missile that hit Poland fired from Russia

President Joe Biden says it was “unlikely” that a missile that killed two in NATO-ally Poland was fired from Russia.

Thousands join nationalist march on Polish Independence Day

Tens of thousands of people in Warsaw have marched peacefully in a yearly Independence Day march organized by Polish nationalist groups.

As Ukraine worries UN, some leaders rue what's pushed aside

In speech after speech, world leaders at the U.N. General Assembly are spotlighting Russia’s war in Ukraine.

At UN, Russia's war in Ukraine is both text and subtext

After two years of discourse dominated by the coronavirus pandemic, the war in Ukraine has taken center stage at this year’s U.N. General Assembly.

Queen's death both challenge and reprieve for new UK leader

British Prime Minister Liz Truss took office less than two weeks ago, impatient to set her stamp on government.

Jennifer Hudson, Sherri Shepherd part of daytime TV makeover

Daytime TV is is going through a “re-rack,” as one executive put it.

Poles mark 1944 uprising against Nazis; compare to Ukraine

Poles are marking the 78th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, a doomed revolt against Nazi German forces during World War II.

Poland, Israel improve ties as ambassador starts work

The Polish president says Poland and Israel have taken a step toward normalizing diplomatic ties as the Israeli ambassador officially presented his credentials in Warsaw.

Polish and Lithuanian leaders meet troops at NATO bottleneck

The presidents of NATO members Poland and Lithuania have voiced confidence that allied troops can fully safeguard a strategically vital corridor that links their countries, Concern over NATO’s ability to defend the so called Suwalki Gap, a 70-kilometer (43-mile) wedge joining Poland and Lithuania, has rocketed since Russia invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24.

Polish leader OKs judiciary law changes deemed insufficient

Polish President Andrzej Duda has signed into law regulations replacing the controversial body disciplining judges with a new accountability panel.

NATO's eastern nations want better protection from alliance

Nine NATO nations on the alliance’s eastern flank have held talks in Romania ahead of a key NATO summit later this month.

Live updates | Ukraine: Russia still attacking eastern city

Ukraine says its military continues to frustrate Russian attempts to take the fiercely contested eastern city of Sievierodonetsk.

EU chief: Poland's actions will decide when it gets funds

The European Commission chief says the disbursement of pandemic recovery funds to Poland depends on the government's ensuring of judicial independence.

Russian sentenced to life in Ukraine's 1st war crimes trial

A Russian soldier who pleaded guilty to killing a Ukrainian civilian was sentenced to life in prison.

Russia presses Donbas attacks as Polish leader praises Kyiv

Russia’s war with Ukraine isn’t confined to Ukraine’s east.

Poles need EU funds as they help Ukrainians, ambassador says

Ukraine's ambassador to neighboring Poland says his country is grateful for the welcome that Poles have given to millions of Ukrainians, but hopes the European Union will soon release billions of euros to Poland so that helping those fleeing the war does not come “at the cost of the Polish people.”.

Live updates | Zelenskyy: Russia should pay for destruction

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy devoted his nightly video address to Ukraine’s demand that Russia be held financially responsible for the damage its forces are inflicting on Ukraine.

Pelosi thanks Poland for Ukraine support, meets president

A top-level U.S. congressional delegation led by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has visited Warsaw to express gratitude to Poles for their humanitarian and other support for Ukraine.

Polish leader calls for Ukraine unity at Holocaust event

Polish President Andrzej Duda has denounced Russia’s war against Ukraine as he joined Holocaust survivors and people from around the world at an annual observance at the former site of Auschwitz.

Live updates | US set to send more military aid to Ukraine

President Joe Biden is set to announce plans to send additional military aid to help Ukraine fight back against the Russian invasion.

Russia's damaged Black Sea flagship sinks in latest setback

The flagship of Russia’s Black Sea fleet sank after it was heavily damaged in the latest setback for Moscow’s invasion.

Live Updates | Russia-Ukraine War

A U.N. task force is warning in a new report that Russia’s war against Ukraine threatens to devastate the economies of many developing countries that are now facing even higher food and energy costs and increasingly difficult financial conditions.

