The National Council of the Judiciary (KRS) was at the heart of the rule-of-law crisis that emerged under PiS’s eight-year rule.
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Polish parliament approves first steps in ending near-total abortion ban
But the bills still face a number of major hurdles.
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Poland sets up search-and-rescue teams to help migrants crossing Belarus border
The move is part of a more humanitarian approach to the migration crisis promised by the new government.
Poland’s youngest MP suspended after recording revealing alleged corruption
His party, which is part of the ruling coalition, is investigating the claims.
Poland votes to suspend participation in Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe
The move is part of a wider NATO decision to suspend operation of the treaty in response to Russia’s decision to withdraw from it last year.
Polish parliament calls for EU sanctions on Russian agricultural imports
The resolution also calls on the EU to protect markets from “excessive” Ukrainian imports and withdraw “unreasonable and costly” climate policies.
Presidential visit highlights failings and opportunities in Poland’s relations with Africa
Jacek Płaza
Poland lacks a coherent and consistent strategy.
Poland claims success in EU agreement to revise road transport deal with Ukraine
The European Commission has proposed measures to ensure that the agreement does not cause “major disturbances” in EU road transport markets.
Polish ruling coalition partners clash after speaker delays bills to liberalise abortion law
The speaker says the bills should not be discussed ahead of local elections but The Left has condemned his decision.
Protesting farmers clash with police in Warsaw
Demonstrators started fires in front of the prime minister’s office and some have thrown fireworks at police officers.
Twenty thousand NATO troops join Dragon 24 exercises in Poland
The exercises are a test of the alliance’s deterrence and defence capabilities, including around the Suwałki Gap.
Poland to “fight for exemption” from EU’s migrant relocation plans
Poland argues that it has a “unique” situation due to the migration crisis on its border with Belarus and its reception of Ukrainian refugees.
Polish government unveils planned overhaul of “defective” constitutional court
The measures aim to “restore the independence of the Constitutional Tribunal”.
Poland signs $2.5bn deal with US for air defence system
It will make Poland the first country other than the US itself to use the system.