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26.06.2025The Day the Astronaut Reached the Station

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Poland for 26.06.2025.

It displays 178 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

26.06.2025The Day the Astronaut Reached the Station
Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski successfully docked at the International Space Station aboard the Dragon capsule, marking Poland's historic space achievement. Media tracked every phase from docking to hatch opening to the astronaut's first Polish words aboard the ISS, generating national celebration.

Electoral disputes intensified as Justice Minister Bodnar demanded responses from Supreme Court leadership while 28 legal judges declared the Control Chamber lacks authority to rule on election validity. The Supreme Court published inspection protocols from 13 commissions showing vote counting irregularities, deepening institutional conflicts.

Coalition tensions peaked as Hołownia issued an ultimatum to the Left party demanding the deputy prime minister position. Tusk warned coalition leaders to "behave decently" during their "serious test" while facing criticism over his alliance with Roman Giertych in the electoral controversy.

Security concerns emerged as Russian forces massed near Poland's border ahead of Zapad 2025 military exercises, while presidential candidate Nawrocki continued building relationships across the political spectrum through meetings with defense officials and opposition leaders.
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Radio ZET

Gość Radia ZET - Adrian Zandberg

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06:17Vote Recount Questions Mount

The newspapers report on continuing electoral disputes as vote counting irregularities emerge from multiple sources. Gazeta Prawna and OKO.press focus on whether a complete recount of presidential election votes is possible, with published data showing discrepancies in the counting process. Conservative outlet wPolityce alleges prosecutorial interference, claiming a prosecutor opposing the dismissal of charges against Roman Giertych was removed from delegation duties. Meanwhile, Poland's astronaut mission continues generating coverage as the Polish cosmonaut communicates from orbit, describing "stunning" views from space (Polsat News, Wirtualna Polska). The Health Ministry considers expanding alcohol sale restrictions at gas stations, potentially implementing a complete ban on alcohol sales at fuel stations (Rzeczpospolita). President Duda hints at a possible Trump visit to Poland, while international coverage includes Trump's conversation with a Ukrainian journalist about her husband (Onet, Wprost).
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Za nami gala 23. edycji rankingu kancelarii prawniczych. Na podium stanęły największe i najlepsze zespoły adwokatów i radców w Polsce. W klasyfikacji wielkościowej - zaskakujący debiut na podium.
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09:17Hołownia's Deputy PM Ultimatum

The newspapers report on escalating coalition tensions as Hołownia issues an ultimatum to the Left party, demanding the deputy prime minister position (Do Rzeczy). Adrian Zandberg warns that the Prime Minister should restrain Giertych's activities, suggesting growing concerns about his role in the ongoing electoral disputes (Radio ZET). Meanwhile, discussions continue about a potential meeting between presidential candidate Nawrocki and Trump, with negotiations reportedly underway (300polityka). The coverage shifts between domestic political maneuvering and international diplomacy, as Polish media tracks Trump's interactions at summits, including his response to a Ukrainian journalist's story (Polsat News). Conservative outlet wPolityce reports on German authorities allegedly turning back migrants in poor health conditions, including those with broken bones, raising border policy concerns.
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10:54Polish Astronaut Reaches Space Station

The newspapers report on Poland's historic space achievement as astronaut Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski successfully docked at the International Space Station aboard the Dragon capsule as part of the Ax-4 mission (Interia, Polityka, Polsat News, Radio ZET, Rzeczpospolita, Super Express, Wirtualna Polska, Wyborcza, Wprost). Media coverage describes national excitement, with Polityka noting how "all of Poland flew into space" with Sławosz. The astronaut will conduct scientific experiments including microgravity health studies over the coming days. Domestically, judicial disputes continue as 28 legal Supreme Court judges declare the Control Chamber cannot rule on election legality (OKO.press), while rule of law restoration faces indefinite delays (Gazeta Prawna). Political maneuvering proceeds as Mentzen meets with Nawrocki for potential cross-party cooperation (300polityka). Trump threatens Spain with doubled payments over unspecified actions (Do Rzeczy), while a mother imprisoned in the four-month-old Oskar case will serve her sentence under electronic monitoring instead of prison (Onet, wPolityce).
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Kapsuła z załogą misji Ax-4, której członkiem jest Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski, doleciała do Międzynarodowej Stacji Kosmicznej. Czworo astronautów weszło na pokład ISS. W ciągu najbliższych dni będą przeprowadzać eksperymenty naukowe, m.in. badać wpływ mikrograwitacji na zdrowie człowieka.
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12:53Polish Astronaut Boards ISS

