Poland's constitutional crisis deepens ahead of election

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Poland's constitutional crisis deepened on Saturday as the European Commission urged President Karol Nawrocki to recognise new judges appointed by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, according to a report. The standoff comes ahead of next year's parliamentary election, with polls suggesting a close race between Tusk's coalition and the nationalist right. The dispute centres on judicial appointments and the rule of law. The EU has long pressed Warsaw over judicial independence.

Why it matters：The standoff tests Poland's rule of law and its relations with Brussels ahead of a pivotal election.

Key points

  • European Commission urged recognition of new judges
  • The standoff precedes next year's parliamentary election
  • Polls show a close race between Tusk's coalition and the right

Sources (original reporting)

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