European leaders stream into Ukraine to show solidarity

U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer have joined a stream of European leaders showing their support for Ukraine.

Why this week's French elections matter to the wider world

With war singeing the European Union's eastern edge, French voters will make a choice in a presidential election that will have an impact beyond the country's borders.

Poland holds composer Penderecki's state funeral after delay

The ashes of Poland's award-winning composer and conductor Krzysztof Penderecki have been laid to rest in a state ceremony after a two-year delay.

Live updates: Support for Ukraine shown at Oscars

At the Academy Awards in Los Angles Sunday night, attendees expressed support for Ukraine by going silent for 30 seconds.

Biden sends subtle message to Polish leaders on democracy

President Joe Biden used his speech in Poland's capital to forcefully denounce Russia's Vladimir Putin, but Biden seemed to have a more subtle message for his Polish hosts.

Biden lashes at Putin, calls for Western resolve for freedom

President Joe Biden delivered a forceful and highly personal condemnation of Russia’s Vladimir Putin on Saturday, summoning a call for liberal democracy and a durable resolve among Western nations in the face of a brutal autocrat.

60 miles from Ukraine, Biden sees refugee crisis in Poland

Just 60 miles from the Ukrainian border, President Joe Biden paid tribute on Friday to Poland for giving refuge to more than 2 million Ukrainians who have fled their country since Russia’s invasion.

Biden visits Poland, a complex ally on Ukraine's doorstep

President Joe Biden’s visit to Poland as his final stop in Europe this week has given him a chance to underscore the U.S. commitment to protect a key NATO member on Ukraine’s doorstep.

Ukraine war drives US, EU deal to undercut Russian energy

U.S. President Joe Biden is offering a major expansion of natural gas shipments to Europe amid the risks from Russia’s war in Ukraine.

Biden pledges new Ukraine aid, warns Russia on chem weapons

U_S_ President Joe Biden says after meeting with NATO and G-7 leaders that more aid is being sent to Ukraine and that a chemical attack by Russia “would trigger a response in kind.”.

Biden seeks new sanctions, help for Ukrainians in Europe

As war rages on in Ukraine, President Joe Biden will huddle with key allies in Europe this week.

Biden to announce new Russia sanctions while in Brussels

White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan says President Joe Biden plans to announce new sanctions against Russia on Thursday while in Brussels.

In visit, Biden will thank Polish leader for refugee efforts

President Joe Biden will thank Poland’s president for the country’s efforts to shelter Ukrainian refugees as part of his trip this week to Europe as Russian forces bear down in a nearly-month old invasion.

US Senate approves resolution probing Putin for war crimes

The U.S. Senate has unanimously approved a resolution seeking investigations of Russian President Vladimir Putin and his regime for war crimes over the invasion of Ukraine.

Harris: US dedication to collective NATO defense 'ironclad'

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris says Washington’s dedication to the collective defense of NATO is “ironclad” amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the subsequent refugee crisis in eastern Europe.

Trudeau: Canada will take as many Ukraine refugees as it can

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says his country will take as many refugees fleeing war in Ukraine “as we can.”.

US VP Harris embraces call for war crimes probe of Russia

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris is embracing calls for an international war crimes investigation of Russia over its invasion of Ukraine and the bombing of civilians, including a maternity hospital.

Sorting fact, disinformation amid Russian war on Ukraine

Associated Press journalists are documenting military activity across Ukraine, where disinformation is spiking during a Russian ground and air offensive.

NATO chief sees no need to change nuclear alert level

NATO’s chief says the alliance sees no need to change its nuclear weapons alert level, despite Russia’s threats on such weapons.

Boris Johnson's woes overshadow trip to ease Ukraine crisis

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson hasn't been able to escape his domestic woes during a trip to Belgium and Poland aimed at increasing pressure on Russia over its troop buildup near Ukraine.

British envoy in Moscow to try to ease Ukraine crisis

Britain’s top diplomat has arrived in Moscow to try to defuse tensions raised by Russia’s military buildup near Ukraine.

Ukraine-Russia crisis: What to know about the fears of war

A new day of high-stakes diplomacy beckons as European leaders try to reinvigorate stalled peace talks between Russia and Ukraine.

