Stories from Warsaw · Poland

Grandmaster Hans Niemann has won the Super Rapid & Blitz Poland tournament, marking his victory in the first leg of the 2026 Grand Chess Tour. The event concluded in Warsaw, Poland.

The National Prosecutor's Office is seeking a European Arrest Warrant for Zbigniew Obry, who reportedly left Hungary despite not having a valid passport. A prosecutor stated that the warrant would allow for his detention.

Polish defense companies are anticipating new orders due to funding from the EU.

Poland has stated it will request explanations from both the United States and Hungary regarding the travel of a wanted former minister to the US. The circumstances of the ex-minister's journey are under scrutiny.

A customer reported issues with a mechanic who allegedly failed to properly address a cooling fan issue after replacing a thermostat. The mechanic is accused of being incompetent and overcharging.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk stated that a Russia-linked cryptocurrency firm allegedly backed the presidential bid of a rival candidate. The specific firm and candidate were not named in the initial report.

An explosive device weighing approximately 2.3 kilograms was found in a park in Poland. The object was discovered in the water and measured about 1.5 meters in length. City police have been notified and are investigating the incident.

A Polish medical laboratory has attributed a recent cyber breach to a Belarusian group. The extent of the breach and the type of data compromised are currently under investigation. The incident occurred in Warsaw.

Poland is facing limitations on competition from Brussels. The country is awaiting a decision from the EU. Poland has stated it will not evade courts and has filed an appeal.

Two U.S. soldiers fell off a cliff during training exercises. First Lieutenant Kendrick Lamont Key Jr., a 14A error defense artillery officer, was among the soldiers involved in the incident. The exact circumstances of the fall are under review. The incident occurred near Warsaw.