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Donald Tusk

Prime Minister of Poland
Donald Franciszek Tusk was born on April 22, 1957, in Gdańsk, to a craftsman’s family. In the late 1970s, he graduated from the Faculty of History at the University of Gdańsk. While still a student, he founded the university’s first branch of the independent Solidarity trade union. He was one of the founders of the Independent Association of Polish Students. In the late 1980s, he joined the leadership of the Gdańsk Congress of Liberals. He took part in organized protests against the authorities. He served twice as Prime Minister of Poland, and after his second term headed the Council of the European Union. In 2023, he returned to Poland and took the helm of the opposition coalition, which won the parliamentary elections and brought an end to PiS’s eight-year rule. A consistent supporter of aid to Ukraine and increased defense spending: in 2025, Poland allocated 4.7% of its GDP to defense—the highest figure in Europe.
1991
Member of the Sejm of Poland representing the Liberal Democratic Congress
2001
Co-founder of the Civic Platform party
2007
First became Prime Minister of Poland
2011
Second term as Prime Minister
2014
President of the Council of the European Union
2019
Leader of the EPP in Brussels
2023
Became Prime Minister of Poland after the coalition’s victory in the parliamentary elections
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Nawrocki’s office called on Tusk not to exploit fears of the Russian Federation

Marcin Przydacz called on Donald Tusk to speak more responsibly about the threat Russia poses to Poland. He warned of the risk of indifference in Polish society.

Politics • September 26, 02:24 AM • 5370 views
Russian propagandists announce a new "short SMO" — against whom this time

The Russian state propaganda outlet "RIA Novosti" published a piece containing threats of a military attack and missile strikes against Lithuania, calling it "another short SMO. "

War in Ukraine • September 25, 08:34 AM • 5274 views
Poland prepares citizens for air attacks - the Navy has published instructions

Poland's Ministry of the Interior will distribute advice on what to do after threat alerts. The guide also includes a list of items for an "emergency bag".

Society • September 24, 09:53 PM • 13493 views
Poland evacuated two border crossing points near the border with Ukraine due to Russian attacks - Tusk

Due to a Russian attack near the Polish border, the crossings at Dorohusk and Zosin were evacuated. Tusk warned of a critical autumn and winter.

War in Ukraine • September 24, 03:06 PM • 5198 views
Does Ukrainian weaponry have an advantage over Western weaponry, and what does battle-proven have to do with itPhoto

Ukrainian weaponry is being tested in a real war and is rapidly adapting to electronic warfare, air defense, and the enemy’s new tactics. Why battle-proven is becoming a competitive advantage for Ukraine’s defense industry in Europe.

War in Ukraine • September 24, 10:30 AM • 63864 views
In eastern Poland, a railway line for freight trains was blocked with concrete blocks - an investigation has been launchedPhoto

In the Lublin Voivodeship, two freight trains crashed into concrete blocks on the tracks but did not derail. The police are investigating an act of hooliganism.

News of the World • September 23, 01:40 PM • 6749 views
Fico accused Western politicians of seeking to provoke a conflict between NATO and Russia

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico accused Western politicians of seeking to provoke a conflict between NATO and Russia. He stated that Slovakia would not take part in such a war.

Politics • September 20, 05:43 AM • 8220 views
Ukraine's losses amount to approximately 27,000 killed and wounded each month — Tusk

Donald Tusk said that Ukraine's losses amount to approximately 27,000 killed and wounded each month. He linked this to Russia's new tactics.

War in Ukraine • September 19, 11:01 AM • 12392 views
Lithuania has intelligence about possible Russian hybrid attacks against Ukraine's allies

Lithuania and Poland have similar intelligence about possible Russian hybrid attacks involving drones and missiles. They could be made to look like accidents.

Politics • September 19, 09:15 AM • 4761 views
Trump said that Russia has been attacking Ukraine’s allies for five years

Donald Trump said that Russia has been attacking Ukraine’s allies for about five years. He also praised the President of Poland for his work and control over the situation.

Politics • September 19, 04:16 AM • 18380 views
The Carpathians could become Europe’s energy hub: the investment portfolio has reached €40 billion

The Carpathian countries have combined around 100 projects into a portfolio worth nearly €40 billion. More than 50 agreements have been prepared for signing.

