Poland was right to warn about Russia but Brussels refused to listen, claims former US ambassador to Poland
Georgette Mosbacher appeals to the world to heed Poland’s voice and says that Poland’s stance on helping Ukrainians should be rewarded with the Nobel Peace Prize
Scholz and Macron want supplicants not partners on Ukraine
Macron, Scholz, and Draghi did not take the Polish president or prime minister with them to Kyiv, not because Poland matters too little but because it has become too significant for the tastes of “old Europe,” argues Jacek Karnowski for portal wPolityce.pl
Former minister: Ukrainian grain must not stay in Poland
Former Agriculture Minister Jan Krzysztof Ardanowski, a Law and Justice MP, has said Polish agriculture could be ruined if Ukrainian grain stays in Poland and is sold on the domestic market rather than exported overseas
Ukraine in the EU? The considerable risk is an empty promise
The eventual accession of Ukraine to the European Union would have significant consequences for the member states, including shifting the political focus closer to the east of the bloc. It will be a long and complicated process in many areas, writes Jana Juzová, a researcher at the Europeum Institute.
As Ukraine inches closer to EU candidate status, Georgia asks, ‘What about us?’
“If anyone is entitled to candidate status, it is first and foremost Georgia, then Ukraine and Moldova,” said Georgian PM Irakli Garibashvili
What will be the EU leaders’ message for Ukraine?
The rapid decline of interest in the war will sooner or later be reflected in the actions of European politicians, warns Jerzy Haszczyński in Rzeczpospolita daily
Should Poland and Ukraine form a federal union? Many Polish conservatives are skeptical
While some may dream of a federal union between Ukraine and Poland, there are a number of arguments against such a proposal
Should Poland and Ukraine form a federal union? Many Polish conservatives are skeptical
While some may dream of a federal union between Ukraine and Poland, there are a number of arguments against such a proposal
‘France is trying to make a military deal with Russia,’ Polish expert warns
Some NATO allies may be unhappy with France’s discussions with Russia, said a Polish expert on geopolitics and international relations
With world food crisis looming, Russia and Turkey discuss getting grain out of Ukraine
Due to the Russian-Ukrainian war, 25 million tonnes of grains are stuck in Ukrainian warehouses
Polish president visits Portugal and Italy to lobby for Ukraine
Poland wants Italy and Portugal to back Ukraine’s accession to the European Union
Polish-Ukrainian cooperation in the arms industry has a bright future
Polish companies could help Ukraine restore their military production capabilities
Slovakia donates military equipment to Ukraine worth €21.6 million
Slovakia also wants to sell the Zuzana self-propelled howitzers to Ukraine
Czechia wants to elevate Ukraine to candidacy status during its EU presidency
Energy security and defense will be amongst the priorities of the Czech presidency

Czechia sent Ukraine weapons worth €141 million and will send more
In the government’s view, it is imperative that the assistance remains continuous
How many Ukrainian refugees are actually in Czechia? The number keeps changing
Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, more than 350,000 newcomers in Czechia have obtained relevant visas
The hour of reconciliation between Polish and Ukrainian churches is at hand
The war in Ukraine is a historic chance for Ukrainians and Poles to forgive each other for past sins, said the archbishop of Lublin
Polish-owned port for loading grain needed
Poland must have control over the loading of grain coming through its territory and not just the infrastructure needed for loading up cargo onto sea vessels
Ukraine conflict results in Hungary’s largest humanitarian action to date
Over 726,000 Ukrainians have sought initial refuge in Hungary to date
Ukrainian women in Sweden warned not to dress in a way that could provoke Muslim men
A women’s shelter is now advising the women on their rights
Scholz under pressure to explain broken promise to deliver tanks to Poland
Polish President Andrzej Duda has accused Germany of failing to deliver the modern Leopard tanks it had pledged to Poland to replace the post-Soviet tanks Poland has sent to Ukraine
Duda’s speech in Kyiv delivered at the key moment
Polish President Andrzej Duda’s visit to address the Ukrainian Parliament came at an important moment, when some in the West seem to be tiring of the war, writes Jerzy Haszczyński for daily Rzeczpospolita
Can Austria remain independent in the shadow of war?
A letter signed by almost 60 leading public figures says neutrality puts Austria in danger
Hungary declares state of emergency due to war in Ukraine
The state of emergency allows the government to pass ordinances without parliamentary approval
Poland seeks to sign new treaty with Ukraine to cement alliance
Polish President Andrzej Duda wants Poland and Ukraine to be bonded by a new friendship treaty
After years of delay, ‘banned’ lion statues freed in Polish military cemetery in Lviv, Ukraine
According to Poland’s culture minister, the Ukrainian decision is an important gesture to Poland

