The practice was started in 2006 by the late President Lech Kaczyński and has continued since.
Lech Kaczyński
Parliament strips Polish opposition leader Kaczyński of immunity from prosecution
The PiS chairman is accused of hitting an activist during a scuffle at a commemoration of the Smolensk plane disaster.
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Kaczyński announces assassination investigation over Smolensk crash and wants Putin to face ICC
Opposition figures accused Kaczyński of using a national tragedy for political purposes ahead of this year’s elections.
NfP podcast: The life and politics of the Kaczyński brothers
Stanley Bill talks about the political careers and continuing significance of Lech and Jarosław Kaczyński.
Smolensk crash may never be explained, says Kaczyński
His announcement stands in contrast to regular promises that the “truth” will soon be revealed.
Commemoration and controversy as Poland marks tenth anniversary of Smolensk crash
Jarosław Kaczyński and others have paid tribute to those who died in the air disaster.
Norman Davies: Remembering Katyn and Smolensk
Norman Davies
The historian recalls his participation in commemorations of the Katyn massacre, days before the Smolensk plane crash.
