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23.05.2025

23.05.2025Day Presidential Debate Ignites Over Foreign Ties While Baltic Skies Witness Confrontation

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Poland for 23.05.2025.

It displays 233 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

23.05.2025Day Presidential Debate Ignites Over Foreign Ties While Baltic Skies Witness Confrontation
The morning began with new revelations about Nawrocki's past, including alleged participation in football hooligan "arranged fights" and a property transaction involving a sex offender. Media outlets reported competing polls showing a tight presidential race.

By midday, Polish F-16s intercepted a Russian SU-24 aircraft performing "dangerous maneuvers" over the Baltic Sea, escalating regional tensions following yesterday's warnings about the Baltic becoming "a place of confrontation."

International developments impacted Poland with Trump announcing 50% tariffs on EU goods starting June 1, and Lithuania reportedly preparing for potential conflict with Russia.

The evening was dominated by the presidential debate between Trzaskowski and Nawrocki. Sharp exchanges occurred over foreign funding allegations, with Trzaskowski declaring he "prefers Soros to Orbán." The debate climaxed when Nawrocki approached Trzaskowski with a photograph, making allegations about a "pedophile from Targówek." Post-debate analysis generally favored Trzaskowski's performance.
23.05.2025
04:12

04:40Decisive Presidential Debate Looms As Tusk Promises Nawrocki Revelations

The newspapers report extensively on the presidential election, with Karol Nawrocki now leading Rafał Trzaskowski in polls (Rzeczpospolita, Super Express, Wprost). Friday's debate is viewed as crucial, with specific questions expected to influence the outcome (Super Express). Prime Minister Tusk has promised "surprising information" about Nawrocki in coming days (Wprost), while media obtained details about Nawrocki's past physical altercations (Wirtualna Polska). Analysts discuss what factors will be decisive in the second round (Onet), with comparisons to the 2023 election turnout (OKO.press). Internationally, China proposes new cooperation with Poland's region (Gazeta Prawna).
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06:01
Radio ZET

NA ŻYWO Krzysztof Kwiatkowski w Gościu Radia ZET

06:01
07:10
Niemiecka gospodarka rośnie silniej niż oczekiwano. Niemiecki urząd statystyczny koryguje swoje szacunki w górę. Szefowa urzędu statystycznego Destatis, Ruth Brand jako powód podaje zaskakująco dobrą sytuację gospodarczą. Mimo to Niemcom grozi w tym roku najdłuższa recesja w historii Republiki Federalnej.
07:10

07:12Trzaskowski Faces Both Hope In Polls And Disinformation Wave

The newspapers report extensively on the presidential race, with contrasting polls regarding Trzaskowski's chances (Do Rzeczy, wPolityce). A wave of disinformation targeting Trzaskowski is spreading on Facebook (OKO.press), while his SMS to Zandberg reveals coalition-building efforts (Polsat News, Radio ZET). Foreign Minister Sikorski warns about the Baltic becoming "the world's most dangerous sea" due to Russian "shadow fleet" activities (Polityka). In economic news, Germany's economy shows surprising growth, though recession concerns persist (Rzeczpospolita). Former minister Czarnek claims he was prepared for political attacks (300polityka).
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10:02

10:13Nawrocki Under Media Scrutiny While Lithuania Prepares For Conflict

The newspapers report extensively on the presidential race between Nawrocki and Trzaskowski, with new polls showing a tight contest ahead of the second round (Gazeta Prawna, Radio ZET). Media outlets are allegedly searching for compromising information about Nawrocki in Gdańsk (Do Rzeczy), with some revelations already causing online controversy (Onet, Wirtualna Polska). There's significant focus on the upcoming presidential debate preparations (Polsat News). Meanwhile, Lithuania is reportedly preparing for potential conflict with Russia, which treats Poland as an enemy and Lithuania as "property temporarily out of control" (Polityka). A World War II memorial in Berlin has drawn criticism for being incomplete and lacking information about Polish victims (Rzeczpospolita).
12:28

