News of the Day: Weather Alerts in 15 Voivodeships and the Search for Ziobro
Today's news overview focuses on severe weather phenomena threatening almost the entire country and progress in the investigation concerning the former Minister of Justice. We also explain the details of the scandal at a Warsaw hospital and the President's concerns about the future of Polish agriculture.
The Institute of Meteorology and Water Management (IMGW) has issued warnings for 15 voivodeships against severe storms. A so-called supercell storm has entered Poland – an exceptionally strong and persistent storm cloud that brings heavy rain, hail, and wind gusts reaching speeds of up to 90 km/h. The first storms have already passed through the West Pomeranian Voivodeship, including the areas around Pyrzyce and Myślibórz.
The National Prosecutor's Office has officially confirmed that Zbigniew Ziobro is currently in the United States. Investigators plan to implement the European Arrest Warrant (EAW) procedure, a document that allows for the arrest of an individual within European Union countries. According to the prosecutor's office, the politician's return to Europe is likely, which will enable his detention as part of ongoing proceedings.
Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski addressed the scandal at the Southern Hospital regarding the very high earnings of one of the Civic Coalition councilors. It turns out that reports of possible irregularities in the emergency department reached city authorities as early as June last year. The case is causing controversy due to how public funds are being spent in the healthcare system.
President Karol Nawrocki warned during the AgroLiga 2025 gala that Ukraine's entry into the European Union could pose a serious threat to Polish agriculture. He emphasized that while he supports the neighboring country's aspirations, the government's key task must be to protect the interests of Polish farmers and ensure the country's food security.
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