The newspapers report on Poland's historic space achievement as astronaut Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski successfully entered the International Space Station, with multiple outlets celebrating this milestone (Interia, Polsat News, Radio ZET, Rzeczpospolita, Super Express, Wirtualna Polska, Wyborcza, Wprost). The astronaut will conduct scientific experiments including microgravity health studies over the coming days. Domestically, coalition tensions persist as Tusk addresses coalition partners about facing a "serious test" (Onet), while the Justice Fund scandal continues to generate coverage with step-by-step explanations of the affair (OKO.press). Education Minister Barbara Nowacka's achievements are being evaluated by experts (Gazeta Prawna), and conflicts over Germany intensify as Bosak claims Germans "lost all restraint" (Do Rzeczy).
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Polska, Niemcy i 14 innych krajów wystosowało list do Komisji Europejskiej proponując wprowadzenie bardziej rygorystycznych kontroli cen uprawień do emisji CO2 dotyczących nowego systemu EU ETS 2 (tzw. podatek od ogrzewania). Ma on wejść w życie od 2027 r.
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15:23Tusk-Giertych Alliance Under Fire

The newspapers report on mounting electoral controversies as Prime Minister Tusk faces criticism over his collaboration with Roman Giertych, with opponents calling it "criminal" (Do Rzeczy). Vote-switching irregularities emerge in Gdansk commissions, prompting prosecutorial action (Onet), while broader analyses examine claims of election fraud and local anomalies (OKO.press). Justice Minister Bodnar demands response from the Supreme Court's First President regarding ongoing judicial disputes (Wirtualna Polska). Meanwhile, astronaut Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski receives recognition aboard the International Space Station (Polsat News, Radio ZET). Coalition tensions persist as Tusk warns leaders to "behave decently" during their serious test, while media evaluate government ministers' performance with only one receiving top marks (Wprost).
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Radio ZET

NA ŻYWO Popołudniowym Gościem Radia ZET jest Ewa Zajączkowska-Hernik. Zaprasza Beata Lubecka

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Nie do końca wiemy, co prezydent Stanów Zjednoczonych Donald Trump myśli o zobowiązaniach wynikających z artykułu 5. traktatu NATO – mówi w podcaście „Rzecz w tym” Piotr Buras z European Council on Foreign Relations.
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17:50Electoral Recount Controversy Deepens

The newspapers report on intensifying electoral controversy as institutions clash over vote counting irregularities. Multiple outlets discuss whether Prime Minister Tusk will order a comprehensive recount, with conservative sources claiming "madmen undermine elections" and suggesting a "new sect" has emerged (Do Rzeczy, OKO.press). The National Security Institute releases a damning report criticizing the campaign for "lack of equality" and "distorted principles" (wPolityce). Meanwhile, security concerns mount as Russian military exercises Zapad 2025 position weapons near Poland's border, prompting diplomatic warnings (Gazeta Prawna). The Ukrainian student program faces uncertainty after Minister Mucha's disappearance from public view, leaving thousands of children as "hostages of political decisions" (Polityka). Presidential candidate Nawrocki continues building his team, meeting with defense officials while potentially receiving advice from Mentzen despite lacking experience (Polsat News, Radio ZET).
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21:14Supreme Court Publishes Ballot Protocols

The newspapers report on deepening electoral controversy as the Supreme Court publishes inspection protocols from ballot examinations in 13 commissions (Do Rzeczy). Judicial disputes intensify with former Constitutional Tribunal presidents issuing decisive statements declaring "there can be no doubts" (Onet), while legal experts criticize proposed legislation targeting the Justice Academy rector (wPolityce). Security concerns mount as Russian military forces mass near Poland's border, with diplomats warning of potential military maneuvers (Gazeta Prawna). Energy policy faces uncertainty as President Duda suggests vetoing the wind farm law despite parliamentary passage, with frozen energy prices failing to prevent the veto threat (OKO.press). International developments include Trump-Netanyahu discussions on ending Gaza conflict within two weeks (Radio ZET) and EU leaders accepting Trump's tariff policies as Poland's EU presidency concludes (Rzeczpospolita).