Sertaç Aktan is a journalist based in Brussel, Belgium.

A Russian missile fired at Ukraine entered the airspace of NATO member Poland

29 Dec 2023  |  tr.euronews.com  |  Turkish  |  Military

A Russian missile fired at Ukraine entered Polish airspace during a heavy overnight attack by Russia on Ukraine. General Maciej Klisz of the Polish Armed Forces stated that the missile likely left Polish airspace after less than three minutes. The incident follows previous occurrences of missiles entering Polish territory, raising concerns about the war in Ukraine crossing borders. Polish authorities, including Prime Minister Donald Tusk, are investigating the incident, which saw the missile travel 40 kilometers in Polish airspace without any action taken.

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I am journalist based in Warsaw, Poland.
Over 25 of experience in media. I wrote for newspapers (Gazeta Wyborcza, Rzeczpospolia), magazines (PRESS, SENS, Slużba Zdrowia, websites/ online media (OKO.press) and others. 
In last years mostly I write for OKO.press - polish well know online media team ...

Was he too good a soldier? Ukrainian with Polish citizenship wants to go to war, Ministry of National Defense disagrees

03 Nov 2024  |  oko.press  |  Polish  |  Citizenship Issues

Oleg, a Ukrainian with Polish citizenship, faces a dilemma as he wishes to serve in the Ukrainian Armed Forces amidst the ongoing war. Despite fulfilling military obligations in Poland, the Ministry of National Defense has denied his request, citing potential conflicts with Polish interests. Oleg's personal history, including his ties to both countries and his military service, highlights the complexities of dual citizenship during wartime. The article explores the bureaucratic hurdles and emotional challenges Oleg faces, as well as the broader implications for individuals in similar situations.

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Juliette Bretan is a journalist, covering Polish and CEE current affairs, society, environment and culture.

Poland’s first foundation for women in armed forces aims to tackle sexual harassment

09 Oct 2020  |  notesfrompoland.com  |  English  |  Women's Rights

Poland's first foundation supporting women in the armed forces, SayStop Foundation, has been established by former officers Katarzyna Kozłowska and Joanna Jałocha to address sexual harassment and discrimination. The foundation aims to create independent oversight for abuse cases, citing inadequate handling and lack of transparency by military authorities. The foundation plans to model its procedures on the US military and collaborate with NGOs like Protect Our Defenders and Blue Line to provide support for victims.

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Piotr Drabik - journalist with more than 10 years’ experience in media - in newspaper (“Dziennik Polski”), news television (TVN24), and radio (Radio ZET). Now he's working in RadioZET.pl, where I’m a part of the news team, and I'm a managing editor of a weekend online magazine. Moreover, from ...

We must be prepared for various scenarios. The military has raised the state of readiness

06 Oct 2023  |  wiadomosci.radiozet.pl  |  Polish  |  Airspace Violation

An unidentified object violated Polish airspace, confirmed by the Operational Command of the Armed Forces. The object, reportedly a missile from Ukraine, landed near Wożuczyn-Cukrownia in the Lublin Voivodeship. All necessary procedures were undertaken to ensure airspace security. The incident prompted a response from the Minister of National Defence, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, and a scheduled urgent meeting involving President Andrzej Duda and military leadership.

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Alex Duval Smith is now in Dakar, Senegal. She is working for the BBC but happy to provide advice. 
 She is one of the most experienced journalists covering Africa, having reported from most countries on the continent in the past 15 years.

Nato countries begin largest war game in eastern Europe since cold war

06 Jun 2016  |  the Guardian  |  English  |  Eastern European security

NATO has commenced its largest military exercise in Eastern Europe since the Cold War, named Anaconda-2016, involving 31,000 troops from 24 countries, primarily in Poland. The exercise aims to demonstrate strength in response to Russian assertiveness, testing cooperation against military, chemical, and cyber threats. Concerns exist over potential miscalculations leading to conflict with Russia. The exercise precedes a NATO summit in Warsaw, where further troop deployments in Poland and the Baltic states are expected. Poland's military faces internal challenges, including leadership changes and the creation of a territorial army, amid concerns of government interference.

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Adam Easton has been the BBC correspondent in Warsaw since 2003. Before that he was the BBC correspondent in Caracas during the turbulent early years of the Chavez administration. Before that he was the correspondent for the Guardian newspaper in Manila. He got his start in local newspapers and ...

