Robert Bąkiewicz was convicted of involvement in a “hooligan act”.
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Poland records EU’s largest population decline for second year running
Poland’s population fell by over 123,000 last year, a trend that is forecast to continue in coming decades.
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Poland doubles budget for repatriation of ethnic Poles deported by Soviet Union
But it has also tightened the rules to ensure only genuine applicants qualify and to protect national security.
Ryanair to invest $400 million in Warsaw Modlin Airport, triple passenger traffic by 2030
The deal follows years of tensions between the airline and airport that saw passenger numbers fall by over half.
Polish tennis star Świątek baffles Brits with favourite dish of pasta and strawberries
The dish is popular in Poland, where many have fond memories of eating it during summer as children.
Polish fisherman finds medieval sword in Warsaw river
The authorities praised the man for immediately reporting and handing over his find.
Polish far-right politician hit with seven charges, including for attack on Jewish ceremony
If found guilty, Grzegorz Braun could face years in prison.
Poland “will not support” EU’s “unrealistic” 2040 emissions cut target
The European Commission wants a 2040 target of cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 90% compared to their level in 1990.
Poland detains gang accused of kidnapping African migrants for ransom
The group was identified after two victims escaped and were found running naked through a Polish city.
Poland to reintroduce border controls with Germany and Lithuania in response to irregular migration
“Poland’s patience is running out,” said Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
World’s oldest boomerang, found in Polish cave, even older than previously thought
The item was carved by early humans from a mammoth tusk around 40,000 years ago.
Polish state energy giant Orlen celebrates ending final oil contract with Russia
“The entire region will be free from Russian crude oil,” says Orlen.
Polish “citizen patrols” formed on German border to prevent migrant returns
They have been supported by the right-wing opposition, which accuses the government of inaction.
Auschwitz Museum launches educational material on homosexuals imprisoned at the camp
“The aim is to shed light on the history of one of the lesser-known victim groups of Auschwitz,” says the museum.
