The government wants to depoliticise the National Council of the Judiciary, which is responsible for nominating judges.
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Polish ambassador attacked in Russia
A group protesting Polish support for Ukraine confronted the ambassador during a visit to Saint Petersburg.
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Poland charges Colombian with terrorism over arson attacks on behalf of Russia
The 27-year-old man, who was last month convicted of arson in the Czech Republic, could face up to life imprisonment.
Polish parliament votes to put media regulator chief on trial
Maciej Świrski, an ally of the former ruling Law and Justice (PiS) party, called the vote “unconstitutional” and vowed to stay in post.
Poland’s deputy PM proposes linking main child benefit to parents’ employment
The proposal drew criticism from both The Left, a member of the ruling coalition, and the opposition PiS party.
“Russia will be ready to confront us in 2027,” warns Polish PM after meeting with NATO commander
“There is no reason for us to scare each other, but we must be truly vigilant and focused,” said Donald Tusk.
Polish prosecutors reveal ballot errors in presidential election, say no impact on result
Their review found that 1,538 votes were incorrectly attributed to the winning candidate, opposition-backed Karol Nawrocki.
Poland withdraws from international anti-landmine treaty amid heightened Russian threat
“In view of the threats on NATO’s eastern flank, we must have all the tools necessary to defend our borders,” said the defence minister.
Poland secures further $4bn US loan guarantee for military modernisation
The US has now provided over $15 billion under the US Foreign Military Financing (FMF) programme.
Intel to “no longer move forward” with planned new plant in Poland
The decision comes after Intel yesterday published its quarterly financial reports, which point to a net loss of $2.9 billion.
Polish far-right leader indicted on seven criminal counts
The case will now go to trial and, if found guilty, Braun will potentially face years in prison for the relevant offences.
South Korea begins construction of floating LNG terminal for Poland
The floating storage and regasification unit is expected to receive, store and regasify one third of Poland’s total gas demand.
Poland’s Duda signs bill protecting strategic companies from takeover by foreign entities
The law, temporarily in force since 2020, will now become permanent legislation.
Tusk reshuffles Polish government, replacing justice and interior ministers
The reshuffle comes following the government’s defeat in last month’s presidential election.
