June
01.06.2025
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Sunday
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The Day Exit Polls Reversed

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Voting proceeded with exceptional turnout reaching 54.91% by evening, described as potentially record-breaking for presidential elections. Early morning brought scattered violations of electoral silence, with police recording 148 incidents by midday. The Electoral Commission faced controversies over election workers wearing red jewelry and disputes about voting certificates for citizens abroad.

Exit polls at 7 PM initially showed Trzaskowski leading, prompting premature victory declarations. However, late polling data reversed the outcome, placing Nawrocki ahead and causing what sources described as "screams of joy" in PiS headquarters. The reversal continued through the evening, with Nawrocki's lead expanding from narrow margins to 51-49% by late night.

A man died after collapsing at a polling station in Krakow. The race's geographic polarization became evident, with Trzaskowski dominating cities by margins reaching 67.8% while Nawrocki carried rural areas with 63.4% support.
02.06.2025
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Monday
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The Day Karol Nawrocki Became President

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Vote counting throughout the night confirmed the exit poll reversal from the previous day. Nawrocki's narrow lead held as results poured in from 70%, then 80%, then 90% of electoral commissions. By 3:30 AM, the Electoral Commission declared Nawrocki president-elect with 50.89% of votes - a margin of 370,000 votes, the smallest in Polish presidential history.

Trzaskowski conceded late in the morning, apologizing to supporters. The defeat triggered immediate political crisis as coalition partner Hołownia criticized Tusk's proposed confidence vote as "theatrical," while Agriculture Minister Kołodziejczak prepared to leave the cabinet. By evening, Kaczyński proposed a technocratic government, declaring the current administration had received a "red card."

Tusk announced a television address scheduled for 8 PM, confirming plans to seek parliamentary confidence. The day concluded with coalition tensions escalating and speculation about early elections, as media examined what sources described as ignored strategic analyses that might have changed Trzaskowski's campaign outcome.
03.06.2025
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Tuesday
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The Day Trump Calls While Tusk Schedules His Test

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Trump's congratulatory message to Nawrocki dominated morning coverage, with the president-elect responding by prioritizing "strong alliance with USA." By mid-morning, Tusk set June 11 for his confidence vote after Hołownia claimed he "convinced the premier" on coalition plans.

Political maneuvering accelerated as Mentzen invited Kaczyński for talks about potential cooperation, while Kaczyński suggested PiS wouldn't exclude supporting "all important parties, including Civic Platform" for a technocratic government. However, reports emerged that Nawrocki had already declined Kaczyński's suggestion for a specific minister at the Presidential Palace.

Opposition pressure on Tusk intensified, with a PSL MP demanding his resignation and Kamiński declaring "everything happened so that Tusk would stop being prime minister." The day concluded with Nawrocki's first official visit to the Presidential Palace, where Duda welcomed him under a portrait of Lech Kaczyński, while international criticism mounted from German and Israeli sources.
04.06.2025
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Wednesday
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The Day Coalition Partners Turned Against Each Other

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Post-election recriminations escalated into open coalition warfare as partners demanded Tusk's government restructuring. Morning coverage focused on Trzaskowski's campaign autopsy, with critics identifying five fatal errors and failure to articulate Poland's purpose. By mid-morning, PSL's Zgorzelski confirmed Thursday discussions about potential leadership changes, while Hołownia set conditions for government reconstruction.

Nawrocki's transition preparations dominated afternoon coverage, with speculation about cabinet appointments and confirmation he rejected Kaczyński's ministerial suggestions. Security concerns emerged when authorities discovered unattended weapon containers near the Ukrainian border, prompting prosecutorial investigation.

Parliamentary realignment accelerated as a PiS deputy joined Braun's new faction. The day concluded with harsh exchanges between coalition partners, including accusations that shocked television hosts, while German media labeled Tusk a "lame duck." Trump's conversation with Putin yielded no peace breakthrough for Ukraine.
05.06.2025
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Thursday
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The Day Coalition Partners Demanded Tusk's Head

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Morning reports revealed coalition leaders meeting without Tusk, describing a "historic moment" and "crisis turning point" as partners openly discussed replacing the prime minister. Hołownia led what sources called a rebellion, while emergency meetings continued through the day with the stance of "not one step back."

