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12.05.2025Day Russia's Consulate Burns While Words Ignite Presidential Debate

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Poland for 12.05.2025.

It displays 217 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

12.05.2025Day Russia's Consulate Burns While Words Ignite Presidential Debate
Poland shuttered Russia's Krakow consulate, with Foreign Minister Sikorski explaining this decision stemmed from Russian intelligence involvement in the Marywilska marketplace arson. "Stop setting Europe on fire," Sikorski demanded while summoning the Russian ambassador, who promised "retaliation."

The presidential campaign intensified with candidates preparing for the final debate. By evening, the TVP-hosted event erupted into personal attacks. Trzaskowski pressed Nawrocki on his controversial apartment acquisition, demanding he "return the money." Stanowski dramatically confronted moderator Wysocka-Schnepf, calling her "the high priestess of propaganda." Other candidates positioned themselves against the two frontrunners, with Hołownia threatening to exit the governing coalition over a disputed bill.

Economic news featured positive Tauron Q1 results, contrasting with warnings about EU regulations potentially redirecting Polish truck drivers' social security contributions abroad, threatening ZUS funding.
12.05.2025
04:03
Zadłużona branża meblarska nie radzi sobie z tanią konkurencją. Musi więc zmienić profil produkcji: postawić na nowe wzornictwo i klientów z grubszym portfelem.
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04:20Tusk Declares Marywilska Market Fire Russian Intelligence Operation

The newspapers report on Prime Minister Tusk's claim that the recent fire at Marywilska market was arson ordered by Russian intelligence services (Gazeta Prawna, Polsat News, Radio ZET). In domestic politics, coverage continues about presidential candidate Trzaskowski, with speculation about his debate performance and campaign (Do Rzeczy, wPolityce). Economic news highlights Chinese competition damaging the Polish furniture industry, which needs to change its production profile to survive (Rzeczpospolita). Other stories include Digital Minister Gawkowski warning against "digital colonialism" by tech giants (Wyborcza) and Sudan's deepening humanitarian crisis amid civil war (Polityka).
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05:49
Polski kierowca pracujący dla przewoźnika, który większość zleceń ma z Niemiec, wykonujący przewóz drogowy z Włoch do Francji, będzie podlegał włoskiemu i francuskiemu prawu pracy, niemieckiemu prawu ubezpieczeń społecznych oraz polskiemu prawu podatkowemu. Takie mogą być konsekwencje zmian planowanych przez UE w rozporządzeniach o koordynacji systemów zabezpieczenia społecznego.
05:49
05:58
Radio ZET

Adrian Zandberg Gościem Radia ZET. Zaprasza Bogdan Rymanowski

05:58

06:59Presidential Poll Shakeup As EU Transport Rules Threaten Social Security Billions

The newspapers report extensively on presidential election polls, with various surveys showing changes in candidate support (Do Rzeczy, Onet, Wirtualna Polska). Headlines suggest some political forces might lose parliamentary representation in future elections. Economic news focuses on EU regulatory changes that could redirect Polish truck drivers' social security contributions to other countries, potentially costing ZUS billions (Gazeta Prawna). Other topics include a tourist experiment with buses at Morskie Oko lake that apparently favored horse transportation (OKO.press), economist Prof. Kołodko warning about "unpopular decisions" coming after elections (Polsat News), and continuing Chinese competition damaging the Polish furniture industry (Rzeczpospolita).
08:16
08:59

09:19Poland Shuts Russian Consulate In Krakow

The newspapers report extensively on Poland closing Russia's consulate in Krakow, with Foreign Minister Sikorski explaining the reasons behind this diplomatic decision (Do Rzeczy, 300polityka, Radio ZET). International economic news covers a breakthrough in the US-China trade war, with both countries agreeing to mutually reduce punitive tariffs by 115 percentage points for 90 days (Rzeczpospolita, Wirtualna Polska). Other stories include reactions to Pope Leo XIV's first meeting with journalists where he thanked them for their "service to truth" (wPolityce), France's Élysée Palace responding to a video showing "strange behavior" by the French president (Onet), and Digital Minister Gawkowski's statements against "digital colonialism" by tech giants (Wyborcza).
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09:59
Rozpoczęła się dyskusja, że próg 100 tys. podpisów poparcia pod kandydaturami na prezydenta jest za niski i pozwala na start przypadkowym osobom o dziwacznych poglądach. Ale problem jest też z tymi 100 tys.: czy zbierane są uczciwie, a PKW czy może to sprawdzić?
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11:51

12:01Poland Shuts Russian Consulate Over Shopping Center Arson

The newspapers report extensively on deteriorating Polish-Russian diplomatic tensions. Poland has summoned the Russian ambassador (Do Rzeczy) and closed Russia's consulate in Krakow, citing evidence of Russian services' involvement in a Warsaw shopping center arson attack (Gazeta Prawna, Wprost). Moscow accuses Poland of "destroying relations" and threatens "adequate response" (Gazeta Prawna, Wprost). Presidential election coverage continues with focus on an upcoming debate that "may change everything" (Polsat News), Trzaskowski's campaign strategy shift (Onet), and questions Nawrocki should answer about his "housing scandal" (Rzeczpospolita). Other stories include CBA arrests related to Collegium Humanum (Radio ZET).
12:17
Sztab Karola Nawrockiego chce przemilczeć aferę mieszkaniową, mimo że pytań przybywa, Czy podczas poniedziałkowej debaty prezydenckiej wytłumaczy się z kłamstwa, które padło z jego ust podczas debaty „Super Expressu”?
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14:44Sikorski Demands Russia Stop European Sabotage

