Poland held a large military parade in Warsaw to celebrate Armed Forces Day, displaying its modern weaponry, including advanced equipment from South Korea. The event served as a show of strength for the Polish military.
F-16, F-35, and Black Hawk aircraft of the Polish Army flew along the Vistula River on Saturday as a general rehearsal for the Polish Army Day celebrations scheduled for August 15.
Polish fighter jets have intercepted a Russian reconnaissance aircraft over the Baltic Sea for the third time in recent days. This marks another instance of Polish military aircraft intercepting Russian military planes in the region.
The Polish military announced that US military exercises will take place in Poland in late July, involving the deployment of high-altitude reconnaissance balloons for intelligence and surveillance purposes.
The Polish Armed Forces Support Inspectorate is piloting a new system allowing soldiers to receive their uniforms via parcel lockers, aiming to streamline equipment distribution.
The Polish military is increasingly using 'Urgent Operational Need' provisions to bypass public procurement law, with the Armaments Agency concluding at least 20 such agreements annually since 2023, allowing for faster but less transparent arms purchases.
Polish military officers suggest that the reinstatement of conscription is a matter of 'when, not if,' making it crucial to determine who will serve in the army, civil defense, or essential state institutions in case of war.
Poland has officially received its first F-35 fighter jets, marking a significant upgrade to the Polish Air Force. The advanced fifth-generation aircraft were presented and flew to Gdańsk, with officials hailing it as a proud day for the Polish military.
Poland's Military Counterintelligence Service (SKW) has identified and arrested a spy working within the Mesko PGZ company. The individual was taken into custody following the discovery.
Polish Deputy Defense Minister Cezary Tomczyk visited Washington for talks, including discussions at the White House. Following his visit, he stated that Polish military officials received a 'clear signal' from their US counterparts.
The Polish military has received an exclusive satellite system from ICEYE, which is expected to add a new, "cosmic dimension" to the operations of the Polish Armed Forces. The system enhances Poland's independent reconnaissance capabilities.
Polish military aircraft intercepted a Russian Il-20 spy plane over the Baltic Sea. The interception occurred after the Russian aircraft approached NATO airspace, prompting a response from Polish forces.
The Polish military has placed a significant order for 60,000 anti-tank scatterable mines, valued at 3.4 billion PLN, from Bydgoska Belma for delivery between 2027 and 2029.
Prosecutors have filed charges against a 57-year-old driver involved in the fatal accident that killed Polish MP Łukasz Litewka. The article also briefly mentions Polish military scrambling jets due to the Ukraine war.
A historic banner belonging to the 68th Września Infantry Regiment, which was hidden in a milk can during World War II, has been found and is now undergoing restoration. The banner was originally received from President Ignacy Mościcki.
A 58-year-old retired Polish military officer, arrested for espionage at the Souda Bay naval base in Crete, has been temporarily remanded in custody following his appearance before authorities.
PZL-Świdnik accounts for 60 percent of the current helicopter fleet of the Polish military. Its modern AW101 and AW149 helicopters are a significant contribution to the modernization of Polish aviation.
The Polish Military Property Agency is regularly offering properties for sale across Poland, with some apartments available for as low as 78,000 PLN, though potential buyers are advised to consider the initial low price in context.
Lieutenant General Piotr Błazeusz has begun his duties as the Polish military representative to the NATO and European Union Military Committees, a crucial position requiring extensive experience.
General Roman Polko stated that the presence of Polish soldiers in Ukraine is necessary for learning from the front-line experiences and applying them to build Polish military capabilities, despite political assurances against such deployment.
The Polish military expects the first two deliveries of the SAN anti-drone system by the end of this year, with two more scheduled for mid-2027. This acquisition aims to rearm four anti-aircraft regiments.
Mesko, a company from Poland's PGZ Group, has signed an agreement with French shipbuilding group Naval Group, paving the way for the integration of the Polish Piorun anti-aircraft missile with the multi-purpose Rampart launcher, marking a first step towards Polish military presence.
Polish military officers suggest that the reinstatement of conscription is a matter of 'when, not if,' prompting discussions on who would serve in the army, civil defense, or critical state institutions.
The Polish Military Property Agency is holding an auction on June 9th in Bydgoszcz, selling various surplus equipment including vehicles, tools, boots, instruments, and a drum set.
