They demanded Russia’s withdrawal from Ukraine, the release of political prisoners in Russia, and for Vladimir Putin to be put on trial.
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Polish government announces 1bn zloty investment in AI
“AI is indispensable, both in the economic and security contexts, but it is crucial that it is used safely and responsibly,” says the defence minister.
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EU launches infringement proceedings against Poland over “political control” of judges
The EU says a tough new disciplinary regime undermines judicial independence and violates European law.
Poland reopens shopping centres, preschools, hotels and museums in “unfreezing” of lockdown
From the start of next week Poland will enter the second stage of its loosening of lockdown measures.
Polish parishes face shortfall as lockdown stops faithful from leaving cash offerings
Priests also face financial woes with religious lessons called off and customary donations drying up.
Catholic church calls for “free and fair elections” in Poland, while Tusk announces boycott
Poland’s bishops have warned that the election should not “raise legal doubts and suspicion of violating the constitution”.
Reward offered to find arsonists who caused week-long fire at Poland’s largest national park
The fire was probably caused by farmers illegally burning grass and exacerbated by recent dry weather.
“No privatisation of healthcare while I’m in office,” pledges Polish president ahead of election
President Duda praised public healthcare for allowing “every citizen to be treated equally”.
Rare peregrine falcons raising chicks in nest on 43rd floor of Poland’s tallest building
Peregrine falcons, once extinct in Poland, have been successfully introduced.
Polish government publishes list of “unpatriotic” firms importing milk from other EU countries
The blacklist comes amid a campaign encouraging Poles to “consciously buy Polish products”.
Closure of schools and universities extended by a month in Poland and exam dates announced
Universities, schools, preschools and nurseries will remain closed.
Polish coronavirus tests going into production and attracting interest from abroad
There have been enquiries from Germany, Norway and South Africa about purchasing the tests.
Poland’s postal election enveloped in confusion as government pushes ahead before legislation passed
The government has begun organising a postal election, despite the relevant legislation not yet being passed.
Farmers warn of food crisis in Poland due to lack of migrant seasonal workers during lockdown
Residents with work and family links across the borders with Germany and the Czech Republic have also called for restrictions to be loosened.