Nawrocki simultaneously assembled his presidential team, confirming Szefernaker as chief of staff while declaring that if the coalition wants to survive, "it should change the prime minister." His direct challenge to Tusk marked the first presidential intervention in the government crisis.

By evening, the situation escalated as PSL surveyed members about potential cooperation with PiS and Konfederacja, while sources reported Tusk "hammering" deputies in closed meetings, sensing his government might fall. Legal pressures mounted with new criminal complaints against Tusk and his ministers, while international tensions spiked over Trump-Musk conflicts affecting Polish space missions.
06.06.2025
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Friday
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The Day Security Forces Dragged the Spy Chief to Testify

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Police detained former CBA chief Ernest Bejda at his residence and forcibly brought him before the Pegasus commission, where he immediately declared the proceedings "illegal." The Constitutional Tribunal responded by demanding the commission cease operations entirely.

Electoral irregularities continued surfacing, with commission errors in multiple locations prompting PKW acknowledgment of "miracles at ballot boxes" and triggering ABW security service involvement after Roman Giertych's intervention. Gawkowski appealed to PKW about broader anomalies while Tusk insisted each case was being examined.

Coalition fractures deepened as Hołownia launched counterattacks against criticism, rejecting calls to "put his ears down" and denouncing what he called the "Radio Donald family" for misunderstanding the election results. Trzaskowski separately demanded rapid coalition changes in two separate appeals.

President Duda's phone conversation with Trump became evening focus, with Duda assuring that Nawrocki's victory guarantees policy continuity as international observers expressed concern about Poland entering a "turbulence zone."
07.06.2025
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Saturday
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The Day Twenty Thousand Fled the Storm

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Electoral irregularities continued generating controversy as reports emerged of another "miracle" in vote counting, prompting emergency meetings in local PiS headquarters. The Constitutional Court president defended the Nawrocki family against online harassment while PO called for vote recounting amid mounting evidence of commission errors.

Political realignment accelerated as PSL confirmed receiving "concrete offers" from PiS for potential cooperation, with internal surveys exploring alliance possibilities. Sasin threatened the government would face presidential action "in two months," while analysts positioned Trzaskowski as the center's last hope despite coalition fractures.

The day concluded with dramatic weather forcing mass evacuation of over 20,000 people from the Lednica Fields religious gathering as severe storms swept across Poland. Territorial defense forces were mobilized nationwide as meteorologists issued highest-level alerts. The first interview with the future First Lady aired, conducted by her own son, as domestic violence in Krakow required anti-terrorism unit intervention.
08.06.2025
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Sunday
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The Day Politicians Attacked Journalists On Air

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Morning coverage focused on Polish social trends, particularly mass refusal to attend weddings and archaeological discoveries of ancient rings. Political tensions escalated when PiS politicians attacked journalists during live broadcasts on Radio ZET and Onet, repeatedly asking if they felt "shame" for their reporting.

Electoral controversies deepened as over 116,000 signatures demanded vote recounting in the presidential elections, while PKW called an emergency session to address irregularities in voting commissions. President Duda announced he would convene the National Security Council to question Prime Minister Tusk on unspecified security matters.

By evening, sports news dominated as Robert Lewandowski resigned from the national team after coach Probierz stripped him of the captaincy, with outlets describing it as an "earthquake" in Polish football. Actress Ewa Dałkowska's death at 78 also drew significant coverage, while severe weather continued affecting the country with nearly 850 emergency interventions recorded.
09.06.2025
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Monday
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The Day Institutions Accepted Nawrocki's Victory

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Electoral disputes reached resolution as Speaker Hołownia declared "nothing gives reason to question the election results," effectively ending the coalition's resistance to Nawrocki's victory. The National Electoral Commission held emergency sessions throughout the day, ultimately issuing communications that acknowledged counting errors without challenging the outcome.

