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• [New] Four astronauts from the United States, India, Poland, and Hungary will embark on a 14-day mission to the International Space Station aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The American Bazaar
• [New] While Poland and the other EZ states wanted to expand European influence in former Russia, the European Union declined, fearing it would disrupt the careful balance of power in the fragile region and spread the worsening conflict into Europe. Future
• [New] Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine has caused fears in other countries, especially in Baltic states but also in Poland and Germany, that Moscow could open new fronts in Europe. The Guardian
• [New] If the US was to scale back its nuclear presence in Europe, the resulting deterrence gap could prompt calls for joint European nuclear capabilities or independent arsenals in countries like France or Poland. Forces News
• [New] All five European Union and NATO countries which border Russia - Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Poland and Finland - have said they plan to exit the international treaty due to the military threat from their much larger neighbour. The Verardo Group's Substack
• Poland will come very close to the goal set earlier by US President Donald Trump for European NATO members - 5% of annual GDP for defence. EADaily
• In order to defend the Baltics, NATO and Europe must be able to move troops through Poland, and Polish forces will probably have to enter Lithuania at least. Johan No.1
• The upcoming elections will not only determine the future of the PiS party but also have broader implications for democracy in Poland and the role of international actors in shaping its political landscape. County Local News
• One UI 8 Beta 1 kicked off in the US, UK, Germany, and South Korea, but Beta 2 is expected to hit markets like India and Poland (probably Canada too). Sammy Fans
• Upcoming elections in South Korea and Poland - which have their own unique domestic issues-will pose fresh tests that could indicate whether conservative parties abroad are able to reverse their fortunes. Council on Foreign Relations
• The presidential elections in Poland and Romania will provide early insights into how Europe's right-wing populist movement could benefit or struggle from a perceived alignment. Council on Foreign Relations
• Poland has consistently warned Europe about the threat posed by Russia and has been a steadfast supporter of Ukraine in its defence against Russian advances, despite differing opinions with Washington on the Ukraine conflict. Archyde: Latest World News, Economy, Entertainment, Hea
• Disruptions were recorded in the Baltic Sea region as a whole, as well as in coastal areas in northern Poland, Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia. EADaily
• In Europe, including Poland, disinformation became not only a moral or social issue, but it poses real threat to political elections and stability of democracy. EuropaWire
• Eastern Europe: Eastern European nations, including Poland, Romania, and the Baltic states, are increasing their defence budgets and modernizing their armed forces to counter perceived threats. MarkWide Research
• Romanians have started voting in a pivotal presidential run-off that could radically alter their country's strategic alignment and economic prospects, as voters in Poland and Portugal also prepare to cast their ballots in a European electoral super Sunday. The Guardian
• While Europe's push to boost defence spending could be a boon for certain countries including Poland, Turkey and the Czech Republic, there is a very real concern that the increase in defence spending will crowd out other expenditure. MarketScreener
• Countries like Poland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, Sweden, and parts of Germany have all experienced GPS disruptions that have often been traced back to Russian transmitters. GoGeomatics
• The leaders of France, Germany, Poland, and the United Kingdom will stand in Kiev in solidarity with Ukraine against Russia's barbaric and illegal full-scale invasion. EA WorldView
• France and Germany will further develop format such as the E3 informal security cooperation with the U.K., as well as the Weimar Triagle alliance with Poland. Defense News
• Multiple countries, including Poland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, Sweden and parts of Germany, have experienced GPS disruptions which are often traced back to Russian transmitters. Defense News
• Poland had been experiencing its happiest period in 36 years, but that all changed with the escalation of tensions between Russia and Ukraine, and it is unclear what will happen during US President Donald Trump's second term, emphasizing the need to increase defence spending. Yeni Safak
• Eastern Europe (Ukraine, Poland, the Baltics) While Ukraine remains in a grinding conflict with Russia, fears persist about Russian ambitions beyond its borders. technologyhq

Last updated: 13 June 2025