The Polish Ministry of National Defense is sending a special military aircraft to China to retrieve a 24-year-old Polish woman who is critically ill. The woman is reportedly fighting for her life in China, prompting the urgent military intervention.
The Polish military is inviting young men and women to participate in a joint summer program. This initiative aims to engage youth in military-related activities during their holidays.
Polish military and political leaders learned about the US decision to cancel troop deployment from the media after the notification remained unread in the Chief of Staff's email for days, causing chaos.
TVN correspondent Marcin Wrona visited a US airbase in Ebbing, where Polish military personnel train, to examine the advanced equipment of F-35 fighter pilots, including a helmet reportedly worth half a million dollars.
Russia has launched massive drone attacks on Ukraine, prompting the Polish military air force to increase its readiness and monitor border areas in response.
Magdalena Ejsmont, renowned as a 'spy hunter,' is set to assume the role of deputy head of Poland's Military Counterintelligence Service, with her candidacy to be reviewed by the special services committee.
Niewiadów Polska Grupa Militarna has moved from New Connect to the main GPW market, with ambitious plans for 155 mm ammunition production despite lacking large contracts currently.
During a ceremony in Łódź for a deal between Polish Military Aviation Works and Lockheed Martin for Apache helicopter acquisition and servicing, US Ambassador to Poland Tom Rose stated that Poland is an ideal ally for the United States. He also noted that Poland is the only country about which Donald Trump has never spoken a bad word.
A 58-year-old retired Polish military officer was brought before an interrogator in Crete on Monday morning, following his arrest for espionage at the Souda Bay naval base last Thursday.
The Polish military has dismissed criticism regarding a video featuring a robot named "Edward Warchocki" in a naval port, stating that the footage did not reveal any restricted information about the Świnoujście Military Port.
Poland's Minister of Defense stated that the Polish military intercepted a Russian reconnaissance plane 56 kilometers northwest of Koszalin, a coastal city in northern Poland.
The Polish military is set to receive a Polish-made anti-drone laser system, ASBL, with operational deployment prospects. Agreements for this and other defense projects were signed under the PERUN program.
Polish engineering troops have begun testing new PFM (Pont Flottant Motorisé) pontoon bridges, designated Daglezja-P, purchased from France. This marks a significant modernization for the Polish military.
The Land Forces Academy in Wrocław, Poland, is facing allegations of nepotism, with claims that family members of influential officers and management secured employment and benefited from foreign trips through programs like Erasmus.
A report by the Supreme Audit Office (NIK) reveals a growing problem within the Polish military, with one soldier accumulating a record 334 days of unused leave, leading to significant financial equivalents for unspent vacation.
Polish military officers suggest that it is a matter of 'when, not if' conscription will be reinstated, leading to discussions on who will join the army, civil defense, or critical state institutions.
HD Construction Equipment has won its inaugural major military procurement contract in Europe, securing a deal to supply bulldozers to the Polish military amidst rising defense spending across the continent.
The Polish Military Property Agency (AMW) will hold an auction on June 9 in Bydgoszcz, selling off various surplus equipment including vehicles, tools, boots, instruments, and thermoses.
Poland was reportedly caught off guard by the US decision to cancel planned troop deployment after its military chief failed to read a critical email warning about the change, leading to significant defense implications.
An article in Rzeczpospolita questions why Poland's Minister of National Defense, Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, is involving the military in civilian cybersecurity, arguing it blurs legal and operational boundaries between military, special services, and civilian institutions.
Danish and Polish military forces are conducting a joint exercise to defend against threats around Bornholm, an area deemed strategically important by the Danish Armed Forces.
A military prosecutor has charged an officer at the Military University of Land Forces in Wrocław amid an investigation into alleged corporal punishment of cadets.
The Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces reported an incident where a mortar shell fell in the immediate vicinity of a convoy of the Polish Military Contingent of UNIFIL during a mission between bases.
Polish military aircraft have begun operations in national airspace in response to Russian attacks on Ukraine, according to the Operational Command of the Armed Forces.
As part of the 'Hospital Friendly to the Military' program, the Polish military is investing in equipment and infrastructure for over a hundred hospitals, including a large hospital shelter being built in Bolesławiec, to prepare for war or natural disasters.