President Duda escalated rhetoric by warning that "post-communists want to twist the presidential elections," calling on voters to "guard what remains of democracy." His statements drew criticism as "political gutter" from opponents.

The Lewandowski controversy consumed sports coverage as coach Probierz revealed the captain wanted to announce his own resignation rather than have the armband stripped away. Probierz defended the timing as "best for the team" during an afternoon press conference.

By evening, post-election positioning accelerated with Hołownia expressing interest in Trzaskowski as potential prime minister, while polling showed Konfederacja crossing symbolic thresholds. Speculation emerged that Professor Czarnek might become Nawrocki's Chief of Staff.
10.06.2025
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Tuesday
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The Day Russia Attacked With Deepfakes

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Russian disinformation operations escalated with deepfake videos targeting presidential candidate Nawrocki in fabricated anti-Ukrainian propaganda, featuring fake statements from Ukrainian activists and Polish professors about Volhynia massacres. The deepfakes marked a new phase in hybrid warfare against Poland.

Political confrontation intensified as President Duda warned against "violating basic democratic principles" while Prime Minister Tusk dismissed vote recount demands, calling Duda's comments "inappropriate and stupid." The exchange escalated when Duda responded by warning "compatriots" about threats to democracy.

Nawrocki announced receiving a White House invitation after speaking with Trump, while the Constitutional Tribunal ruled against implementing the Green Deal, with conservative media claiming vindication. Coalition Deputy Czarzasty confirmed government reconstruction would be "extensive."

Poland's national football team suffered a humiliating 2-1 defeat to Finland in World Cup qualifiers, with the match interrupted by medical emergency in the stands. Coach Probierz was summoned for explanation as qualification prospects dimmed.
11.06.2025
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Wednesday
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The Day Tusk Survived His Test

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Prime Minister Tusk delivered his exposé to Parliament in the morning, facing a confidence vote he had requested three days earlier. PiS lawmakers boycotted his speech, while record numbers of opposition MPs queued to question him during the extended session. The proceedings stretched for hours as Tusk announced a July government reconstruction featuring "new faces" and promised partial border controls with Germany by summer.

The vote concluded in the afternoon with 243 MPs supporting the government and 210 opposing, with all coalition partners voting in favor. Parliamentary disruption occurred when Grzegorz Braun destroyed an LGBT exhibition in the Sejm building.

Simultaneously, Karol Nawrocki received his presidential certificate from the Electoral Commission at the Royal Castle, pledging to be "president of one Poland" and to "tear down walls of hatred." The PKW chairman expressed exhaustion with ongoing political warfare during the ceremony.

Poland's football team returned home after their defeat to Finland, with players reportedly attempting to avoid journalists at the airport.
12.06.2025
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Thursday
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The Day the Coach Quit and the Dreamliner Fell

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National football coach Michał Probierz resigned in the morning, with media reports suggesting pressure from captain Lewandowski contributed to his departure. Football federation chief Kulesza began naming potential replacements while President Duda commented on the team's poor performance.

The first-ever Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash occurred in India, killing over 290 passengers on an Air India flight. Survivors described hearing mayday calls and seeing bodies around them after the crash near Ahmedabad airport.

Political developments accelerated as the Supreme Court ordered vote recounts in 13 electoral commissions, prompting celebration in PiS circles. Prosecutors entered the National Bank of Poland with police escort, escalating investigations against the central bank.

President Duda intensified his confrontation with the justice system, calling certain judicial groups "mad" and accusing them of betraying state interests. Coalition partners warned Tusk that failure to select proper staff could lead to his replacement, drawing parallels to Probierz's departure.
13.06.2025
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Friday
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The Day Israel Struck Iran's Nuclear Heart

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Israel launched "Operation Rising Lion" against Iran before dawn, targeting nuclear facilities and military leadership in what media described as the most serious attack in history. Iranian retaliation followed with over 150 missiles reaching Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, prompting red alerts across Israel. Reports emerged of 78 deaths and radioactive leaks from damaged nuclear sites.

