Poland might close borders with Belarus over migrants

At the UNHRC in Geneva, Sambhali Trust volunteer Lara Delutis highlighted the struggles of minority migrants fleeing religious discrimination in Pakistan for India. Praising grassroots support in Rajasthan, she emphasised the importance of livelihood and education for asylum seekers while calling for global compassion and "open-hearted" living.

International experts at the Raisina Dialogue 2026 underscored India's strategic autonomy and evolving global role. Amidst a 30-day US waiver for Russian oil, diplomats from Poland, the OECD, and Austria emphasised that while diversification is key, India remains a trusted, essential partner in navigating complex global energy and security challenges.

In his Speech of the Union Address, Trump was all praises for his administration. He highlighted the work done by his administration in the last nine months and even spoke about the American Hockey team winning the Olympic Gold Medal.

Neeta Bhushan, an Indian Foreign Service officer of the 1994 batch, has been appointed as India's new ambassador to the Republic of Poland.

Xu Feihong, Chinese Ambassador to India, in a post on X wrote, "Ma Zhaoxu noted that President Xi Jinping has put forward the important concept of the high-quality development of greater BRICS cooperation and the five cooperation layouts of building a BRICS committed to peace, innovation, green development, justice and closer people-to-people exchanges. These have charted the course for the future development of the BRICS mechanism."

The UAE released over 100 Afghan prisoners on its National Day following Afghanistan's diplomatic efforts. Some have returned home, with others to follow. Activists welcomed the move as humanitarian, hoping it leads to more releases and better support for migrants abroad.

Polish Speaker Czarzasty refused to support Trump's Nobel Peace Prize nomination, calling him undeserving. US Ambassador Rose criticised him sharply online, prompting PM Tusk to urge mutual respect among allies.

Over 4.8 million Afghans have returned since late 2023, raising Afghanistan's population by 12%. UNHCR warns many returnees are women and children, raising humanitarian concerns, and urges regional dialogue to ensure safe, dignified returns and support reintegration.

Polish Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Radoslaw Sikorski, outlining the importance of his visit to India, said that Poland has faced "increased tariffs" and seeks new trade partners, focusing on the need to create a free trade environment.

EAM S Jaishankar met Poland's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski in New Delhi and discussed bilateral ties and global issues. Jaishankar highlighted cooperation areas, urged zero tolerance for terrorism, and raised concerns on selective targeting and trade turbulence.