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A shooting in Krakow, Poland, has left six dead, including a British national, and at least 16 injured, with the 25-year-old gunman allegedly influenced by far-right ideology.

Vladimir Putin has been ridiculed for his online voting skills during Russia’s State Duma elections, with social media users commenting on his struggle with technology.

In a crucial address, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk outlined serious challenges ahead, attributing them to the escalating Russian-Ukrainian war. He highlighted the introduction of high-speed jet-powered drones by Russia and warned of intensified attacks on Ukrainian cities, indicating a need for solidarity among NATO members in strategy and response.

US intelligence suggests Russia may provoke a NATO member this autumn, as officials warn of potential attacks in the Baltic region and Poland.

Vladimir Putin’s doomsday radio transmitted cryptic messages following a Russian missile strike in Poland, heightening tensions between Russia and NATO.

A Russian cruise missile reportedly landed in Poland, creating a 33-foot-wide crater, as authorities investigate the incident near Tarnawa-Kolonia.

European leaders, including France’s Macron and the UK’s Keir Starmer, convened in Berlin for an E5 summit aimed at strengthening defence collaboration amid shifting US commitments. The summit addressed support for Ukraine and strategic military projects, coinciding with a key NATO summit in Ankara in July.

Germany and Poland have signed a defence agreement aimed at enhancing military cooperation amid escalating tensions with Russia. The pact highlights a pragmatic shift in relations, focusing on joint defence measures and security strategies, as both nations seek to fortify Europe’s eastern borders against emerging threats.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s decision to name a Special Operations Forces unit, Heroes of the UPA, has prompted significant backlash from Polish officials. President Karol Nawrocki expressed profound disappointment, labelling the move as detrimental to Polish-Ukrainian relations, and suggested revocation of Zelenskyy’s Order of the White Eagle.

Donald Trump announced an unexpected deployment of an additional 5,000 US troops to Poland, citing the electoral success of President Karol Nawrocki, whom he endorsed. The decision surprised both Polish authorities and the US administration, with reports indicating Trump did not consult military officials prior to the announcement.