The escalation disrupted President Duda's return flight from Singapore, forcing route changes due to closed Middle Eastern airspace. Trump called the Israeli strike "excellent" while convening the National Security Council.

Domestically, opposition media released audio recordings of conversations between Prime Minister Tusk and lawyer Giertych, with right-wing outlets describing the content as showing contempt for Polish citizens. A Russian reconnaissance aircraft violated Polish airspace over the Baltic, prompting British fighter jets to scramble.

The Iran-Israel conflict overshadowed other political developments as Poland monitored potential citizen evacuations from the region.
14.06.2025
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Saturday
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The Day Tehran Burned and Tusk's Tapes Played

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Iran launched massive retaliation against Israel with over 100 drones and ballistic missiles targeting Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, killing at least 60 civilians including children. Israel responded by destroying Iranian air defenses and threatening that "Tehran will burn" if attacks continue. Oil facilities in Tehran caught fire as Israeli aircraft claimed control over the city's airspace.

Prime Minister Tusk warned that the world stands closer to global conflict than at any time since World War II. Trump spoke with Putin about the escalating crisis, with Moscow condemning Israeli strikes.

Leaked audio recordings between Tusk and lawyer Giertych dominated domestic coverage throughout the day. The tapes revealed Tusk saying "God, I'm German" and Giertych calling opposition politicians "debiles." Right-wing media seized on the recordings as evidence of contempt for Polish citizens. By evening, prosecutors received formal complaints about the conversations.

Warsaw mayor Trzaskowski participated in an equality parade while coalition partner PSL warned it could withdraw support from the government.
15.06.2025
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Sunday
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The Day Poland Watched Tehran Burn

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The Israel-Iran conflict escalated dramatically as Israeli strikes targeted Tehran, causing explosions and fires throughout the Iranian capital. Reports emerged of ten deaths and 200 wounded from overnight Iranian retaliatory strikes. Netanyahu declared operations would continue "as long as necessary" while warning Iranian civilians to evacuate areas near nuclear facilities.

Poland's response to citizen evacuation became a political flashpoint. Initially, the Foreign Ministry indicated Poles would pay for their own evacuation, triggering criticism from opposition politicians. By evening, the government reversed course, announcing free military flights for Polish citizens in the region.

Trump entered the diplomatic arena, suggesting Putin could serve as mediator while threatening Iran with "unprecedented force." Oil prices reached two-month highs as markets reacted to the escalating conflict.

Domestically, the leaked Tusk-Giertych recordings continued generating controversy, with new allegations emerging about their content. Robert Kubica achieved a historic victory at Le Mans, providing rare positive news amid the international crisis.
16.06.2025
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Monday
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The Day Prosecutors Came for the President-Elect

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Prosecutors launched an investigation into Karol Nawrocki's apartment affair early morning, examining his connection to "Jerzy Ż.'s apartment." The Electoral Commission acknowledged "major irregularities" in the presidential election while accepting the official report, prompting Trzaskowski's team to file protests with the Supreme Court citing "justified suspicion."

New leaked recordings emerged throughout the day featuring lawyer Giertych praising prosecutors Dubois and Wrzosek for investigations targeting PiS, claiming they have "materials already on Ziobro." Additional tapes captured conversations about Trzaskowski's campaign failures and electoral strategies.

The Israel-Iran conflict continued dominating coverage as Israeli forces attacked Iranian television during a live broadcast and achieved reported "full control" over Tehran's airspace. Polish evacuation efforts from the Middle East faced criticism, with authorities acknowledging they should have acted differently.

