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Hospital Negligence Sparks Outcry; Political Landscape Shifts Amid New Polls

Reports of serious medical negligence and a tragic child death at Southern Hospital have emerged, drawing significant public attention and concern. This comes as new political polls reveal substantial shifts in public support, with several key political groups experiencing a decline in favor, indicating a changing domestic political landscape.

Meanwhile, police have launched renewed ground searches in a 21-year-old cold case involving a missing woman, highlighting ongoing investigative efforts. Tensions between the government, led by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, and President Karol Nawrocki have escalated over the approach to Russia's threats, with Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski responding to warnings and concerns raised about perceived negative signals from the United States.

Other notable domestic news includes a government minister proposing to tax bank profits to influence fuel prices, and reports on the abandoned property of former Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro amidst his legal issues abroad.

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Government and Palace Clash Over Russia Threats

Tensions are escalating between the government, led by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, and President Karol Nawrocki regarding Poland's approach to Russia's threats. Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski has responded to warnings, while concerns have emerged about perceived negative signals from the United States.

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