NGOs have protested against the legislation, which they say gives officers a “licence to kill”.
Security
Zelensky and Tusk sign Polish-Ukrainian security agreement in Warsaw
The pair also discussed creating a “Ukrainian legion” made up of Ukrainians located in Poland.
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Warsaw to spend €27 million on emergency preparedness, including shelters
We do not assume any very bad scenario [will happen]. But we must be prepared for every eventuality.”
Poland increases security on Belarus border over Wagner presence
The arrival of Wagner forces in Belarus “could mark a new phase of hybrid warfare”, says Jarosław Kaczyński.
Paris embassy clarifies ambassador’s claim Poland could “enter conflict” in Ukraine
The ambassador’s comments were taken out of context, says the embassy.
Poland to buy 288 rocket artillery launchers from South Korea
“Analysis of the war in Ukraine shows how important and significant artillery is,” says the defence minister.
Poland orders check of bomb shelters to “prepare for darkest scenario” amid Ukraine war
Concerns have previously been raised over the quantity and quality of bomb shelters in Poland.
Polish government publishes survival guide in case of war
The booklet offers advice on how to survive under foreign occupation as well as in other types of crises.
Poland to host emergency summit of eastern NATO states to discuss Ukraine
The “Bucharest Nine”, a group of eastern NATO member states, will discuss the situation around Ukraine and its impact on regional security.
Polish health minister gets increased security over anti-vaxxer threat
Last week a far-right MP told Adam Niedzielski “you will hang”.
Son of Polish opposition MP detained for “promoting communism”
He reportedly “called for a revolution and the creation of a communist state” on social media.
New Polish ID cards blocked after fingerprint scanners raise security concerns
The new cards were due to be introduced in August and bring Poland in line with new EU rules.
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