Polling showed declining support for Tusk remaining as prime minister, while former PM Morawiecki endorsed Kosiniak-Kamysz as a potential successor.
17.06.2025
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Tuesday
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The Day Iran Struck Tel Aviv and Coalitions Crumbled

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Iran launched ballistic missiles at Tel Aviv, causing fires and smoke throughout the metropolitan area as the Israel-Iran conflict entered its fifth day. Trump demanded Iran's "unconditional surrender" while holding urgent White House meetings about potential direct U.S. military involvement. American forces moved to highest alert status at Middle East bases as Iran threatened retaliation against U.S. installations.

Poland evacuated approximately 200 citizens from Israel using two government aircraft, reversing earlier plans for citizen-funded evacuation. The operation faced criticism over delayed response and initial coordination failures.

Domestically, the Trzecia Droga coalition collapsed definitively as PSL decided to run independently in future elections. Hołownia confirmed the split, stating the prospect of independent campaigning brought "political joy." The breakup followed weeks of tension over electoral strategy.

Meanwhile, leaked TV Republika recordings featuring Giertych continued generating mockery across Polish media, with critics calling them "the embarrassment of the decade." President Duda convened the National Security Council, inviting president-elect Nawrocki to participate.
18.06.2025
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Wednesday
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The Day Courts Found Vote Errors and Ministers Resigned

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Courts confirmed voting irregularities in two polling stations from the presidential election, with prosecutors investigating potential fraud that may have disadvantaged Trzaskowski. Justice Minister Bodnar responded by challenging the legitimacy of Supreme Court judges in the Extraordinary Control Chamber, arguing they should not rule on electoral protests. Prime Minister Tusk declared that no one should question the election's validity while simultaneously hinting at government reconstruction plans.

Agriculture Minister Kołodziejczak resigned amid reported conflicts within the ministry. The Third Way coalition's dissolution continued as Kosiniak-Kamysz confirmed PSL would campaign independently, with critics claiming Hołownia was "completely politically finished."

Iran threatened "total war" with the United States as Trump considered direct military involvement following consultations in the White House Situation Room. Israel confirmed attacks on nuclear facilities in Tehran while American forces remained on highest alert across the Middle East.
19.06.2025
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Thursday
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The Day Iran Hit the Hospital

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An Iranian missile struck an Israeli hospital early morning, causing injuries and extensive damage as the Middle East conflict escalated. Polish media reported Trump approved attack plans on Iran but delayed execution pending further developments. Poland evacuated citizens from both Iran and Israel, with convoys successfully crossing border checkpoints.

The constitutional crisis deepened as the Supreme Court suffered another legal defeat while political figures dismissed election fraud claims. The investigation into mail-in elections was dropped, with prosecutors finding no evidence that Poczta Polska management caused company losses.

OKO.press revealed that Pegasus spyware recorded editors-in-chief of major opposition outlets during PiS rule. Belarus called up reservists for exercises near the Polish border, described by military analysts as potential attack preparations. The Third Way coalition's collapse continued with assessments that Polska 2050 would "fall apart" while PSL endures.
20.06.2025
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Friday
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The Day the Spokesperson Arrived and Votes Were Counted

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The morning brought another postponement of astronaut Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski's space mission, marking the second delay. Prime Minister Tusk finally appointed Adam Szłapka as government spokesperson after more than a year without one, generating mixed reactions from PiS members who celebrated the choice as strategically beneficial to their opposition.

The electoral crisis deepened as investigations revealed vote-switching irregularities in eight polling stations where votes for Trzaskowski were attributed to Nawrocki. By afternoon, OKO.press reported this discovery while judges physically examined ballot bags from disputed locations. Justice Minister Bodnar took an official stance on 111 electoral protests as the Supreme Court warned of paralysis from the volume of complaints.

Tusk made cryptic remarks about government reconstruction, warning that "no one should sleep peacefully" while appealing to President Duda to withdraw his veto on legislation. The day ended with analysis suggesting "unnatural vote increases" for Nawrocki across multiple regions.
21.06.2025
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Saturday
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The Day Tusk Questioned the Vote

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Prime Minister Tusk escalated the electoral crisis by posting on social media asking if citizens were curious about "real voting results," prompting accusations of destabilizing the state and attempted coup. President Duda responded sharply, warning Tusk to "stay away from presidential ballot cards" and accused him of undermining democracy.

