Poland Commemorates 85th Anniversary of WWII Outbreak

Ceremonies highlight historical impact and current geopolitical tensions as leaders call for reparations and stronger defense.

President Duda and Prime Minister Tusk attended memorials in Wielun and Westerplatte.
Duda renewed calls for German reparations for WWII damages.
Tusk emphasized the need for a united defense in light of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Poland suffered significant human and infrastructural losses during WWII.
Current Polish government seeks compensation to strengthen ties with Germany.