Poland says a Russian missile entered its airspace and then flew into Ukraine

29 Dec 2023  |  newsbeezer.com  |  English  |  Military Incidents

A Russian missile reportedly entered Polish airspace for nearly three minutes before returning to Ukraine, coinciding with Russia's largest air strikes on Ukraine since the war began. Polish President Andrzej Duda called an emergency meeting, and about 200 police officers searched the area for the missile. The incident prompted a response from Polish and NATO aircraft. The missile's origin and trajectory remain unconfirmed, with experts urging caution. The event has been used by Polish political figures to score points, reflecting ongoing tensions and security concerns in the region.

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Journalist since 2001, I've worked for almost all kind of medias: radio, print media (press-agencies, websites and magazines) and a lot of TV. Born in Italy, where I've spent a big part of my life, but with a very international background, I've studied one year in Toronto and spent two years in ...

Poland celebrates NATO troops: 'A deterrent against Russia'

13 Apr 2017  |  it.euronews.com  |  Italian  |  International Relations

Poland welcomes a predominantly U.S.-led NATO battalion as a deterrent against potential Russian aggression, a moment long awaited since World War II, according to President Andrzej Duda. Amidst deteriorating relations between Moscow and Washington, this move comes as the Polish Armed Forces face internal controversies, including a 90% turnover of senior staff and a contentious expansion to 150,000 personnel under Defense Minister Antoni Macierewicz, who also canceled a helicopter deal with Airbus and reduced Poland's Eurocorps participation.

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Linas Jegelevicius is a journalist based in Klaipeda, Lithuania, also available for work in capital city Vilnius and in Kaunas, Lithuania's second-largest city. Having spent 10 years in the US, Linas is proficient in English and as the proof of this is his current position as editor-in-chief of The ...

How Vilnius became the safest yet emptiest capital

10 Jul 2023  |  www.intellinews.com  |  English  |  Urban Planning

Vilnius, the Lithuanian capital, has transformed into the safest yet emptiest city ahead of the NATO summit on July 11-12, 2023. The event will host 48 foreign delegations, including US President Joe Biden, with extensive security measures involving 12,000 personnel from various forces. The city has undergone significant preparations, including infrastructure upgrades and strict security protocols, leading to disruptions for residents. The Lithuanian government faces criticism for high expenditures on event preparations, but President Gitanas Nauseda defends the costs, emphasizing the long-term benefits for Lithuania's international image.

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Malgosia Krakowska is a journalist based in Warsaw, Poland.

Malgosia reports news and insights on Poland to the world.  She is your country expert. 
She worked for the DW News, TRT World or Euronews. 
Malgosia speaks Dutch, English, Arabic (Masri) and modern Hebrew besides her native Polish.
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How Polish child refugees landed in India during World War II

25 Oct 2019  |  www.trtworld.com  |  English  |  Polish History

During World War II, Polish child refugee Andrzej Chendyski recounted his journey from Poland to a refugee camp in Valivade, India, after facing Soviet repression. Born in Lvov to a well-to-do family, Chendyski lost his mother and brother in Uzbekistan and was later cared for in an orphanage. Following an 'amnesty' by the Soviets, the Polish government in exile facilitated the evacuation of Polish deportees to Iran and India. India accepted nearly 15,000 Polish children, including Chendyski, who recalled the astonishment of the Hindus at seeing impoverished Polish refugees. The Valivade camp provided stability with its amenities, contrasting with the harsh conditions in Uzbekistan. Post-1945, many refugees chose not to return to Poland, opting for lives in Western countries. The article reflects on the historical patterns of Polish displacement and the contemporary refugee crisis, noting the erection of a memorial in Valivade in 2019.

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Zuza Nazaruk is a journalist based in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

The pollution could ‘exterminate nature’ in Poland’s unique nature reserves, and has spread into Germany. How did it happen?

16 Aug 2023  |  euronews  |  English  |  River Oder Pollution

The article by Zuza Nazaruk discusses the severe ecological disaster unfolding in Poland and Germany due to the pollution of the River Oder. Over 20 tonnes of dead fish, along with other wildlife, have been found, and the river is expected to take over a decade to recover. The source of the toxin remains unidentified, with initial suspicions of mesitylene and mercury, but high salinity is now also considered a potential cause. The Polish government has been criticized for its slow response, and the Polish Armed Forces have joined the cleanup efforts. The incident has strained Polish-German relations, with Germany accusing Poland of breaking international law by not promptly sharing information about the disaster. Scientists emphasize the resilience of nature, expressing hope that the river's ecosystem will eventually recover, albeit possibly in a different form.

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