In the first half of 2025, there were 15,500 attempted illegal crossings; this year the figure fell to 235.
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Reported hate crimes against Ukrainians in Poland up 30% this year
The figures come following a number of recent high-profile cases of verbal and physical attacks against Ukrainians.
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“Poland open to its ethnic and religious minorities,” declares president at meeting of community leaders
“I feel responsible for all citizens of Poland, regardless of where they pray or the national minority they come from,” declared Karol Nawrocki.
Polish woman who helped migrants at Belarus border charged with aiding their illegal entry to Germany
A search of her home found dozens of documents belonging to asylum seekers, most of whom had unlawfully left Poland.
Government sends safety handbook to every household in Poland
The guide includes information on what to do in the event of natural disasters as well as military attacks and terrorist threats.
President calls for “Poland without illegal immigrants” at football fan pilgrimage to Catholic shrine
Karol Nawrocki has become Poland’s first president to attend the annual pilgrimage to the country’s holiest Catholic shrine.
Law recognising Silesian as regional language in Poland approved by parliament
A previous such bill was vetoed by former President Andrzej Duda in 2024, and Karol Nawrocki may now do the same.
Poland plans greater support for female athletes after childbirth and protection for referees
The proposed law would extend and increase funding for for elite female athletes after they give birth.
Poland wants to protect school students’ right to choose their own clothes and hairstyle
Pupils should “have the right to shape their own attire and appearance”, says the education ministry.
Justice ministry seeks to end jail terms for blasphemy in Poland
The crime of “offending religious feelings” currently carries a potential prison sentence of up to two years.
Opposition to accepting Ukrainian refugees rises to highest ever level in Poland
Almost half (46%) of Poles now oppose receiving Ukrainian refugees, up from 3% in the wake of Russia’s full-scale invasion.
Ex-police officers to stand trial for drugging and stealing from strip-club clients in Poland
A total of 82 people have been indicted for the scam, which targeted foreign visitors in particular.
Poland to clamp down on hate crime
The number of hate crimes rose by over 40% in the first half of 2025.
Poland introduces biggest changes to spelling in almost a century
The Council of the Polish Language says the changes will simplify and standardise spelling.