OKO.press reported voting irregularities expanded to 11 of 13 examined polling stations, where Trzaskowski's votes were allegedly transferred to Nawrocki. The Supreme Court president definitively stated that Polish electoral law contains no provision for nationwide vote recounting.

Belarus released political prisoners including opposition blogger Siarhiej Cichanouski and three Polish citizens. American B-2 bombers departed U.S. bases amid speculation about potential strikes on Iran, while Israeli forces declared their goal as putting "Iran in ruins." The political establishment appeared increasingly divided over how to resolve the constitutional crisis surrounding the election results.
22.06.2025
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Sunday
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The Day America Bombed Iran

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Trump announced successful strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities in the early hours, targeting three atomic sites including Fordo in what he called "an operation the world hasn't seen in decades." The Pentagon later declared Iran's nuclear program destroyed, though conflicting reports suggested uranium had been evacuated beforehand.

Iran retaliated with ballistic missile strikes on Israel, injuring 27 people in two waves of attacks. Tehran warned of "eternal consequences" and threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz while seeking Russian support.

A church bombing in Damascus killed at least 15 people as regional violence spread. Polish media analyzed rising fuel prices and strategic implications for NATO allies.

Domestically, Nawrocki told Tusk to "abandon hysteria" and promised to deliver on campaign pledges by August 7th. Kaczyński declared the start of "the road to a second victory" following the presidential inauguration while warning against election theft.
23.06.2025
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Monday
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The Day Iran Struck Back and Mucha Quit

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Iran retaliated against yesterday's American strikes by launching six missiles at US bases in Qatar, targeting the Al Udeid facility in what Tehran called "Operation Promise of Victory." The Pentagon confirmed the attacks but described them as largely symbolic, with reports suggesting no missiles actually hit their targets.

Education Minister Joanna Mucha resigned from Tusk's government, citing failed attempts at internal dialogue. Her departure marked the latest ministerial exit amid ongoing political instability.

The electoral crisis intensified as Supreme Court Chief Justice Manowska revealed over 50,000 protests had been filed, with 90% attributed to lawyer Roman Giertych's efforts. President Duda insisted the court must examine every complaint regardless of volume.

Ukrainian intelligence claimed they foiled an assassination attempt against Zelensky in Rzeszów, though Polish services provided contradictory responses about coordination. By evening, Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, declaring the "12-day war" over.
24.06.2025
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Tuesday
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The Day the Ceasefire Failed

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Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran in the early morning hours, declaring the "12-day war" over and claiming it would "last forever." The agreement involved direct negotiations with Netanyahu and Iranian representatives through Vice President Vance.

Within three hours, the truce collapsed. Iran fired ballistic missiles at Israeli targets, prompting Israel's defense minister to announce planned attacks on Tehran. Trump responded with vulgar outbursts, cursing both sides for violating the agreement. Oil prices initially dropped following the ceasefire announcement, then fluctuated as the situation deteriorated.

By evening, Iran's president declared the conflict ended, though uncertainty remained about the durability of any resolution.

Domestically, Justice Minister Bodnar announced six investigations into electoral irregularities, escalating post-election tensions. The Supreme Court began processing election protests while coalition fractures deepened, with Poland 2050 attacking its Civic Platform partners.
25.06.2025
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Wednesday
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The Day the Astronaut Spoke from Space

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Poland's second astronaut mission dominated morning coverage as Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski launched aboard Falcon 9 at 8:31 AM, reaching the International Space Station and delivering his first words from orbit: "I take with me to space a piece of each of you." Media provided extensive live coverage of the launch preparations, successful departure, and initial communications from space.

The electoral dispute escalated as Justice Minister Bodnar requested examination of ballot cards from over 1,400 electoral commissions, building on recent Supreme Court findings of counting errors favoring Trzaskowski. Conservative outlets portrayed this as desperation while the Supreme Court announced it would issue its election validity ruling on a specified date.