The Germans throw a wrench into Poland’s military altruism
Poland might not receive free high-tech German tanks in exchange for sending Ukraine their Soviet-era military equipment after all
Ukraine must become an EU member, says Polish President Duda in Ukraine’s parliament
Poland’s president visited Kyiv on Sunday and pledged that he would not rest until Ukraine was a full member of the EU
President of Latvia supports forming of special tribunal for Russia’s war crimes in Ukraine
In an interview for Warsaw’s Radio WNET president Egils Levits proposed the creation of a tribunal similar to the Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia
Czechia tightens its entry conditions for Ukrainian refugees
The Czech interior minister has vowed to fight refugee benefit fraudsters
Opportunist Ukrainians raid Poland’s second-hand car market due to abolition of customs charges
The export of second-hand cars from Poland to Ukraine is fast exceeding supply as deregulation of customs charges sparks free-for-all and long queues on the Polish-Ukrainian border
Is Russia using laser weapons in Ukraine?
The weapons can allegedly blind satellites in low Earth orbit and destroy drones from 5 kilometers
Poland and Hungary find common ground on Ukraine and sanctions as presidents meet
Hungarian President Katalin Novák was in Warsaw for a meeting with President Duda during which sanctions on Russia were the main point on the agenda
Poland stands ready to help Ukraine shift grain and prevent global crisis, agriculture minister affirms
Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Agriculture Minister Henryk Kowalczyk declares that Polish ports are ready to load up Ukrainian grain but that the bottleneck is on the Polish-Ukrainian border

New Hungarian president’s inauguration speech dispels the left’s ‘Putin puppet’ myth
President Katalin Novák sends a message to Warsaw days before her visit
Poland should come before Germany when it comes to rebuilding Ukraine
Jakub Maciejewski, the war correspondent in the Donbas for portal wPolityce.pl, writes that the scale of the destruction of Ukraine is such that Poland, if it is to be a key player in the post-war process, must have a strategy in place to handle the reconstruction process
Demand for Polish Piorun anti-aircraft missiles has skyrocketed
“We receive inquiries from all parts of the world,” disclosed the CEO of Mesko SA, which produces Piorun systems
Salvini: Ukraine war must end before 20 million African migrants head to Europe over food shortages
Salvini warns that fueling the war in Ukraine with more weapons could prolong the conflict, lead to a food crisis in Africa, and eventually a new migrant wave to Europe
Czechia to offer refugees holding Hungarian passports transport by train back to Hungary
Roma refugees from Ukraine often have dual citizenship and, as Hungarian citizens, are not entitled to receive help in the Czech Republic

Central and Eastern Europe must unite against an imperial EU and a dangerous Russia
Just like during the times of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, countries of Central and Eastern Europe need to take up a common defense against outside threats, writes Jakub Maciejewski

The majority of Hungarians reject a one-sided interpretation of Ukraine conflict
Recent polls suggest that European citizens’ views on the war are not what media headlines might suggest, with a majority opposed to arming Ukraine and a near majority against more sanctions on Russia
US approves WWII-inspired legislation to help Ukraine resist Russian invasion
Joe Biden signed the Lend-Lease Act which enables the export of weapons to Ukraine
43,000 economic migrants are taking the spots of Ukrainian refugees in Germany
Tens of thousands of economic migrants, who were already safe in countries like Greece where they first registered, are taking up housing from Ukrainian woman and children
Hungary to care for wounded Ukrainian soldiers, offer €37 million in aid
Hungary will care for wounded Ukrainian soldiers and offer millions in aid to the war-torn country
Ukraine in the EU would fulfill Polish dream
Accession of Ukraine into the EU would mark the fulfillment of Poland’s long-term geopolitical goal of creating a Central and Eastern European counterweight to Germany and Russia, writes Mateusz Kosiński
US intelligence is helping Ukraine kill Russian generals
According to Ukrainian source, their forces have eliminated a dozen Russian generals since the invasion began
Poland second only to US on aid for Ukraine
According to data produced by the German Institute of World Economy, Poland comes second only to the United States among Western countries in terms of aid for Ukraine
Betrayal and patriotism define the battle between the EU and Poland
When the war broke out in Ukraine and Poland’s opposition attacked its own government in Brussels, Polish political commentator Wojciech Biedroń asks under which flag does the Polish society stand firmly today?

