Time is running out for Germany to pay Polish WWII victims the compensation they deserve [Opinion]
Philipp Fritz There are 30,000-50,000 such survivors, but their number dwindles every week.
Leader of junior coalition partner quits Polish government
However, her party, Poland 2050, is set to remain in the government.
Protesters return to Poland’s streets demanding liberalisation of abortion law
They criticised the government for failing to fulfil its promises.
Poland charges second Georgian man over murder of Russian dissident
Robert Kuzovkov (who went by the name of Semyon Skrepetsky) was shot dead near his home in Poland this year.
Poland and India aim to double trade by 2030 as PMs meet in New Delhi
Polish-Indian relations are "gaining speed", said Narendra Modi.
How will recent scandals affect Polish politics?
Aleks Szczerbiak Political scandals now rarely have the dramatic impact they once did.
Court acquits Polish soldier who accidentally shot Syrian refugee at Belarus border
The Syrian man had been seeking 50,000 zloty (€11,500) in compensation.
Poland condemns Ukrainian region for honouring figures associated with WWII massacres of Poles
"Glorifying criminal figures is contrary to European values," says the foreign ministry.
Parliament approves liberalisation of Poland’s abortion laws
One would reverse the near-total abortion ban while the other would decriminalise abortion assistance.
Polish leaders condemn Hegseth’s “scandalous” remarks downplaying role of US allies in Afghanistan
Prime Minister Donald Tusk read out a message sent to him by a Polish army medic who served in Afghanistan.
Poland detains Polish-Ukrainian military reservist on suspicion of espionage
It has not been revealed which country he is accused of seeking to spy for.
Poland expels 15 Russians and Belarusians who tried to take part in Karate World Championships
The 11 Belarusian citizens and four Russians had entered Poland on tourist visas.
Poland condemns attack by Israeli settlers on delegation that included Polish diplomats
The incident has likewise been condemned by France, Belgium and the EU, as well as Israel's own foreign minister.
Poland moves to allow more municipalities to charge tourist fee
Kraków, which received 8.7 million overnight tourists last year, had appealed for a change to the law.
Poland drops proposal to criminalise providing help to illegal migrants following outcry
Critics said the law could have exposed volunteers helping migrants to up to three years in prison.
Heads of Polish and Ukrainian national remembrance institutes hold first meeting since 2018
The two countries have been seeking reconciliation over difficult historical issues.
Ukraine finds remains of 30 people in search for victims of massacre by Polish WWII partisans
Poland recently granted permission for Ukraine to conduct a search for the victims.
Poland signs agreement on planned second nuclear plant
"This is an investment in our security, sovereignty and economic development," says the energy minister.
Everything you need to know one year ahead of Poland’s parliamentary elections
Daniel Tilles Polling suggests the outcome is too close to call.
Kraków’s new mayor withdraws patronage of LGBT+ equality march
Łukasz Gibała, who has been supportive of LGBT+ rights in the past, argues that the event has become too "partisan".
Norwegian defence firm Kongsberg to build anti-drone factory in Poland
It will invest over 200 million zloty (€46 million) in the facility, creating over 100 long-term jobs.
New Polish constitutional court judge takes oath in defiance of president
The new judge, Maciej Berek, was recently described by Prime Minister Donald Tusk as his "right-hand man".
Man charged with plotting attack on Polish PM
Improvised explosive devices were discovered at his home.
Poland and Norway sign declaration on deepening security ties
The plans include joint defence production, strengthening NATO's northern and eastern flanks, and continued support for Ukraine.
Independent beats PM Tusk’s candidate in Kraków mayoral election
Łukasz Gibała won at the fourth attempt, having previously stood in every mayoral election since 2014.
Polish security services report alleged assassination plot against PM Tusk
Defence minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz was reportedly also a target.
Polish prosecutors seek to drop case against South Asian men who slaughtered goat in kebab bar
The Bangladeshi and Indian men said they did not know the practice was prohibited in Poland.
Polish police detain more teens following school knife attacks amid fears of further incidents
Many parents decided not to keep their children at home as online rumours swirled.
Polish parliament approves ban on nighttime alcohol sales in shops
All forms of advertising alcohol will also be prohibited.
Polish man suspected of helping Russian plot to assassinate Zelensky sentenced to 5.5 years
He conducted reconnaissance of Rzeszów airport, a major hub for goods and people being transported in and out of Ukraine.
Beavers destroy sign warning about beavers
The damage was reported by foresters who installed the sign.
One person killed in second school knife attack in Poland in two days
"We are seeing a radicalisation of young people," warns the education minister.
