Poland has officially closed its Consulate General in St. Petersburg following Russia’s decision to shut it down in response to Warsaw’s closure of the Russian consulate in Poznań.
The Polish Foreign Ministry confirmed the closure, with Ambassador Krzysztof Krajewski expressing hope for a future reopening. Polish diplomatic missions in Moscow, Kaliningrad, and Irkutsk will remain operational.
Russia had announced the move in December, citing "reciprocity" and accusing Poland of a hostile policy. In October, Poland closed the Russian consulate in Poznań over alleged sabotage, prompting Moscow to declare three Polish diplomats persona non grata.
Central Warsaw turned into a protest venue, as protesters demonstrated against European Union's trade policies. Demonstrators accuse the bloc of pursuing trade strategies that would harm the interests and needs of Polish farmers.
Poland is calling for NATO to expand naval patrols in the Baltic Sea, urging both regional and non-regional allies to contribute, in response to growing Russian threats and recent sabotage.
Poland to prioritise joint EU defence funding during its presidency, urging unity on security as a shared European goal. Ministers to explore funding options in April.
Hungary and Poland warn of escalating risks in the Ukraine war as Russia lowers its nuclear threshold and launches missile strikes, signalling a critical phase in the conflict.
Türkiye has placed its armed forces on high alert, preparing for a possible operation in Syria against PKK militants. Ankara has urged Syria's new administration to act against the group, while Turkish troops along the border remain ready for potential military action.
Wildfires raging across Los Angeles have reached the Hollywood Hills, forcing over 100,000 evacuations and threatening iconic landmarks like the Dolby Theatre. With strong winds fuelling six major blazes, officials warn of worsening conditions as firefighting efforts are stretched thin.
In a poignant moment of national grief, the Government of Georgia has declared January 9 a day of mourning following the tragic death of five children in a fire in Saberio, reaffirming the country's solidarity with the affected families.
Amid growing global attention on Greenland’s sovereignty, residents and leaders of the Arctic island have firmly rejected U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's remarks about potentially using military or economic measures to control the territory.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has highlighted the importance of improved coordination between military and civilian services following the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash near Aktau, Kazakhstan, which resulted in 38 fatalities.
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Tibet's Himalayan foothills, killing at least 100 and shaking Nepal, Bhutan, and India. Tremors reached as far as Kathmandu and Thimphu.
Türkiye has placed its armed forces on high alert, preparing for a possible operation in Syria against PKK militants. Ankara has urged Syria's new administration to act against the group, while Turkish troops along the border remain ready for potential military action.
Wildfires raging across Los Angeles have reached the Hollywood Hills, forcing over 100,000 evacuations and threatening iconic landmarks like the Dolby Theatre. With strong winds fuelling six major blazes, officials warn of worsening conditions as firefighting efforts are stretched thin.
Amid growing global attention on Greenland’s sovereignty, residents and leaders of the Arctic island have firmly rejected U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's remarks about potentially using military or economic measures to control the territory.
Greenlandic Finance Minister Erik Jensen firmly rejected any notion of Greenland being sold, as tensions rose over U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's recent comments on taking control of the Arctic island.
Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has barricaded himself in his Seoul residence for a fifth day as authorities seek his arrest on insurrection charges. Amid rising protests and tensions, the standoff follows Yoon's controversial martial law decree and subsequent impeachment.
Türkiye has placed its armed forces on high alert, preparing for a possible operation in Syria against PKK militants. Ankara has urged Syria's new administration to act against the group, while Turkish troops along the border remain ready for potential military action.
Wildfires raging across Los Angeles have reached the Hollywood Hills, forcing over 100,000 evacuations and threatening iconic landmarks like the Dolby Theatre. With strong winds fuelling six major blazes, officials warn of worsening conditions as firefighting efforts are stretched thin.
In a poignant moment of national grief, the Government of Georgia has declared January 9 a day of mourning following the tragic death of five children in a fire in Saberio, reaffirming the country's solidarity with the affected families.
Amid growing global attention on Greenland’s sovereignty, residents and leaders of the Arctic island have firmly rejected U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's remarks about potentially using military or economic measures to control the territory.
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