Poland ex-minister on hunger strike as row between PM and president deepens The former interior minister and his deputy were arrested at the Presidential Palace for abuse of power. Al Jazeera · Jan 10, 2024
West must rearm in the face of Russian threat, urges Poland’s foreign minister Military production cannot remain on peacetime footing while war in Ukraine goes on, Radosław Sikorski says after visit to Kyiv The Guardian - UK · Dec 23, 2023
New Polish justice minister will seek ‘any niche’ to undo rule of law breaches Adam Bodnar is determined to reverse damage to judicial system inflicted by defeated PiS, which led to clashes with EU The Guardian - UK · Dec 21, 2023
At least 15 dead, including shooter, and dozens injured in Prague university shooting, Czech police say – as it happened Officials say gunman was a 24-year-old Charles University student The Guardian - UK · Dec 21, 2023
Polish State Media Bosses Sacked, Populists Occupy TV Buildings Poland's pro-EU government on Wednesday launched a reform of state media and sacked their management, as right-wing lawmakers staged a sit-in to protest the changes and public broadcasts were interrupted. International Business Times · Dec 20, 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
Pro-EU Donald Tusk sworn in as Poland's new prime minister New Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk's government was sworn in by the president on Wednesday, the final step in a transfer of power that marks a huge change after eight years of nationalist rule. France 24 · Dec 13, 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
Donald Tusk vows to ‘chase away the evil’ after parliament backs him as new PM Former European Council leader will take power after incumbent Polish premier, Mateusz Morawiecki, lost confidence vote The Guardian - UK · Dec 11, 2023
Polish Parliament Set To Usher In New Pro-EU Government The Polish parliament on Monday is expected to vote out a populist cabinet and approve a pro-EU government led by former European Council president Donald Tusk, ushering in a new era for the country. International Business Times · Dec 11, 2023
Donald Tusk expected to become Poland’s prime minister this week Two months after opposition alliance won an electoral majority, his appointment will end eight years of nationalist rule The Guardian - UK · Dec 11, 2023
International Business Times · Dec 10, 2023 Populist Legacy Will Weigh On Poland's Next Government Expectations for Poland's pro-EU government which is due to take power next week are sky-high but current ruling nationalists will still be a powerful and influential opposition, analysts say.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 16, 2023 Art, law, history and TV: Tusk’s plan to remake Polish life after rightwing rule Nationalist PiS party is soon likely to be out of office but freeing country’s institutions from its cultural grip will take time
The Guardian - UK · Nov 12, 2023 ‘An anti-European manifesto’: Poland’s Venice Biennale entry defies inclusive theme Selection of artist Ignacy Czwartos could prove parting shot by populist PiS, which is poised to lose power
The Guardian - UK · Nov 6, 2023 Tusk forced to wait as PiS given first chance to form Polish government Law and Justice party won most votes in last month’s election but all other parties have ruled out working with them
The Guardian - UK · Nov 1, 2023 In Poland, the home of ‘LGBT-free zones’, there is hope at last for the queer community The former ruling party targeted and scapegoated Poland’s queer communities. Now it’s out of power, equality is within reach, says academic Roch Dunin-Wąsowicz
The Guardian - UK · Nov 1, 2023 ‘Nightmare is over’: Polish election result brings relief for LGBTQ+ people Community looks tentatively to future as party that sought to demonise them is unlikely to retain power
The Conversation · Oct 31, 2023 Young, female voters were the key to defeating populists in Poland's election – providing a blueprint to reverse democracy's decline The results of Poland’s parliamentary elections held on Oct. 15, 2023, have been lauded as a blow against populism – and they may also hold important lessons for reversing democracy’s decline.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 26, 2023 Polish president delays appointing new government Andrzej Duda says he will not shorten ruling PiS party’s term, despite Donald Tusk’s alliance saying it is ready for power
The Hindu · Oct 25, 2023 Balancing act: On the parliamentary election in Poland The Civic Coalition with potential coalition partners has a chance at government formation in Poland, and could face a tough balancing act across the spheres of economy, politics and foreign policy
The Guardian - UK · Oct 24, 2023 Poland’s climate-friendly coalition warned of obstacles to emissions goals Energy prices and presidential veto powers among challenges facing parties likely to form government, say analysts
The Guardian - UK · Oct 24, 2023 Polish opposition alliance says it is ready to take power with Tusk as PM Parties urge president not to delay process by giving nationalist PiS a chance to try to form government