Archived edition · September 10, 2026 Today's news →

What's happening in Europe?

Flag of Poland

Poland

News summary for

Go to today →

Railways ⚠️

Zondacrypto speaks; train drivers protest amid government issues

A major development in the Zondacrypto scandal sees reports of individuals breaking a code of silence to avoid imprisonment, with panic spreading among those connected to the case. Mateusz Morawiecki has disclosed information, drawing a reaction from Przemysław Czarnek, while a new poll indicates that over half of Poles blame a particular party for the affair.

In other news, a victim of a recent train crash in Sokolniki has been identified, and train drivers are planning to protest across Mazovia following the disaster. They assert that a "red line has been crossed" regarding safety concerns, hinting at an imminent protest.

Meanwhile, the government faces internal disarray over a minister's decision to postpone limits on doctors' earnings. National security concerns have also emerged with the sale of a Polish LPG terminal to Belarusian entities despite warnings from the Internal Security Agency (ABW).

Top stories

Zondacrypto Scandal Escalates with 'Omerta' Broken

The Zondacrypto scandal intensifies with reports of individuals breaking a "code of silence" to avoid imprisonment, causing panic in related circles. Commentary suggests fear among the president's associates and Jarosław Kaczyński, leader of the Law and Justice party. Mateusz Morawiecki, a former Prime Minister, has disclosed information on the case, eliciting a reaction from Przemysław Czarnek, a former Minister of Education and Science, while a new poll shows over half of Poles attributing…

Train Crash Prompts Driver Protest Threat

A recent train crash in Sokolniki has been confirmed with a victim identified, and investigators have secured crucial evidence. In response to the railway disaster in Mazovia, train drivers are planning to protest, asserting that a "red line has been crossed" regarding safety concerns and hinting at an intensified protest from midnight.

Government Faces Disarray Over Minister's Policy Reversal

The ruling government is reportedly in disarray following a minister's statement that has caused consternation within the party, particularly concerning the postponement of limits on doctors' earnings.

LPG Terminal Sold Despite Security Warnings

A Polish LPG terminal was sold to Belarusian entities despite explicit warnings from the Internal Security Agency (ABW), raising significant concerns about national security and the government's oversight.

Political Polls Show Shifting Landscape and Coalition Setbacks

Recent political polls indicate a shifting landscape, with Prime Minister Donald Tusk, leader of the Civic Coalition, reportedly losing reasons for optimism. While the Civic Coalition (KO) shows an increased lead and Konfederacja experiences significant growth, an Onet forecast predicts grim results for the ruling coalition, suggesting it is moving further from a majority and that the right-wing bloc is gaining a record advantage.

Constitutional Tribunal President Acts to End 'Starvation'

The president of the Constitutional Tribunal, Karol Nawrocki, has made a move that could end the perceived 'starvation' or underfunding of the court.

News sources