Poland launches €114m fund to support space technology firms
State development bank BGK will invest in 15-20 companies as Poland seeks to strengthen its technological independence.
Warsaw records EU’s highest employment rate
The figure for Poland's capital and its surrounding area stood at 86.9%, more than 10 percentage points above the level for the EU as a whole.
Ukrainian refugees raised Poland’s GDP by 2.4% in 2025, finds UN study
At the same time, their growing presence in the labour market had no negative impact on employment or wages.
Poland to review Paramount takeover of TVN through acquisition of Warner Bros
TVN, one of Poland's biggest broadcasters, was in 2024 placed by the government on a list of strategic companies.
Poland updates nuclear strategy with delays to launch of first two plants
The updated nuclear strategy targets up to 9 GW of capacity and a bigger role for Polish industry in future projects.
Remains of 115 Polish WWII soldiers exhumed in Ukraine
The soldiers died defending Lviv, then known as Lwów, when Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union invaded Poland.
Polish coal mining giant JSW to shed 4,200 jobs – 21% of its workforce – this year
The EU's largest producer of coking coal producer reported a 1 billion zloty loss in the first half of 2026.
Polish president backs down and approves government’s windfall tax on fuel companies
The government immediately moved to reintroduce subsidies on fuel prices for consumers.
Leading Polish business owners invest in small nuclear reactor venture
The company of Poland's richest man raised 500 million zloty as it seeks to develop a fleet of BWRX-300 reactors in Poland and beyond.
Activists launch world’s first abortion pill delivery locker in Poland
Access to abortion is tightly restricted in Poland, which has some of the world's strictest laws.
Fugitive opposition politician granted safe passage to return to Poland against prosecutors’ wishes
Marcin Romanowski is believed to be in the pro-Russian Moldovan breakaway region of Transnistria.
Speaker of Polish parliament signs off on service dog’s retirement after eight years of “exemplary” service
Cobra was one of the first dogs to serve in the security force of Poland's parliament.
Inflation hits 4% in Poland as fuel prices surge
Fuel costs jump 36.1%, pushing inflation above the central bank's target range for the first time since June 2025.
US ambassador inaugurates planned Polish-American Centre at Kraków’s Kościuszko Mound
The facility "will serve as a living symbol of friendship, understanding, and transatlantic cooperation".
EU court rejects Poland’s request to suspend implementation of Mercosur trade deal
"Poland has not provided any concrete evidence to establish the likelihood and imminence of serious and irreparable damage."
Poland recovers looted painting that once hung in SS officers’ club in occupied Warsaw
The owner of the painting has donated it to Warsaw's National Museum after learning of its provenance.
Russia condemns Polish city’s “barbaric” removal of Monument of Gratitude to the Red Army
The fate of the monument has been subject to a long-running legal and political battle in Rzeszów.
Polish president “doesn’t like” Trump inviting Putin to G20 but will still attend summit
"If it were up to us, Russia should be isolated in all international forums," says President Nawrocki's chief foreign policy aide.
Poland extends tax rights to same-sex couples with foreign marriages
The decision adds to marital benefits now available in Poland to same-sex couples married elsewhere in the EU.
Prosecutors drop case in which Wałęsa was accused of lying about being communist collaborator
"Truth has triumphed over an attempt to rewrite history," wrote the justice minister.
Poland issues guidance on responding to air attacks and warns of Russia threat
85,000 shelters are to be marked with clear signs across Poland by the end of the year.
Zelensky condemns knife attack by Ukrainian at Polish abbey that left priest dead and others injured
Prime Minister Donald Tusk pledged that the perpetrator, who is in police custody, will face the "full severity of Polish law".
Polish constitutional court officials charged with preventing entry of new judges
Meanwhile, the court's chief justice announced proceedings of his own against three other judges.
Starlink ground station in Poland hit by fire in suspected arson attack
The facility is used to provide internet services to Ukraine, with a minister suggesting Russia may be behind the fire.
Poland and Belarus seek thaw in relations as foreign ministers meet for first time in a decade
Radosław Sikorski met with Maxim Ryzhenkov on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.
Russian military helicopter violates Polish airspace
The helicopter did not travel further than 300 metres into Polish airspace and remained there for 42 seconds.
Senior Polish presidential official detained amid probe into misspending of funds
The case relates to the Polish National Foundation, a body created under the former government to promote Poland abroad.
New US “Fort Trump” military base in Poland “confirmed”, says President Nawrocki
"I think that this matter is for sure confirmed because President Trump is famous for keeping his word."
Moody’s cuts Poland’s credit rating to lowest level since 2002
The agency says it "expects a sustained deterioration in Poland's fiscal strength".
