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The Fatal Blast in Poland Shows the Heightened Risk of Escalation
The hasty and likely inaccurate reactions from some countries to the apparent explosion of a missile was worrisome, but so is Russia’s nuclear temptation in Ukraine.
Small Polish Town Becomes the Center of Attention After Missile Blast
Poland’s president said that a Ukrainian air defense missile had most likely caused a deadly blast there on Tuesday.
How Countries Are Responding to the Explosion in Poland
Poland said a Russian-made missile was involved. Russia has denied involvement.
Biden Says Missile That Killed 2 in Poland Was Probably Not Fired From Russia
It was unclear from the president’s remarks whether he meant the missile was not likely to have been fired from inside Russia, or by Russian forces in Ukraine or elsewhere.
Poland Suggests Russian-Made Missile Killed 2 Inside Its Borders
The explosion in a Polish village across the border from Ukraine occurred as Russia bombarded Ukrainian cities with about 100 missiles.
In Poland, a Warm Welcome for Ukrainian Refugees Wobbles
Poland took in millions of people fleeing the war in Ukraine. But a vocal minority is trying to stoke tensions as Russian attacks threaten to prompt a new surge.
Hassles of Cross-Border Trains Hamper EU’s Green Ambitions
One man is on a mission to find and suggest fixes for all of the flaws making international rail travel in Europe surprisingly hard. Getting more people on trains is key to meeting E.U. climate goals.
As Europe Piles Sanctions on Russia, Some Sacred Cows Are Spared
The European Union has been severing economic ties with Moscow to support Ukraine, but some countries have lobbied to protect key sectors.