The newspapers report extensively on Poland-Russia diplomatic tensions. Foreign Minister Sikorski issued an ultimatum to Russia, demanding they "stop setting Europe on fire" (Wirtualna Polska, 300polityka), while the Kremlin accused Poland of "choosing hostility" (Onet) and a summoned Russian diplomat promised "retaliation" (Polsat News). Questions remain about Russian consulate closure in Krakow (Radio ZET). Presidential campaign coverage focuses on candidate Nawrocki's "apartment scandal" (Rzeczpospolita, OKO.press) and its impact on his polling. Other stories include a former PO politician Grabarczyk's final conviction (Do Rzeczy, Wprost) and the State Assets Minister's one-year summary, including nearly 100 cases sent to prosecutors (Gazeta Prawna).
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15:51
W kulturze obrazkowej, w jakiej przyszło nam żyć, fotka Karola Nawrockiego z Donaldem Trumpem jest warta więcej niż realne, zakulisowe rozmowy. Ale w rzeczywistości Biały Dom zdaje się stawiać na drużynę Rafała Trzaskowskiego.
15:51
15:51
Radio ZET

NA ŻYWO Marek Jakubiak gościem Radia ZET i Beaty Lubeckiej

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17:35

17:37Presidential Candidates' Theatrical Arrivals At Debate

The newspapers extensively report on the presidential debate preparations, with candidates arriving at TVP studios in various ways: Biejat by tram, Hołownia by bus, and Stanowski with an orchestra (Wyborcza, Super Express, Interia, Polsat News, Radio ZET). Some sources suggest the debate is designed to favor Trzaskowski, whose campaign is preparing a special finish strategy (wPolityce, Wprost). In foreign affairs, coverage includes Sikorski's conditions for not expelling Russian diplomats (Onet) and a US-China "trade reset" announcement (OKO.press). Other topics include magazine "Do Rzeczy" going public (Do Rzeczy) and conditions for receiving sickness benefits after employment termination (Gazeta Prawna).
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18:35Presidential Debate Explodes With Personal Attacks

The newspapers extensively cover the ongoing presidential debate in Poland. Eleven headlines focus on exchanges between candidates, with Hołownia declaring he would "never pardon" someone (Do Rzeczy, Polsat News), Trzaskowski attacking Nawrocki (Super Express, Rzeczpospolita), and journalist Stanowski strongly criticizing TVP host Wysocka-Schnepf, calling her the "high priestess of propaganda" (300polityka, Wirtualna Polska, Radio ZET). The debate, organized by TVP, Polsat News and TVN24, is the final one before the first round of voting on May 18 (Rzeczpospolita). In other news, OKO.press links the Marywilska market fire to alleged Russian hybrid operations, claiming it's part of a wider Russia-West conflict.
19:07
19:15
13 kandydatek i kandydatów na prezydenta bierze 12 maja udział w debacie prezydenckiej, która jest organizowana przez TVP, Polsat News i TVN24. To ostatnia debata prezydencka przed I turą wyborów, która odbędzie się 18 maja.
19:15
20:05
Grupa Tauron opublikowała wyniki finansowe za pierwszy kwartał 2025 r., osiągając rekordowe rezultaty. Zysk netto (czyli różnica między przychodami a wszystkimi kosztami, w tym podatkami) wyniósł 1,1 miliarda złotych, co stanowi wzrost o 107 proc. w porównaniu do analogicznego okresu roku poprzedniego.
20:05

20:06Trzaskowski-Nawrocki Clash Dominates Final Presidential Debate

The newspapers extensively cover the final presidential debate before the May 18 first round of elections. Multiple sources report on heated exchanges between candidates Trzaskowski and Nawrocki, describing their confrontation as "sharp" or "fierce" (Rzeczpospolita, Super Express, Wirtualna Polska). During the candidates' mutual questioning segment, Hołownia challenged Nawrocki to sue him (Onet), and accusations of "feeder-trough politics" were exchanged (Polsat News). In financial news, energy company Tauron reported record Q1 results with net profit of 1.1 billion złoty, a 107% increase year-over-year (Gazeta Prawna). Media personality Stanowski also made headlines for strongly criticizing TVP host Wysocka-Schnepf (Do Rzeczy).
21:56
Radio ZET

Debata prezydencka za nami. Komentarz ekspertów w Radiu ZET

21:56
22:03

22:05Final Presidential Debate Erupts Into Accusations

The newspapers extensively cover the final presidential debate. Multiple sources report on confrontational exchanges between candidates Trzaskowski and Nawrocki, with heated moments including accusations of "shame," "liar," and "high priestess of propaganda" (Onet, Rzeczpospolita). Specific flashpoints included Nawrocki's real estate situation (Wyborcza) and a tense exchange when Trzaskowski presented Nawrocki's statement (Polsat News). Several outlets declare Mentzen the debate's "complete loser" (Rzeczpospolita). In coalition politics, Hołownia threatened to leave the government coalition if a specific bill isn't passed, presenting an ultimatum to Domański and Civic Coalition (300polityka).
22:51
Debata w TVP miała być wielkim finałem kampanii prezydenckiej, a okazała się przydługim, bardzo ciężkostrawnym widowiskiem, po zakończeniu którego można poczuć ulgę, że nie czeka nas już żadna kampania z udziałem 13 kandydatów.
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