Poland joins European Anti-Ballistic Missile Coalition
The news was confirmed by Donald Tusk during a meeting with Volodymyr Zelensky in Ukraine.
American Nobel laureate receives Polish citizenship
Victor Ambros says he wants to "help improve the international position of Polish science".
Polish ruling party MP stripped of immunity and detained at request of EU prosecutors
Wojciech Król is accused of involvement in corruption relating to the spending of EU funds in Poland.
Russia planning “accidental” strikes on eastern NATO states, warns Poland
Russia wants to create a sense of "NATO's helplessness", said Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
Warsaw launches patrols to crack down on improperly parked electric scooters
More than 140 improperly parked scooters have been towed as the city introduced new patrols.
Polish right-wing opposition MPs call for Independence Day march in Ukrainian city of Lviv
Lviv was historically part of Poland and still has an ethnic Polish minority population.
European Parliament strips Polish far-right leader of immunity to face Holocaust denial charge
It is the sixth time that the EP has lifted Braun's immunity, and the second time for charges of Holocaust denial.
China overtakes Germany as Poland’s biggest source of imports for first time
It ends a period of around 35 years in which Germany had consistently held top spot.
Polish PM condemns “disgrace” of failed Venezuela oil deal under former government following FT report
State energy giant Orlen lost hundreds of millions of dollars it handed to intermediaries.
“Don’t be a creep”: Polish ice cream company launches campaign against sexual harassment of staff
Good Lood has empowered its staff to refuse service to customers making inappropriate remarks.
Polish government funds TV campaign on emergency preparedness
Poland has faced growing threats from Russia, including sabotage and airspace violations.
Drone hits Kyiv-Warsaw train close to Polish border during Russian attacks on Ukraine
In a separate incident, a truck was also struck around 800 metres from a border crossing with Poland.
Poland issued EU’s third most residence permits to immigrants in 2025
However, the number of permits issued fell for the fourth year running, as Poland tightened migration rules.
Poland and other V4 countries will block EU climate policies that raise energy costs, warns Tusk
"Energy prices in this region must fall," said the Polish prime minister alongside his V4 counterparts.
Polish far-right leader Braun vandalises Ukrainian monument with hammer
The memorial is dedicated to soldiers from the UPA, which fought against Soviets but was also responsible for massacring Poles.
Polish train drivers announce go-slow protest after deadly crash at rail crossing
The government has pledged to introduce "very tough" new punishments for those who violate regulations at crossings.
Almost 80% of Poles support helping Baltic states if Russia attacks
The poll follows controversy over comments by a senior opposition figure casting doubt over Poland fulfilling its NATO obligations.
Polish school pupils second best at maths in EU
Poland was also third best at reading and the fifth best at science in the latest international PISA study.
Poland secures further $4bn financing from US to buy American military equipment
Poland's defence minister called it a "great honour", because such financing is "granted only to the best allies".
“We remember where Germany in the hands of a far-right, pro-Russian party can lead,” says Polish FM
The rise of the far-right AfD in Germany has been watched with particular concern in Poland.
Robots “protest” in Warsaw to demand regulation of AI and automation
The human organisers say there needs to be greater public debate over the impact of new technologies on the labour market.
Far-right candidate excluded from Kraków mayoral election after signature blunder
Over 2,000 of the signatures from local residents in support of the Confederation candidate were invalid.
Poland urges EU to deny asylum to migrants who violently cross its borders
Poland has already introduced similar measures of its own on its border with Belarus.
Poland’s oldest operating electric train, 63-year-old “Granny”, returns to the tracks after a refurb
The train has been in operation since 1963.
Poland to begin using sewage water to cool power plants
The measures are intended to reduce the use of fresh water and make the power system more resilient to increasingly regular droughts.
Prime minister’s “right-hand man” elected as Polish constitutional court judge
Maciej Berek was chosen despite a rebellion from some members of the ruling coalition.
Poland offers businesses seats on presidential plane for foreign visits
The presidential chancellery is already accepting applications for firms to join Karol Nawrocki's visit to New York this month.
Poland summons Russian ambassador in show of solidarity with Germany
"[We] expressed our strong condemnation of state terrorism perpetrated by Russia," said Poland's foreign minister.
Poland moves to allow local communities to ban short-term rentals
The growth of such accommodation has prompted a backlash in Poland.
NfP podcast: How small towns became a testing ground for Poland’s far right
Alicja Ptak and Daniel Tilles We discuss our new study of how four contentious issues have played out in 19 small Polish towns.
