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The UN Security Council is set to gather tonight at 22:00 Polish time at the request of French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss military actions in the Middle East, particularly related to Israel and the USA's attacks on Iran.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa urged all parties to exercise restraint, protect civilians, and fully respect international law amidst rising tensions following an attack in Iran.

The largest association of Polish judges, Iustitia, has presented a list of 15 judges it supports for elections to the National Judiciary Council (KRS), which is also backed by other associations defending independent courts.

A deputy from the PiS party is collecting signatures in Poznań to support judges running for the reformed National Council of Justice, including controversial figure Łukasz Piebiak.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has called for the resumption of Russian oil supplies to Hungary through the Friendship pipeline, addressing both the president of Ukraine and the President of the European Council.

In its annual report, the German Press Council revealed that it issued over 100 reprimands for journalistic errors, marking a record high, particularly regarding coverage of the Middle East.

Vancouver city councillor Lenny Zhou faced backlash and apology for incorrectly labeling fellow council members as drug users during a controversial press release.

A local priest encouraged parishioners in Czułów, Poland, to sign a petition supporting candidates for the National Judiciary Council, including Piotr Schab, who is associated with controversial actions against judges.

The Polish Marshal of the Sejm will deliver a speech in Kyiv to show Poland's support for Ukraine on the anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion.

President Karol Nawrocki vetoed the law on the National Council of the Judiciary, signaling his intention to preserve the judicial system established by the PiS party without enacting reforms.

President Trump inaugurated the Peace Council in Washington, showcasing his commitment to global peace while tensions with Iran are rising.

During a press conference, President Donald Trump announced that Norway has expressed its willingness to host a meeting of the Board of Peace regarding Palestine.

Norwegian Prime Minister Støre and the President of the European Council held a press conference to discuss recent collaborations and future directions.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has kept the Legislative Council intact, populated by neo-judges and lawyers affiliated with the previous PiS government, despite the electoral defeat of PiS in October 2023.

The latest candidate list for Poland's renewed National Council of the Judiciary features controversial neo-judges and former government officials tied to the ruling party.

Polish President Karol Nawrocki will not attend the inauguration of the Peace Council in Washington, as announced by his spokesman, with Minister Marcin Przydacz representing him instead.

Donald Trump announced that members of the newly formed Peace Council will dedicate over $5 billion towards humanitarian aid and reconstruction in Gaza.

Piotr Schab, responsible for mass repression against judges during the PiS government, is running for the National Council of the Judiciary in Poland, supported by an association of judges linked to the political reforms of the ruling party.

Former Deputy Minister Lukasz Piebiak and beneficiaries of previous judicial reforms in Poland are seeking positions on the newly reformed National Judicial Council (KRS) to maintain influence over the judiciary.

European Commissioner for Defense Andrius Kubilius warns of a potential Russian attack on Europe as soon as next year and proposes the establishment of a permanent European Security Council.

The Press Council of Estonia deemed one-fifth of the complaints it received last year as justified, with the majority of complaints stemming from dissatisfaction with the articles rather than factual inaccuracies.

The article discusses Israel's accession to the Peace Council and the challenges surrounding Trump's plans for the Gaza Strip amid local realities.

The press secretaries of Vladimir Putin and Alexander Lukashenko indicate that neither leader will be attending an upcoming meeting in the United States due to scheduling conflicts and existing sanctions.

Government rejects Donald Trump's Peace Council and discusses the SAFE arms program with a divided political consensus.

The National Security Council is at the center of a dispute between the presidential office and the government regarding safety issues and the SAFE program.

Poland has announced it will not participate in the inaugural meeting of the Peace Council scheduled for February 19 in the USA, citing concerns over the council's status and objectives.

Alexandra Villacís, an alternate member of the Judiciary Council in Ecuador, expressed confusion over her removal from the position, which she learned about through the media rather than official channels.

Norway's Mental Health Council has suspended its collaboration with Crown Princess Mette-Marit due to her request for personal time amid challenging circumstances.

The White House is organizing a meeting of the 'Peace Council' in Gaza on February 19 to advance the ceasefire agreement and raise funds for reconstruction.

Poland's Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski, speaking in Washington, warned critics of the Peace Council to first read its unusual statutes before forming opinions.

The National Security Council is set to discuss potential connections between the Speaker of the Sejm, Włodzimierz Czarzasty, and influential individuals from Russia amidst alarming media reports.

Tallinn City Council has decided to rent Linnahall to Tallinn Developments, as discussed during a press conference about the city's planning decisions and the future of Linnahall.

Former Dagsrevyen anchor Jarle Roheim Håkonsen has been appointed Vice-Chair of the Broadcasting Council, which has also welcomed several new members for the 2026-2029 term, according to a press release from the Ministry of Culture.

The newspaper 'Free Pontus' was established in 1919 in Batum as the official organ of the Pontic National Council, playing an active role in representing the political struggles and concerns of the Pontic Greek community during a challenging historical period.

A committee of the Legislative Council has voted to support a proposal to review the retrial system, prompting critical opposition from lawyers who argue it neglects the relief of wrongful conviction victims.

The Polish Senate has approved a law reforming the National Judiciary Council (KRS), removing political selection of judges and allowing them to be elected by their peers instead.

The EU Council has officially confirmed a ban on gas imports from Russia, set to take effect in 2027.

The Congress has the green light to temporarily withdraw press accreditations from far-right agitators Vito Quiles and Bertrand Ndongo due to serious regulatory violations.

The press office of Poland 2050 announced that the voting was annulled due to unforeseen technical problems with online voting, prompting the National Council of the party to set a new date for the second round of elections.

The military ruling council in Guinea-Bissau has prohibited all unauthorized press conferences and public statements following its takeover six weeks ago after a coup that followed the presidential elections.

Farmers are set to protest in the capital today as the EU Council prepares to vote on the Mercosur agreement, demanding a meeting with Prime Minister Donald Tusk.

Prime Minister Tusk argues that the proposed changes in the PIP reform are unacceptable, despite the same project being approved by the Council of Ministers a month ago.

US Ambassador to the UN Mike Waltz stated that the United States is not seeking war or occupation in Venezuela, describing the operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro as a law enforcement action.