We invite you to an open lecture by Vasyl Bodnar - Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to the Republic of Poland - entitled ‘The Russian Federation in contemporary international relations: the perspective of Ukrainian diplomacy on the challenges to the security of Poland and Europe’. The event will take place at the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Gdańsk, on 3 November 2026.

During the event, we will discuss diplomacy in times of war, cooperation between Poland, Ukraine and European partners, and the threats posed by Russian disinformation. It will also be an opportunity to ask questions and discuss the future of security in Europe.

We warmly invite staff, students and PhD candidates from all faculties of the University of Gdańsk, as well as members of the wider public interested in this topic.

Date: 3 November 2026 (Tuesday)
Time: 1.15 p.m.
Venue: Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Gdańsk, 3 Maria Janion Street, room S329