Polish drone plant fire “undoubtedly” arson and likely ordered by Russia, says Tusk
""This is a continuation of Russia's escalatory actions throughout the region," said the prime minister.
Polish court orders Catholic diocese to compensate child sex abuse victim and priest to apologise
It is one of the largest compensation orders ever issued against Poland's Catholic church.
Poland grants Ukraine permission to search for remains of Ukrainians massacred by Polish partisans
The decision marks the latest step towards reconciliation over a difficult shared history.
Poles eating more meat but drinking less alcohol
The average person in Poland ate 82 kilograms of meat in 2025, which was 7.5% more than a year earlier.
Poland investigates potential “foreign intelligence” involvement in fire at drone plant
The fire broke out at a facility belonging to WB Electronics, Europe's largest drone maker.
Fundraiser for baby orphaned by speeding driver in Polish city reaches 1 million zloty
The accident has brought anger and calls for action from residents and local politicians.
Polish student accused of planning Islamist terrorist attack on Christmas market to stand trial
The 20-year-old was a first year at the Catholic University of Lublin but reportedly became "infatuated with Islam".
Polish WWII massacre victims reburied in Ukraine at ceremony attended by officials from both countries
The 55 victims, half of whom were children, were among around 100,000 killed by Ukrainian nationalists.
Poland is terrible at promoting itself – but has never had better press
Daniel Tilles Politicians should let Poland’s achievements speak for themselves, and support those already telling its story.
Polish government sets out draft 2027 budget with deficit remaining at 7.1% of GDP
Defence, healthcare and the energy transition are among the spending priorities.
Polish “vampire” burial sheds light on 17th-century efforts to keep the dead in their graves
The remains of a teenage girl were found with a padlock fastened to her toe and a sickle placed across her neck.
Polish president’s office criticises government for rejecting hosting of allied nuclear weapons
Poland has been in talks over joining the US-led NATO nuclear sharing programme.
Kraków withdraws fireworks ban after negative court ruling
The city argued the ban would improve safety for people and animals, but the provincial governor questioned its legality.
Polish Olympic Committee chief detained over links to collapsed crypto firm
Radosław Piesiewicz has denied reports he received a €40,000 watch from the head of the crypto firm.
Poland asks EU to fine Meta €250m over scam Facebook ads
It follows a campaign by billionaire Rafał Brzoska over scam adverts that exploit fake images of him and other prominent Polish public figures.
US provides equipment and training to protect Polish border from migratory pressures
"Stronger border security strengthens our shared security," declared the US embassy.
Polish prosecutors investigate crypto firm’s links to conservative opposition politicians and organisations
Those named include former justice minister Zbigniew Ziobro, broadcaster Republika, and the Polish version of CPAC.
Polish far-right leader charged with Holocaust denial for calling Auschwitz gas chambers “fake”
Denying Nazi crimes is a criminal offence in Poland that carries a prison sentence of up to three years.
Poland’s Mesko signs €1.9bn deal to supply Piorun air-defence systems to four NATO countries
It is the largest ever order for Pioruns, which have been in demand since proving their worth in Ukraine.
Regulation on recognising foreign same-sex marriages comes into force in Poland
The decision came in response to an EU ruling requiring Poland to recognise such unions.
Ukraine to establish new national pantheon as Poland warns against honouring massacre figures
President Zelensky reiterated that "only Ukrainians will decide who is a hero to us".
Rising US sprint star Sam Blaskowski seeks to switch allegiance to Poland
His personal-best 100 metres sprint time is more than a tenth of a second faster than the current Polish national record.
How will the Law and Justice split affect Polish politics?
Aleks Szczerbiak The biggest-ever split within PiS is a serious self-inflicted wound, complicating the right’s path back to power.
Polish NGOs urge PM’s “right-hand man” to withdraw constitutional court candidacy
They warn that Maciej Berek's political ties could undermine efforts to restore public trust in the court.
Poland summons Israeli ambassador over discontinued investigation into killing of Gaza aid workers
Among those killed in the strikes was a Polish aid worker, Damian Soból.
New official tasked with promoting Poland criticised over error-strewn, potentially AI-generated report
The document mislocated major Polish cities and included bizarre language mixing Polish and English.
Poland tests 250 km/h train speeds for planned cuts to intercity journey times
Regular passenger trains are expected to reach such speeds in late 2027.
Polish government proposes middle-class tax cuts funded by increased rates for wealthiest
The changes would lower taxes for an estimated 3.5 million people with around or slightly above average earnings.
Poland launches tourism campaign featuring Lewandowski, Eisenberg and Rubik
The initiative is operating under the slogan "Poland. More than you expected".