NATO summit coverage showed unanimous agreement to increase defense spending, with President Duda crediting Trump's leadership and predicting mutual visits between Poland's new president and Washington.

Two tragedies emerged: three teenagers' bodies were found in Masurian lakes after search operations, and the missing NCBiR director was discovered dead, ending separate search efforts.
26.06.2025
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Thursday
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The Day the Astronaut Reached the Station

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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.
27.06.2025
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Friday
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The Day the Court Upheld the Vote

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The Supreme Court ruled on electoral protests amid heated demonstrations outside its building, determining that while irregularities occurred in the presidential election, they did not influence the results. Police intervened as protesters hurled insults and competing groups gathered, with some claiming authorities sought to stage a coup.

Prime Minister Tusk responded that fundamental distortion of election results was "unlikely," expressing relief that Poland's EU presidency had concluded. New polling showed significant drops in Civic Coalition support, described as a "huge revolution" in voter preferences.

A deadly family shooting dominated afternoon coverage as a 57-year-old man killed his daughter and son-in-law near Limanowa before fleeing into forests. Police issued urgent warnings that the perpetrator remained dangerous, with neighbors describing him as previously appearing normal.

Coalition tensions escalated as Civic Coalition pressured Speaker Hołownia to delay President-elect Nawrocki's swearing-in ceremony, while former Justice Minister Ziobro declared he would "never voluntarily submit to lawlessness."
28.06.2025
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Saturday
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The Day of the Hunt and the Party's Reaffirmation

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The manhunt for Tadeusz Duda, the 57-year-old suspect in the Limanowa area family shooting, became the day's dominant story, with multiple outlets providing continuous updates from early morning. Police intensified operations, deploying Black Hawk helicopters and issuing new communiqués as the search extended towards the Slovakian border. Reports detailed the suspect's history of domestic violence and local fear, with late-night headlines suggesting new gunfire exchanges with police. Concurrently, President Duda conducted an unannounced "farewell visit" to Kyiv, where he received Ukraine's highest honor, the Order of Freedom, from President Zelensky. In domestic politics, the PiS party congress in Przysucha re-elected Jarosław Kaczyński for his seventh term as leader, where he outlined the party's future program and attributed past electoral setbacks to external forces. Meanwhile, electoral controversies persisted with new accusations against Justice Minister Bodnar regarding the handling of election materials.
29.06.2025
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Sunday
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The Day Duda's Trail Deepened

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The extensive manhunt for Tadeusz Duda dominated headlines throughout the day, evolving from early reports of escalating searches and alleged shots fired at police to later confirmations of his reappearance in Stara Wieś. Police refined their narrative, narrowing the search area as expert analysis on Duda's behavior emerged. By afternoon, an arrest warrant was issued, with authorities releasing new details about his potential motives and the weapon used. The operation expanded further in the evening, incorporating military assistance and specialized drones. Concurrently, discussions around the integrity of the recent presidential election continued. The Supreme Court rejected over 50,000 electoral protests, while the Justice Minister established an investigative team to scrutinize 296 commissions, fueling conservative media claims of efforts to "steal the elections." Growing concerns about illegal migration at Poland's western border also featured prominently.
30.06.2025
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Monday
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The Day the Election Records Were Demanded and the Manhunt Intensified

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Polish media on June 30 focused primarily on the intensifying judicial and political struggle over the validity of recent elections. Throughout the day, reports detailed prosecutors, acting under Minister Bodnar, entering the Supreme Court to demand access to files related to election protests and alleged irregularities. This move drew criticism from President Duda, who publicly questioned Bodnar's actions. Concurrently, the extensive manhunt for Tadeusz Duda remained a central news item, with new details emerging about the crime, including threats and potential additional victims, culminating in a "macabre discovery" at his home. The ongoing situation at the Polish-German border also continued to generate significant political debate, with Karol Nawrocki announcing a Cabinet Council to address the issue, and conservative figures demanding stronger state action.
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