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Additional US troops arrive in Poland amid Ukraine tensions

The 1,700 US soldiers sent to Poland will operate in the country's eastern-southern part, according to the Polish Defence Ministry

Polish FM tests positive for Covid, cancels visit to Spain, Malta

Polish Foreign Minister Zbigniew Rau cancelled his visits to Spain and Malta, as he contracted COVID-19, Foreign Ministry spokesman Lukasz Jasina said."Due to receiving a positive SARS-CoV-2 test, Minister of Foreign Affairs @RauZbigniew has cancelled his visits to Spain and Malta," Jasina wrote on Twitter."Minister Rau will be fulfilling his duties in accordance with procedures for this type of situation," the spokesman said.Jasina said Rau had received three vaccine shots and felt well.According to official statistics, since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, the number of relevant deaths in Poland has exceeded 100,000. The total number of COVID-19 cases has topped 4.2 million.

Poland hit by Covid 5th wave, minister says cases could hit record level

Poland's Health Minister Adam Niedzielski has said that the fifth wave of the Covid-19 pandemic has come to the country, warning that infections could soon hit record levels.

EAM S Jaishankar speaks with counterparts from Poland and Portugal

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday spoke to his counterparts from Poland and Portugal, focusing on ways to expand overall bilateral cooperation. After the phone talks with Polish Foreign Minister Zbigniew Rau, Jaishankar said the focus was on the importance of more political exchanges, expanded trade and smoother travel. "A comprehensive review of ties today with FM @RauZbigniew of Poland. Agreed on the importance of more political exchanges, expanded trade, smoother travel and regional consultations," he tweeted. "Look forward to welcoming him in India soon," Jaishankar added. Following his talks with Portuguese foreign minister Augusto Santos Silva, Jaishankar said India counts on Portugal's strong support for expanding its relations with Europe. "Called my friend FM Augusto Santos Silva of Portugal. Discussed the Covid situation. The India-EU Leaders' Meeting in Porto and Migration & Mobility Agreement with Portugal were landmarks in 2021," the external affairs .

Poland beats Argentina to secure semifinal spot at ATP Cup

Hubert Hurkacz beat Diego Schwartzman 6-1, 6-4 to secure Poland's victory over Argentina on Wednesday and a spot in the ATP Cup semifinals

Spain, Poland, Argentina win 2nd consecutive matches at ATP Cup

The four group winners in the 16-team tournament advance to the semifinals on Friday and Saturday, with the winners meeting in the final on Sunday

US discusses 'Russia's military build-up near Ukraine' with Poland

US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan had a telephonic conversation with Poland's National Security Bureau Chief Pawel Soloch and Head of the International Policy Bureau Jakub Kumoch.

European Union launches legal action against Poland over court rulings

The European Union (EU) is to take legal action against Poland for violating EU law and compromising judicial independence, its executive has announced.

Poles protest across nation for media freedom, defending US-owned channel

Poles flocked to city centres across the country Sunday to defend a US-owned television network that is being targeted by the country's right-wing government

Centre okays India, Poland treaty over legal assistance in criminal matters

It will enhance capability and effectiveness of both countries in investigation and prosecution of crimes, including crimes related to terrorism through mutual legal assistance

Poland allows journalists access to restricted border area with Belarus

The Polish government has announced that it will reopen a 3-kilometre restricted zone in the border area with Belarus for journalists.

High-flying India thrash Poland 8-2 to set up quarterfinal against Belgium

Sanjay Kumar, Araijeet Singh Hundal and Sudeep Chirmako scored a brace each as defending champions India trounced Poland 8-2 to qualify for the quarterfinals of the FIH Men's Junior Hockey World Cup

Jr Hockey WC: India face Poland in must-win match to keep title hopes alive

The Indians, one of the pre-tournament favourites, were given a rude shock in their opener when France stunned them 5-4.

EU nations, US, UK call for strong reaction to Belarus-Poland border crisis

Four EU member states, the UK, the US, and Albania, have called for a strong international reaction to the Belarusian activities regarding the migration crisis on the border with Poland.

EU says war rhetoric unacceptable after Polish PM's comment

The European Union's executive told Poland Monday that there is no place for rhetoric referring to war among EU partners

Poland government passes contentious media law; defies US and EU

Parliament's lower chamber voted 228-216 late on Wednesday to approve the legislation, which ostensibly is designed to protect broadcasters from non-European takeovers

Chennaiyin FC sign experienced Polish midfielder Ariel Borysiuk

Chennaiyin FC (CFC) have signed former Bundesliga midfielder Ariel Borysiuk on a one-year deal ahead of 2021/22 Indian Super League (ISL) season.

Wojciech Nowicki wins hammer throw gold for Poland at Tokyo Olympics

Wojciech Nowicki of Poland finally has a gold medal after winning the men's hammer throw. The 32-year-old Nowicki led from the first round and improved with each of his first three attempts to reach a personal best 82.52 meters, the winning mark. He was a bronze medalist at the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro and won bronze medals at three world championships. Eivind Henriksen of Norway set a national record with a 81.58 throw in the fifth round and finished with the silver medal. Four-time world champion Pawel Fajdek of Poland took bronze with a mark of 81.53.

Democratic standards in EU under threat in Poland, Hungary, says commission

Democratic standards in the European Union are eroding in several member countries, particularly in Hungary and Poland where judicial independence is under threat

Euro 2020 round of 16 qualification scenarios for Portugal, Germany, Spain

In Group E, Spain, Slovakia, and Poland will be vying for the last remaining spots, while Group F, the fate of Germany, Portugal, and Hungary will be decided. Check Euro Cup 2021 today's matches