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Poland accelerates efforts to defend borders with Russia and Belarus

Poland's Prime Minister announced on Monday that the so-called "East Shield" project will begin construction by the end of this year.

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Ex-East German agent convicted of murder 50 years later

The trial, which lasted for over six months, largely relied on historical documents from the Stasi records archive and testimonies from three pensioners.

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Suspending right to asylum goes against EU law, Brussels tells Warsaw

Donald Tusk's plan to implement a "temporary territorial suspension of the right to asylum" has been met with disapproval in Brussels.

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Poland tightens entry rules after cash-for-visas scandal

An investigation found the country's former conservative government had pressured its consulates in Asia and Africa to issue Polish visas in exchange for cash, including to Russian nationals.

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Poland and Czech Republic condemn renewed border checks within EU

Germany and others say the reintroduction of border controls within the Schengen Area is a necessary measure to control irregular migration, but other countries are strongly opposed to the move.

Europe in Motion

Where are house prices rising fastest in the EU — and why?

The latest Eurostat data shows a steep rise in house prices in some eastern European countries, as well as a general growth across the bloc of 2.9%.

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Poland plans to further tighten rules on alcohol sales for under 18s

Alcoholic drinks remain popular in the eastern European country despite the criticism. Poland ranked as Europe's third biggest beer producer in 2023, according to a Eurostat. survey, with the country also being a large exporter of vodka.

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Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland want EU funds to beef up borders

Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Poland will seek EU funding to build a network of bunkers, barriers, distribution lines and military warehouses along their borders with Russia and Belarus, Estonia said.

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This Polish reservoir spared two cities from devastating floods

Some have suggested the reservoir should be named after famous Polish goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny.

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Polish town of Lewin Brzeski braces for dramatic flooding

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has pledged billions in recovery aid to help areas of central Europe that have battled severe flooding for days.

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Von der Leyen pledges billions for flood recovery in Central Europe

While in Wroclaw, Poland, the President of the European Commission announced billions in aid for countries affected by severe flooding - saying it was "heart-breaking to see the destruction and the devastation through the floods."

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Austrians struck by flooding reel from ruin left in its wake

Authorities have reported 23 deaths in Central Europe, as record rainfall has caused devastation to infrastructure in small towns.

Climate

Is climate change to blame for Central Europe’s catastrophic flooding?

The flooding has followed heavy rain and snow brought by Storm Boris over the weekend.

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Civil groups call on EU leaders to prioritise regional support funding

Central and eastern European countries are among the biggest beneficiaries of transition funds due to their historic dependency on the coal mining sector and heavy industries.

Ukraine

Ukraine boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk released from custody in Poland

It is not clear why one of Ukraine's most prominent sportsmen was detained at Krakow airport.

Economy

What is the economic impact of floods across Europe?

Central Europe is experiencing its biggest floods in decades, which is expected to cost billions in economic losses.

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Floods devastate Polish town of Stronie Śląskie

Severe floods have destroyed the town of Stronie Śląskie in southwest Poland, following the overflow of a nearby dam.

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Polish PM calls for EU relief funding as thousands forced to evacuate

Prime Minister Donald Tusk has declared a month-long state of natural disaster as Poland braces for further flooding.

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Mud, damage and displacement: Poland battles with severe flooding

Severe floods continue to affect parts of Central Europe, with some areas already past the peak and others still facing danger.

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Poland declares state of natural disaster in flood-hit regions

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said that the decision will facilitate evacuation efforts and speed up financial aid for the victims.