BIZARRE: 30 - What They Never Told You

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 659

As the war enters its 659th day, these are the main developments.

Al Jazeera · Dec 14, 2023

Why did a far-right MP take a fire extinguisher to a Jewish menorah just as Poland's new government was being voted into power?

In an attack caught on video, a member of the Polish parliament (Sejm) used a fire extinguisher to put out the Hanukkah candles on a menorah positioned in a public area of the building, filling the room with mist and covering bystanders with foam. Grzegorz Braun, an MP for the…

The Conversation · Dec 13, 2023

Donald Tusk Sworn In As Poland's New Prime Minister

Poland's president on Wednesday swore in Donald Tusk as the new pro-EU prime minister, putting an end to eight years of right-wing populist rule.

International Business Times · Dec 13, 2023

Polish far-right lawmaker extinguishes Hanukkah candle in parliament

A far-right lawmaker in the Polish parliament has used a fire extinguisher to extinguish a candle on a menorah that was lit for Hannukah in the parliament building

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2023

Donald Tusk sets out vision of a progressive Poland at heart of EU

Incoming PM tells parliament he will ‘bring back billions of euros’ of EU funds, as MPs confirm his candidacy

The Guardian - UK · Dec 12, 2023

Former EU president Donald Tusk to become Polish PM

Poland’s newly-appointed Prime Minister Donald Tusk has promised to mend relations with the European Union and said he would ensure his country regains a leadership position in Europe.

Radio France Internationale · Dec 12, 2023

Poland's Tusk Calls For 'Stronger' EU, Ukraine Support

Donald Tusk on Tuesday urged firm support for war-torn Ukraine and called for a stronger EU, as the Polish premier-designate previewed his priorities ahead of lawmakers' vote on his proposed government.

International Business Times · Dec 12, 2023

Far-right Polish MP uses fire extinguisher to put out Hanukah candles after Donald Tusk speaks out against xenophobia – as it happened

Incident came hours after new PM Donald Tusk vowed to reform Poland

The Guardian - UK · Dec 12, 2023

Poland's newly elected prime minister is to present his government and face a confidence vote

Poland’s newly elected prime minister, Donald Tusk, is set to deliver his inaugural speech to parliament and present a Cabinet that will then face a confidence vote

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2023

Former EU leader Donald Tusk vows to ‘chase away evil’ as he returns as Poland’s prime minister

Tusk intends to move Poland closer to European allies

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2023