12:46Polish Jets Intercept Russian Aircraft Over Baltic

The newspapers report extensively on Polish fighter jets intercepting a Russian SU-24 aircraft over the Baltic Sea, described as performing "dangerous maneuvers" (Onet, Polsat News, Radio ZET). Donald Trump has announced 50% tariffs on European Union goods starting June 1, citing difficult trade relations (Rzeczpospolita, Wirtualna Polska). Polish politics remain prominent with TVP releasing a new presidential poll (Do Rzeczy), ongoing investigations into Judge Piebiak's property matters (OKO.press), allegations about Nawrocki promising to pardon Braun (Super Express), and Kaczyński promoting a Sunday march against the government (300polityka).
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15:22
Prezydent USA Donald Trump uderza w towary sprowadzane z Unii Europejskiej aż 50-procentową stawką celną. I to już za tydzień, co nie zostawia wiele czasu na negocjacje. Polska ucierpi, choć nie bezpośrednio.
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16:13

16:16Nawrocki's Past Questioned As Presidential Race Intensifies

The newspapers report extensively on the presidential race between Trzaskowski and Nawrocki, with critical weekend developments expected (Interia, Do Rzeczy, Polsat News). Multiple outlets cover allegations about Nawrocki's past, including claims he helped a sex offender and later acquired his apartment (Wyborcza), and supposed "staged" campaign events (Radio ZET, Wirtualna Polska). International tensions feature prominently with Trump announcing 50% tariffs on EU goods (OKO.press, Rzeczpospolita), Russia's Lavrov declaring plans to "liberate" Ukrainians (Onet), and Poland's "Eastern Shield" border fortifications being revealed (Gazeta Prawna).
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17:56

17:59Presidential Debate Showdown Looms As Candidates Trade Confidence Claims

The newspapers extensively report on the imminent presidential debate between Rafał Trzaskowski and Karol Nawrocki scheduled for 8 PM tonight, which is receiving significant national attention (Polsat News, Radio ZET, Rzeczpospolita, Wirtualna Polska, Wyborcza). Trzaskowski has arrived at the TVP studios (Polsat News, Wirtualna Polska) and statements from both candidates suggest confidence, with Trzaskowski claiming Nawrocki should be worried (Super Express, Wirtualna Polska) while Nawrocki states he is "perfectly prepared" and fears no questions (Onet, Wyborcza). Meanwhile, Maciej Lasek has strongly criticized Nawrocki, calling his behavior "the absolute height of impudence" (Do Rzeczy).
18:21
18:38

18:39Presidential Debate Erupts Over Foreign Funding Claims

The newspapers extensively cover the ongoing presidential debate between Rafał Trzaskowski and Karol Nawrocki, with multiple sources reporting heated exchanges and "flying sparks" (Super Express, Radio ZET, Rzeczpospolita). A significant moment occurred when Nawrocki accused Trzaskowski of receiving foreign funding from "German foundations and Soros" (wPolityce, 300polityka, Polsat News), to which Trzaskowski responded that he "prefers Soros to Orbán" and threatened legal action over these claims (Wirtualna Polska, 300polityka, Polsat News). Meanwhile, far-right figure Bąkiewicz is rallying support for a march for Nawrocki, while Braun claims PiS offered him a pardon despite no indictment yet existing (Polityka).

19:32Presidential Debate Erupts Over Soros Versus Orbán Preferences

The newspapers extensively cover the presidential debate between Trzaskowski and Nawrocki, describing it as heated with sharp exchanges (Onet, Super Express, Radio ZET). A significant moment occurred when Trzaskowski declared "I prefer Soros to Orbán" in response to Nawrocki's allegations (Do Rzeczy, 300polityka). The debate featured pointed exchanges about border security with accusations about "colleagues delivering pizza at the border" (Radio ZET) and discussions about Trump, Ukraine, and Putin (Super Express). Media coverage itself became controversial, with allegations of biased production favoring Trzaskowski, including claims of using a footstool and manipulative camera work (wPolityce).
20:47

20:57Presidential Debate Ends With Nawrocki's Photo Prop Confrontation

The newspapers extensively cover the presidential debate between Trzaskowski and Nawrocki, with most sources suggesting Trzaskowski performed better (Rzeczpospolita, OKO.press, Radio ZET). A particularly intense moment occurred when Nawrocki approached Trzaskowski with a photo, making allegations about a "pedophile from Targówek" (300polityka, Do Rzeczy). Radio ZET reports Nawrocki made a factual error about the Ukraine war timeline. While many outlets describe the debate as emotionally charged (Super Express, Polsat News, Onet), Rzeczpospolita notes that despite winning the debate, Trzaskowski hasn't necessarily secured the election, as his attacks on right-wing symbols might mobilize his opponents.
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