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Poland-Russia relations
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Poland–Russia relations have a long history, dating to the late Middle Ages, when the Kingdom of Poland and Grand Duchy of Muscovy struggled over control of their borderlands. Over centuries, there have been several Polish-Russian wars, with Poland once occupying Moscow and later Russians controlling much of Poland in the 19th century as well as in the 20th century. Polish-Russian relations have entered a new phase since the fall of communism in both countries around 1989-1993. Since then Polish-Russian relations have seen both improvement and deterioration, depending on various factors.
(via Freebase)
Moscow-based broadcaster Russia Today analyzes yesterday's violence between Russian and Polish football fans at Euro 2012. Poland's press, politicians, and officials have condemned the behavior of hooligans in Warsaw who apparently attacked Russia...