Stories from Warsaw · Poland

Katarzyna Sujka, a former minister, has submitted a motion for the resignation of Minister Jolanta Sobierańska. Sujka cited the healthcare system being on the brink of collapse, noting that 1,000 patients are affected by current policies.

The Cancer Fighters Foundation has commenced its first round of purchases and funding for aid using proceeds from a nationwide collection. Funds are being distributed to children in need. The foundation reported that over 200.8 million PLN has been declared for these efforts. Over 280 million has been declared for the initiative. The foundation is also working toward establishing a council of pediatric oncology experts in Poland to oversee the program.

Polish intelligence services have detained individuals following a request from Ukraine regarding sabotage activities in occupied Crimea. The detention occurred during a prisoner exchange that also resulted in the release of a Russian military officer's wife.

Zbigniew Bogłucki and several other officials from the President's Chancellery have been summoned to the National Prosecutor's Office as witnesses. The investigation concerns potential abuse of power, failure to perform duties, or aiding in such crimes. According to the head of the President's Chancellery, the matter likely involves the President's failure to administer oaths to Constitutional Tribunal judges selected by the Sejm. The main board is challenging the ministry regarding limits on Marcela Inna research. Zawisza stated the ministry should quickly withdraw from this error due to public anger over postponed studies. Citizens have expressed fear for their lives and health regarding these delays. Elżbieta Polak of the Civic Coalition attributed the National Health Fund's difficult situation to the negligence of predecessors.

The European Parliament has held Russia responsible for airspace violations. Poland reported approximately 20 drones in early September. Additionally, a drone was recorded in Romania on September 13, prompting F-16 and German Eurofighter jets to scramble.

Recent polls indicate that all groups forming the current Polish government are polling below the 5% election threshold. PiS received 24.5% support, Konfederacja Koalicja Bławatelska received 31.8%, Lewica received 8.5%, and Konfederacja Korony Polskiej Grzegorza Brauna received 6.8%. A new United Surveys poll indicates that the Koalicja Obywatelska, PSL, and Polska 2050 parties would fall below the required threshold for the Sejm. The poll shows Koalicja Obywatelska at 31.8 percent, PiS at 24.5 percent, Konfederacja at 12.6 percent, and Lewica at 8.5 percent. Grzegorz Braun's Konfederacja Korony Polskiej would receive 6.8 percent support. The results suggest that PSL and Polska 2050 would not enter the Sejm based on these figures. According to Polskie Radio 24, the Brauna party would receive 6.8% support.

Investigators are conducting a preliminary proceeding regarding the public insult of the leadership of the military counterintelligence service in Warsaw. The Polish Minister of National Defense, Władysław Kośniak, announced that a list of military personnel for promotion has been submitted for presidential approval. The President is expected to present general nominations on May 2. The move is intended to fill necessary command obligations within the military. The head of MON noted that while some officers are currently colonels, they are slated for general ranks. The proposed appointments are subject to the individuals being formally notified first. Polish military officials are expected to be appointed to general positions through a new decree. Affected personnel must be notified before the appointments proceed.

The Polish Ministry of Infrastructure is considering reforms to the driver's examination system. Under the proposal, drivers who fail their practical exam three times would be required to undergo a mandatory driving course.

Polish cyclist Stanislav Anil Kouski won a sprint stage on Wednesday. The 29-year-old Warsaw-born rider finished ahead of Canadian Rili Pikret and Italian David Perzicco. This marks Kouski's first victory of the season and the sixth of his professional career.

Elected judges appeared before the Sejm Justice Committee to argue that President Nawrocki did not need to be physically present for their swearing-in ceremonies.