Czech PM drives a wedge between Hungary and Poland
While lapping up praise and recognition for presenting an iron fist towards Russia in the East, Poland is dropping its guard against interference from the West, writes Daniel Deme
Czech weapons flow into Ukraine
The Czech Republic sent ammunition, small arms, and heavy equipment
Viktor Orbán included on ultra-nationalist ‘enemies of Ukraine’ kill list
There are worries the Ukrainian government may be covertly supporting a kill list that includes Hungary’s prime minister and foreign minister
Former Ukrainian president Yushchenko hails Poland as ‘new leader in Europe’
Yushchenko revealed he was watching with fascination the situation in Europe and its leaders’ transformation in their stance towards Russia and Vladimir Putin
German parliament approves heavy weaponry to be sent to Ukraine
The first shipment from Germany will include the provision of 50 Gepard anti-aircraft tanks
Is Germany already an official ally of Putin?
Germans should be ashamed of its elites who want Ukraine to surrender to Russia, writes Sławomir Jastrzębowski in Salon24.pl
Romania may send its aging MiG-21 jet fighters to Ukraine
A decision has not yet been made, but it is “possible” the jet transfer will happen, Marcel Ciolacu told reporters
US will send custom Ghost Phoenix attack drones to Ukraine
The drones are part of an $800 million package approved by President Joe Biden
Economic sanctions cannot stop Russia, former US general says
The key to victory in Ukraine is military force, claims U.S. veteran General James Dubik
Are Ukrainians and Poles closer than ever?
The past few weeks have brought Ukrainians and Poles closer together than they have ever been and have led to speculation as to where the limits of this new found union may lie, writes Jakub Maciejewski in portal wPolityce.pl
Polish PM calls for European Commission to ‘finally implement a solidarity fund for Ukraine’
During his visit to Lviv, Polish PM Mateusz Morawiecki asked for “the strongest sanctions possible against Russia”
Hungary, Poland to lead Central European economic growth
Poland will achieve the same economic growth of 3.7 percent this year as Hungary
Pope John Paul II’s message to Ukrainians remains relevant to this day
As Ukraine defends itself bravely against Russian aggression, the confrontation between Moscow and Kyiv is not only a military one but also one based on history, culture and religion, as Pope John Paul II understood when he visited Kyiv in 2001, writes Grzetorz Górny in portal wPolityce.pl
Sending heavy weapons to Ukraine does not mean joining war, German justice minister says
Germany is also urging investigations on genocide allegations in Ukraine
The refugee crisis in Czechia has stabilized but will bring a hefty bill, interior minister reveals
“We have higher numbers of people leaving the Czech Republic than those who arrive. The influx of refugees has slowed down, perhaps even stopped,” states Czech interior minister Vít Rakušan
Russian invasion of Ukraine divides Russian Orthodox Church
Russian Patriarch Kirill has refused to condemn the invasion, regarding the Russian occupation of Ukraine as a crusade
This is the time for Polish initiative
Poland now has the perfect opportunity to create a new security policy for Europe, writes political scientist Marek A. Cichocki
US sends Javelin missiles and Switchblade drones to Ukraine in $800 million arms package
The total arms package – including howitzers and helicopters – is worth $800 million

Controversial speaker of Slovakian Parliament theorizes about Russian-Hungarian invasion
Womanizing politician creates nationalistic distraction from his scandalous private life
Ukrainians angered by inclusion of Russians in the Vatican’s Easter peace initiative
The Vatican has approved the joint carrying of the cross by both a Ukrainian and a Russian family

