Poland

2025-11-05 20:21

By Marcin Wilczek, Charge d’affaires, Poland’s Embassy in Iran

Poles landing on Iranian shores in 1942. But where did they come from?

TEHRAN – Germany's attack on Poland on 1 September 1939 marked the beginning of World War II. On 17 September 1939, the Red Army crossed the borders of the Republic of Poland, thus implementing the provisions of the Hitler-Stalin Alliance: the Ribbentrop–Molotov Pact – an agreement between the USSR and the German Reich.

2025-10-28 17:56

By Shahrokh Saei

Historical amnesia: Europe turns a blind eye to Iran’s WWII humanitarian legacy

Professor Azarov: Israel and the US shape West’s anti-Iran stance

TEHRAN – During the darkest days of World War II, when Europe was engulfed in flames, Iran extended a hand of humanity—welcoming more than 100,000 Polish refugees and offering them safety, dignity, and a chance to rebuild their shattered lives. That chapter of compassion and solidarity remains etched in history as a testament to Iran’s generosity.

2025-10-17 21:25

Foreign ministry summons Polish diplomat over unfounded drone allegations

TEHRAN – Iran’s Foreign Ministry has summoned Poland’s chargé d’affaires in Tehran to protest what it described as “false and meddlesome” remarks made by Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski during his recent visit to London.

2025-10-08 15:25

Tehran, Warsaw underline expanding sci-tech ties

TEHRAN – Iranian and Polish officials have highlighted the importance of boosting scientific, research, and technological cooperation between the two countries.

2025-08-25 12:12

Iran ease past Canada at 2025 FIVB U21 World Championship

TEHRAN - Iran eased past Canada 3-0 (25-20, 25-14, 25-22) in the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s U21 World Championship on Monday.

Ukraine attacks the Druzba oil pipeline on Russian territory

2025-08-22 22:05

Hungary and Slovakia demand EU action after Ukraine hits key oil pipeline again

Ukraine attacked the Druzhba pipeline for the third time, halting oil deliveries to Slovakia and Hungary. The European Commission has not reacted so far, but US President Donald Trump said he was very angry.

2025-08-02 20:22

Iran lose to France in 2025 FIVB Boys’ U19 World Championship semis

TEHRAN – Iran failed to book their place in the 2025 FIVB Boys’ U19 World Championship finals, losing to France 3-1 (14-25, 25-14, 25-22, 25-19) on Saturday.

European leaders in Kyiv call on Moscow for unconditional 30-day ceasefire

2025-05-10 23:06

European leaders make symbolic visit to Kyiv

The leaders of Germany, France, the United Kingdom and Poland have told Russian leader Vladimir Putin to agree to a 30-day ceasefire starting on Monday or face possible “massive” sanctions, according to French President Emmanuel Macron, on a highly symbolic visit to Kyiv. The demand comes with the backing of the White House after a joint phone call with President Donald Trump, the Europeans said.

2025-05-09 22:26

France, Poland pledge mutual defence

France and Poland on Friday signed a new cooperation and friendship treaty with a defence clause committing the parties to mutual support in case of an attack by an aggressor, as the two NATO and EU allies strengthen ties following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, France 24 reported .

2025-03-12 15:03

Iranian, Polish universities to boost scientific ties

TEHRAN –Marcin Wilczek, the chargé d’affaires of Poland in Iran, and Elham Aminzadeh, the vice president of the University of Tehran for international affairs, have explored avenues for developing scientific interactions between the universities of the two countries.

2025-02-24 22:06

Iran condemns Poland's anti-Tehran stance, summons diplomat

TEHRAN – In a diplomatic response to "baseless and biased" statements by Poland's top diplomat, Iran has summoned the chargé d'affaires of Poland to its Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tehran.

2025-01-29 20:03

Iranian films line up for Poland’s Zoom-Zblizenia festival

TEHRAN- Six films by Iranian directors will be competing in the 28th edition of International Film Festival Zoom-Zblizenia, which will take place from March 3 to 9 in Jelenia Góra, Poland.

2024-07-19 17:07

482 foreign travelers attend Muharram rituals in Yazd province

TEHRAN - A total of 482 foreign travelers attended Muharram's mourning rituals in their visits to Yazd province during the first ten days of the lunar month, which ended on the day of Ashura (July 16).

2024-04-05 22:28

Poland calls for Israeli soldiers to face criminal inquiry

Poland is demanding criminal action be brought against the Israeli soldiers responsible for what it called the “murder” of seven aid workers, including a Polish national, in Gaza.

2024-04-03 20:05

Poland: Palestinians have right to statehood

Poland’s Foreign Ministry reiterated Palestinians’ right to establish an independent state and called out Israel’s “abuse” of force – a further indication of strained ties between Israel and Poland following the killing of a Polish aid worker.

France has taken a hardline against Russia

2024-03-22 02:51

Ukraine map shows French troop locations in potential intervention: Newsweek

French President Emmanuel Macron's push to deploy troops to Ukraine could yet prove the first domino of an official NATO military presence in the war-torn country, even while Russia's grinding frontline assaults and nationwide bombing campaign continue.

2024-02-12 22:00

800-year-old gold ring unearthed in Polish castle

An extremely rare medieval gold artefact has been found in the depths beneath a tower of the Wawel Royal Castle in Poland, which served as a residence for Polish kings for centuries.

2024-01-22 22:58

Poland defense attaché denounces Kerman terror attack, urging confrontation with terrorists

TEHRAN – In a diplomatic meeting with high-ranking officials of the Iranian Army, the Polish Defense Attaché urged accountability for the terrorist incident in Southeastern city of Kerman.

2023-12-01 02:05

Poland beat Iran at 2023 World Women's Handball Championship

TEHRAN – Poland delivered a winning start at the 2023 World Women's Handball Championship, with the European side being clearly more experienced than Iran, who were only featuring in the world handball flagship competition for the second time in their history.