Xi meets Poland, Pakistan leaders in Olympic diplomacy

Chinese President Xi Jinping has met with leaders from Poland and Pakistan in a flurry of diplomacy on the sidelines of the Beijing Winter Olympic Games.

In opening of Winter Olympics, chances at politicking abound

For all the talk of a diplomatic boycott, Chinese leader Xi Jinping has managed to attract a globe-spanning roster of presidents, royals and other dignitaries to the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympics.

Russia announces sweeping naval drills amid Ukraine tensions

Russia has announced sweeping naval drills in several parts of the world this month, and claims the West is plotting “provocations” in neighboring Ukraine where the Kremlin has been accused of planning aggressive military action.

Polish president vetoes media bill that targeted US company

Poland’s president says he has decided to veto a media bill that would have forced U.S. company Discovery to give up its controlling share of Polish television network TVN.

Poland, Lithuania back Ukraine, urge Russia sanctions

Poland and Lithuania have joined Ukraine to urge stronger Western sanctions against Moscow amid a Russian troops buildup near the Ukrainian border that fueled fears of an invasion.

Poles protest across the country to defend media freedom

Poles flocked to city centers across the country to defend a U.S.-owned television network that is being targeted by the right-wing government.

Biden says hard work ahead to bolster democracies

President Joe Biden has wrapped up his two-day democracy summit, an event that was more about starting a global conversation about how best to halt backsliding than producing immediate results or expanding democracy’s reach.

Polish lawmakers OK anti-migrant wall on Belarus border

Poland's lawmakers have approved the speedy construction of a $402 million barrier on the European Union member's border with Belarus to stop the increasing flow of migrants.

Belgium warns Poland "not to play with fire" over EU dispute

European Union founding member Belgium warned Poland on Wednesday not to treat the EU like “a cash machine” to boost its economic fortunes while disregarding its democratic and rule of law principles at will.

Belarus opposition leader warns of border migration crisis

Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has called for the global community to stop a “humanitarian catastrophe” which she said is being created by the Belarusian regime as it facilitates largescale migration into the European Union.

COVID at the UN: One topic, used to make many points

Unsurprisingly, the coronavirus pandemic was THE talking point at the United Nations General Assembly this week — serving as projection, promotional tool and proxy for other pressing issues put forward by world leaders in their signature annual addresses.

Jewish leaders bury remains found in former Warsaw ghetto

Warsaw’s Jewish community has buried an unidentified Holocaust victim whose remains were discovered in a building that was within the Warsaw Ghetto during World War II.

Polish nun, cardinal who defied communism are beatified

Polish political leaders have attended the beatification of two revered figures of the Catholic church in a Warsaw church.

Merkel calls migrant push at EU's border 'unacceptable'

German Chancellor Angela Merkel says she finds it unacceptable that refugees are being used to apply pressure to Poland and other European Union members on the border with Belarus.

Polish Senate rejects media bill affecting US-owned company

Poland’s Senate voted has rejected a media bill seen as targeting a U.S.-owned television network’s ability to keep broadcasting independent news.

EXPLAINER: Why Poland declared state of emergency at border

Polish President Andrzej Duda has declared a state of emergency in areas along Poland's border with Belarus.

Moldova marks 30 years of independence from Soviet rule

Moldova’s pro-Western president has been joined in the capital Chisinau by her counterparts from Romania, Poland, and Ukraine to celebrate the country’s three decades of independence from Soviet rule.

Poland keeps ambassador at home amid dispute with Israel

Poland’s government says its ambassador to Israel will remain in Poland until further notice.

Israel condemns Poland restitution law, recalls top diplomat

Israel is condemning Poland’s approval of a law that restricts the rights of former Polish property owners, including Holocaust survivors and their descendants, to reclaim property seized by the country’s former communist regime.

Germany's Laschet attends WWII revolt observances in Poland

Germany's center-right candidate to replace Angela Merkel as chancellor in the country's September election says he feels “deep shame and humility” over Nazi Germany's “crimes” against the Poles during World War II.

Poland's president sees need for law change after EU censure

Poland's president says he sees the need for changes to the law on disciplining judges that has been criticized by the European Union.

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