Poland’s foreign minister says that it views Hungary’s decision as a “hostile act”.
Daniel Tilles
Polish higher education minister resigns following criticism over revealing name of whistleblower
Dariusz Wieczorek has defended his actions but says he is stepping down for the good of the ruling coalition.
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EU reminds Poland of obligation to offer asylum after Tusk call to suspend rights
Meanwhile, a group of almost 50 NGOs, including Amnesty International, has called on the prime minister not to go ahead with the plans.
Poland to suspend asylum rights as part of tougher migration policy to “regain control” of borders
“I will demand recognition of this decision in Europe,” declared Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
Poland seeking return of 15th century peace treaty looted by Germany in WWII
Warsaw wants the restitution of 73 historical documents, including the 1422 Treaty of Melno, currently held at an archive in Berlin.
Kraków appeals to Polish government for introduction of tourist tax
Polish law currently does not allow for a tourist tax.
Majority of Poles support reducing Catholic catechism teaching in schools
But half of people still want religion classes to take place in public schools.
Poland releases additional funds for asylum seeker support after surge in numbers
Over 6,000 asylum seekers are receiving social assistance in Poland, up from an average of 3,900 last year.
Polish firm launches potato-scented perfume
Its founder says the scent is “a tribute to the down-to-earth and rugged charm of Polish markets”.
Opposition PiS party announces merger with smaller ally Sovereign Poland
The merger will take place this Saturday, says PiS deputy leader Mariusz Błaszczak.
President Duda refers government’s constitutional court overhaul to constitutional court
Few had expected the president, an ally of the former ruling PiS party, to sign the bills.
Poland identifies remains of 17 victims of Nazi-German occupation and postwar communist regime
Identification documents for the victims were handed to members of their families at a presidential palace.
School religion classes should be compulsory for all students, says Polish cardinal
“Without knowledge of Christianity, it will be difficult for young people to understand the modern world.”
Leaders of Polish abortion protests acquitted of causing “epidemiological threat” during pandemic
One of the leaders was also acquitted of insulting a police officer and of publicly praising the crime of vandalising churches.
