The Hear
Flag of poland
26.03.2025

26.03.2025Day American Soldiers Die As President Signs Asylum Ban

THE
The Hear Logo
HEAR

This page is an archive of main headlines from Poland for 26.03.2025.

It displays 198 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

26.03.2025Day American Soldiers Die As President Signs Asylum Ban
Morning reports revealed Poland's defense vulnerabilities, with claims of enough artillery ammunition for only three days of war and demographic challenges as birth rates fell below 250,000 annually. General Kraszewski called for reinstating conscription, including for women.

By afternoon, President Duda signed the asylum law suspension despite criticism from human rights officials, while challenging Tusk to confront Germany about migrants being transferred across the border. Prime Minister Tusk promised a responsive regulation by evening.

The tragic news of four American soldiers dying in Lithuania dominated late afternoon coverage. NATO Secretary General described it as "terrible news" while the US Army confirmed their vehicle was submerged in water.

Meanwhile, corruption investigations continued with leaked testimony from Paweł Szopa in the RARS scandal and allegations about Żandarmeria Wojskowa visiting historian Cenckiewicz's home. The tennis match between Świątek and her Filipino opponent concluded with a surprising defeat for the Polish star.
26.03.2025

04:54Poland Shifts 30 Billion To Defense Double-Duty Infrastructure

The newspapers report on Poland's significant defense investments, with 30 billion PLN allocated to dual-purpose infrastructure that could serve both civilian and military purposes (Gazeta Prawna). Security concerns continue as the BBN chief previously warned Poland might have ammunition for only five days of war in some areas (Polsat News). In foreign affairs, Russia has reportedly set conditions for a partial ceasefire in Ukraine, which President Zelensky dismisses as deceptive (Radio ZET, Wyborcza). Meanwhile, Deputy Foreign Minister Szejna faces scrutiny as security services have been investigating his security clearance for 13 months while Foreign Minister Sikorski continues granting him access to classified information (Niezależna).
05:08
Deregulacja dotknie współczesnych wyzwań, jak obronność, AI czy kryptowaluty. Na razie krajowe firmy nie mogą być dostawcami polskiego wojska, inwestycje w kryptowaluty uciekają do Czech, a podatnik jest nadal winny. Pierwszymi projektami rząd może się zająć w maju.
05:08
05:31
06:17
06:43
07:04
Radio ZET

NA ŻYWO Gen. Jarosław Kraszewski Gościem Radia ZET

07:04

07:06Poland's Artillery Ammunition Reserves Cover Only Three Days Of War

The newspapers report on defense concerns with claims that Poland has only enough 155mm ammunition for three days of war (Niezależna). Foreign affairs coverage includes Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov insulting NATO chief (Do Rzeczy), analysis of Russia preparing for prolonged war (Wirtualna Polska), a ceasefire agreement on the Black Sea being tested (Polityka), and German media warnings about Russian interest in the Suwałki Gap (Wprost). Political controversies continue with calls for Deputy Foreign Minister Szejna to resign (TVN24), Presidential candidate Trzaskowski's inconsistent statements on border protection (wPolityce), and concerns about Ordo Iuris and Orbán supporters potentially working with Trump against the EU (OKO.press).
07:20
07:27
07:27
07:27
Radio ZET

NA ŻYWO Gen. Kraszewski: Powinniśmy odwiesić pobór. Powinien wejść w życie bez zbędnej zwłoki

07:27
08:14
09:02

09:04Birth Rates Plummet Below 250,000 As Population Crisis Deepens

The newspapers report on Poland's demographic crisis with birth rates falling below 250,000 annually and a natural population decline of nearly 160,000 over the past year (Gazeta Prawna). Migration issues dominate with claims about Germany establishing a migrant center near the Polish border (Niezależna) and debates over asylum legislation (300polityka, Polsat News). Military concerns continue with General Kraszewski calling for the reintroduction of conscription, including for women (Radio ZET), while some sources suggest Russian military hysteria at Poland's deterrence measures (Wprost). Conservative commentator Cejrowski praises Trump's education policy changes (Do Rzeczy).
10:07
10:07
10:15
11:03

