The government wants to spend 2.5 billion zloty this year, up from 1 billion in 2024.
Politics
Polish ruling coalition votes in support of EU defence policy, opposition against
The opposition warns it will lead to further centralisation of powers in Brussels and leave Poland with less control over its own security.
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Poland reminds Musk that foreign interference in its elections is illegal
“We must protect our democratic process so that Poles, not foreigners, choose our president,” says the foreign minister.
More Poles believe rule of law has worsened under Tusk government than improved
The most common answer, given by 34.8%, was that “the situation has got worse” while only 24.4% said it improved.
Polish resident of border town takes Germany to court over border controls
The measures are intended to prevent illegal immigration, but he says they violate free-movement rules.
Polish farmers hold anti-EU protest in Warsaw
Organisers say they were opposed to “five dictates from Brussels”.
President Duda criticises Polish government in final New Year’s speech
He accused Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s government of “causing chaos”, “deepening divisions” and “weakening Polish democracy”.
Why are Poles so disappointed with the Tusk government?
Aleks Szczerbiak
Next year’s presidential election could turn into a plebiscite on Donald Tusk’s government.
Poland begins EU presidency with focus on security
“Security, Europe!” is the slogan of Poland’s six months holding the EU’s rotational presidency.
Poland ends agreement with Russian-based Intersputnik space communication network
The decision is part of Poland’s strategy to “refrain from cooperation with representatives of Russia”.
Polish parliament celebrates Hanukkah amid far-right protest outside
One year ago the same event was attacked with a fire extinguisher by far-right MP Grzegorz Braun.
Electoral commission votes to accept previously rejected opposition financial report
The decision marks the latest twist in a long-running political and legal battle linked to the judicial reforms implemented by PiS itself.
Israeli official condemns report Poland would arrest Netanyahu if he attends Auschwitz anniversary
“We are obliged to respect the decisions of the International Criminal Court,” says a Polish deputy foreign minister.
Poland to take Hungary to EU court over asylum for opposition politician
Marcin Romanowski is wanted on a European Arrest Warrant after being charged with 11 alleged crimes.