Slovakia’s decision to gift S-300 batteries to Ukraine ends in domestic upheaval
The government of Eduard Heger puts its loyalties towards NATO allies over the security of its own citizens
Russia appoints former Syrian commander to lead invasion force, but US claims Russia has no chance of winning
Putin is pushing for definitive results before May 9, but the U.S. claims that Putin has already lost and has no chance of conquering Ukraine
Poland attacks Hungary over Ukraine stance, threatens to freeze relations
While much of the West races to condemn Russia over the Bucha massacre, Hungary is calling for an impartial investigation before the West jumps to conclusions
Czech foreign minister at the NATO summit: Each country handles the weapons for Ukraine on its own
NATO will not supply Ukraine with arms, only countries in NATO, says the Czech foreign minister
Russian press agency op-ed features genocidal undertones, calls for end of Ukraine as a nation-state
Russian RIA Novosti state press agency has published an article about “what Russia must do with Ukraine”
EU parliament demands full ban on Russian energy
The resolution demanding an embargo on Russian oil, gas, coal and nuclear fuel passed with a large majority
Ukraine attacks Hungary’s willingness to pay for Russian gas in rubles
After Ukraine tried to interfere in Hungary’s election results, the country is now accusing Hungary of supporting Russia by buying gas in rubles
‘Czechia sends tanks to the Nazis again!’ — Russia furious over tanks sent to Ukraine
“We are witnessing increasing negative rhetoric towards the Czech Republic,” said expert on Russia Daniela Kolenovská
War in Ukraine: Chocolate may soon disappear from grocery stores in Europe
Prices are shooting through the roof for a range of raw materials and transportation, which means chocolate may be in short supply this summer
Orbán speaks to Putin, offers to host ceasefire talks in Budapest in drive for peace
The Hungarian prime minister said Putin’s response was “positive”
EU pledges €1 billion to Ukraine for defensive weapons
It is likely the move will see the transfer of more anti-tank and anti-aircraft missiles to Ukrainian defense forces
Ukrainian refugee influx may result in higher rates of tuberculosis, HIV and Covid-19, physicians warn
Ukraine is unfortunately one of the countries considered risky when it comes to tuberculosis, along with other diseases like whooping cough
‘We were accused of xenophobia, but Poles opened their hearts to 2.5 million Ukrainians,’ Morawiecki tells CNN
The Polish prime minister emphasized the massive effort Poland and Poles have undertaken to help Ukrainians fight for their freedom and defend European values
Poland must do whatever it takes to make Russia lose in Ukraine
Poland’s plan to ensure buffer states between it and Russia dates back to the early 20th century, and it is still the only one worth pursuing, writes journalist and writer Tomasz Łysiak
Just before election, Hungarian government emphasizes its anti-war stance
While the left wants to drag Hungary into war, the ruling conservative government says this would threaten Hungary’s security
Ukrainian refugees could be benefit for Czech economy, says Czech labor minister
We decided that two new items would be included in our form filled in when applying for the humanitarian benefit, namely education, and profession, states Marian Jurečka
Many Ukrainian refugees aren’t really Ukrainian, says insider police source in Germany
A police source says someone is producing real passports for non-Ukrainians and making a fortune doing it
Ukraine trying to help Hungarian left win upcoming election: report
Ukraine and Hungary’s left have a lot to gain by seeing Viktor Orbán lose the election, which is just days away
From refugees to prostitutes? Reports of pimps snatching Ukrainian women at Slovak border
Pimps are preying on Ukrainian women in the chaos of the refugee crisis
Romanians’ fear of nuclear fallout has environment minister attempting to calm nerves
Romanians have been hoarding iodine tablets for weeks in anticipation of nuclear fallout or a radiation leak at one of the country’s many nuclear energy plants
Italy faces migration pressure on two fronts, 800,000 Ukrainian refugees expected
Italy expects up to 800,000 refugees from Ukraine, but the country already features a migrant crisis and struggling economy
Zelensky again lashes out at Hungary just before national elections
This was the second time the Ukrainian president criticized Hungary for its stance just before the country’s April 3 elections
Zelensky embarrasses Poland
While speaking to Russian journalists, Zelensky embarrassed Poland by criticizing Poland’s proposal to send a peacekeeping mission to the country, writes Zbigniew Parafianowicz
Ruling party in Poland demands dismissal of opposition Senate leader for his ‘scandalous address to Ukrainians’
In an online address, Speaker Tomasz Grodzki apologized to Ukrainians for “the Polish government continuing to import Russian coal and being unable to freeze the assets of Russian oligarchs”
Hungarian fighter jets scrambled again due to bomb threat on commercial flight
Hungarian Gripen fighter jets were alerted to a bomb threat aboard a flight from Belgrade to St. Petersburg
Hungary received over 530,000 refugees from Ukraine
The majority, however, do not stay in Hungary but travel on to other Western European countries.
To fund Ukrainian refugees, Denmark cuts foreign aid to countries like Mali, Syria and Bangladesh
Denmark, known for its strict immigration policies, is cutting foreign aid to pay for its growing Ukrainian refugee population
The dawn of the post-Putin era
Those wanting to see the Russian president gone should be careful what they wish for
Czech volunteer fighters photographed in Ukrainian city of Irpin, just outside Kyiv
The Czech government is allowing Czech volunteers to head to Ukraine to fight in the war
Poland gifts buses to Lviv after city’s own fleet used in the war effort
Ukrainians in Lviv will use the buses gifted by Poland for public transportation
‘I am a lawyer, he is an actor’ – Orbán responds to Zelensky’s criticism of Hungary’s neutrality
Ukraine’s Zelensky tries to push Viktor Orbán into entering the war and sanctioning Russian gas, a move that would not only threaten Hungary’s peace but also set the country’s economy on a crash course