11:21Tax-Free Amount Debate Suspiciously Timed Before Elections

The newspapers report on economic concerns with the government potentially ending electricity price freezes (Do Rzeczy) and debates about increasing the tax-free amount, suspiciously timed before elections (Niezależna). Political coverage focuses on emerging campaign dynamics as commentators suggest Konfederacja's Mentzen is being positioned as a junior partner for PiS (Polityka, Wprost). Defense matters appear in reports about Ukrainian drone attacks over Russia creating problems for Russian propaganda (OKO.press) and Prime Minister Tusk meeting with NATO's Secretary General about preparedness for unexpected scenarios (300polityka). Corruption allegations emerge with reports of questionable spending by the Polish National Foundation (Onet).
11:36
12:10
12:43
13:01
13:18
W ostatnich latach w Polsce obserwuje się wzrost zainteresowania plecakami ewakuacyjnymi, zwłaszcza w kontekście rosnących napięć międzynarodowych i zwiększonej świadomości na temat konieczności przygotowania się na sytuacje kryzysowe. Plecaki te, zwane również survivalowymi, mają na celu zapewnienie podstawowego wyposażenia niezbędnego do przetrwania w nagłych sytuacjach wymagających szybkiej ewakuacji.
13:18

13:19NATO Chief Promises "Devastating" Response While Survival Backpacks Sell Out

The newspapers report on security concerns with NATO Secretary General's statement in Poland about a "devastating" response to aggression (Polsat News) and Von der Leyen announcing an EU armament plan opposed by three countries (Do Rzeczy). Defense preparedness appears in coverage of evacuation backpacks being sold even at Biedronka supermarket amid growing international tensions (Gazeta Prawna). Political controversies continue over the interrogation of Barbara Skrzypek, with both Ziobro and PiS president calling it illegal and potentially causing her death (Niezależna, wPolityce). On a positive note, Owsiak announced a new record for the WOŚP charity collection (Wprost, Wirtualna Polska).
13:26
14:01
14:43
14:51
14:51
15:08
15:34

15:35Duda Suspends Asylum Law While Demanding Tusk Confront Germany

The newspapers report on President Duda signing an asylum law suspension despite criticism from human rights officials (Do Rzeczy, OKO.press, 300polityka, Super Express). This follows with Duda writing to Prime Minister Tusk requesting he show "courage" regarding migrants being transferred from Germany (wPolityce). A corruption scandal continues at RARS with former head Kuczmierowski denying bribery allegations while Paweł Szopa's testimony has reportedly leaked (Onet, Niezależna). Military incidents dominate coverage with reports of American soldiers killed at a training ground in Lithuania (Polsat News, Wirtualna Polska) and others missing near the Belarus border (Radio ZET).
16:49
Rozmowy o zakończeniu wojny w Ukrainie trwają już od sześciu tygodni. Rosja nie zawiesza broni, ale już w najbliższych tygodniach liczy na poluzowanie sankcji. Testuje determinację Zachodu. Czy Trump będzie chciał przetestować szczerość Putina?
16:49
16:57
Radio ZET

Agnieszka Dziemianowicz-Bąk Gościem Radia ZET. Zaprasza Beata Lubecka

16:57
17:14
17:30

18:18Four American Soldiers Killed in Lithuania as NATO Chief Responds

The newspapers report on coalition tensions with Tusk allegedly being ignored by partners (Do Rzeczy) while President Duda sent him a letter with several questions (Super Express, 300polityka). Military incidents dominate with four US soldiers killed in Lithuania (Onet, Wprost) and accusations about neo-judges supporting presidential candidate Nawrocki (OKO.press). International affairs coverage includes Ukraine-Russia peace negotiations assessment suggesting Putin is winning (Rzeczpospolita) and a former KGB agent claiming Trump was recruited (Polsat News). In sports news, tennis star Świątek suffered a crushing defeat (Wirtualna Polska).
18:24
18:48
19:28
20:00
20:55
20:55

21:13Senate Rules on Hate Speech Bill

The newspapers report on the Senate's decision regarding the "hate speech" law (Do Rzeczy) and municipal housing disappearing across Poland as local governments sell off resources (Gazeta Prawna). Political developments include coverage of Szymon Hołownia's position as Parliament Speaker (Onet) and government opposition from right-wing politicians Mentzen and Nawrocki (300polityka, wPolityce). Foreign affairs coverage examines Finland's defense model against Russia (Polityka), Ukrainian offensive breakthroughs (TVN24), and questions about Trump's purported isolationism amid Middle East actions (Rzeczpospolita). The RARS scandal allegations continue to develop with Jabłoński claiming the case is falling apart (Niezależna).
21:27
22:00
22:32
22:56