Maciej Świrski, an ally of the former ruling Law and Justice (PiS) party, called the vote “unconstitutional” and vowed to stay in post.
Politics
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.
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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.
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.
What are the prospects for the Tusk government?
Aleks Szczerbiak
Defeat in the presidential election has scuppered the ruling coalition’s plans to reset its reform agenda.
Tusk reshuffles Polish government, replacing justice and interior ministers
The reshuffle comes following the government’s defeat in last month’s presidential election.
Poland asks EU Parliament to strip former CEO of state energy firm of immunity
Daniel Obajtek is accused of giving false testimony in court and of unlawfully restricting the distribution of a magazine.
Poland has first ambassador to Israel since 2021 restitution law dispute
The new ambassador says that “the entire democratic world should – must – support Israel in its fight against terrorists”.
Poland deserves “appreciation and support” for protecting EU from illegal migration, says Germany
Germany’s interior minister visited Poland’s highly fortified border with Belarus alongside his Polish counterpart.
Polish archbishop condemns “fear and hate” of migrants as unchristian
“Every person has the right to choose a place to live, and the right to be respected in that place for their beliefs, culture, language and faith.”
Thousands join anti-immigration marches around Poland
“We don’t want Poland sharing the fate of western Europe,” said the organisers.
Court ruling ends criminal probe into mask purchases by Polish government during pandemic
The deal drew controversy amid reports it was arranged through a ski instructor who was a family friend of the health minister.