Economy • September 18, 06:20 PM • 3694 views
The Czech Republic has increased patrols at railway stations due to Russian threats

Czech police have increased patrols at railway stations and transport hubs amid reports of Russian hybrid attacks. Threat level B is in effect in the country.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 06:10 PM • 4591 views
Poland joined the creation of the Freyja anti-ballistic shield

Poland joined the coalition of Ukraine and its allies to create the Freyja system.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 05:13 PM • 5073 views
Zelenskyy held bilateral meetings with Dan, Vučić and Tusk at the G8 summit: initial statements

Zelenskyy met with the leaders of Romania, Serbia and Poland. They discussed security, European integration, joint production of drones and a new aid package.

Politics • September 18, 03:10 PM • 3343 views
The US wants to establish an army base in Poland — Trump announces significant progress

Trump reported significant progress in negotiations with Poland regarding the US base. Its location may be announced soon.

Politics • September 17, 05:48 PM • 8527 views
Just four kilometers away – Tusk said that Russia struck a gas station "very close to the Polish border"

Russia likely struck a gas station in western Ukraine – just four kilometers from the border. Poland scrambled its aircraft.

War in Ukraine • September 17, 12:06 PM • 14890 views
Moscow said it could not guarantee the safety of foreign politicians and diplomats during trips to Ukraine

Russia called on foreign officials to assess the risks of traveling to Ukraine. The statement came after a strike on a train in Volyn.

War in Ukraine • September 15, 08:58 PM • 13649 views
Tusk warned of an intensification of Russia’s attacks and the risk of escalation in Poland

Donald Tusk expects Russia’s actions to intensify in the coming weeks and months. He did not rule out the escalation spreading to Polish territory.

War in Ukraine • September 13, 10:29 PM • 6702 views
Tusk stated that the special services of Ukraine and Poland had prevented a threat at one of the border crossings

Poland prevented a threat at one of the crossings on the border with Ukraine, Donald Tusk said. He expects new Russian attacks on trade routes.

News of the World • September 10, 03:21 PM • 22801 views
Only idiots or traitors can rejoice at the AfD's triumph in Germany — TuskPhoto

Donald Tusk said that only idiots or traitors could rejoice at the AfD's triumph in Germany. In this context, he mentioned the Confederation and Law and Justice parties.

Politics • September 7, 04:15 AM • 19618 views
Tusk on the war in Ukraine: "The coming months will be critical"

The Polish prime minister said that the war is experiencing a turning point and that Poland must be prepared for various scenarios.

War in Ukraine • August 29, 06:43 AM • 18910 views
Russia suspected of large-scale disinformation about Poland's "territorial claims" against the Czech Republic — media

Malefactors created fake websites and accounts to set Poland and the Czech Republic against each other over a fabricated demand to hand over 638 hectares. Russia is suspected of being behind the campaign.

News of the World • August 28, 03:25 PM • 5075 views
"He's gone crazy": Tusk called Morawiecki's idea of a referendum on Schengen crazy

Donald Tusk criticized Mateusz Morawiecki's ideas concerning a deportation service and a referendum on suspending Poland's participation in Schengen.

Politics • August 20, 04:15 AM • 25429 views
Poland held the largest military parade in its history, while the authorities called on people to be prepared for warVideo

Poland held the largest military parade in its history in Warsaw, featuring more than 2,000 military personnel and 300 pieces of equipment. Prime Minister Tusk said that the country must be strong in order to avoid war.

News of the World • August 15, 01:52 PM • 19416 views
A Russian national who was preparing an assassination attempt on a citizen of Ukraine and the United States has been detained in Poland

Polish special services detained a Russian national who, on orders from the Russian Federation, was planning the murder of a Ukrainian-born U. S. citizen in Warsaw. Prime Minister Tusk called it the first such case in a NATO country.

Crimes and emergencies • August 13, 02:57 PM • 6001 views
The departure of Starmer and Macron threatens the existence of the "coalition of the willing" - The Telegraph

The Telegraph reports that the departure of Keir Starmer and the inability of Emmanuel Macron to run in the next elections create a leadership vacuum in the "coalition of the willing. " This could lead to a change in Europe's support for Ukraine, especially given the possible rise in influence of pro-Russian candidates.

Politics • August 3, 03:32 AM • 30567 views
In Poland, after the missile fall, a wave of disinformation aimed at discrediting Ukraine has intensified

After the fall of a Russian Kh-101 missile in Poland, two disinformation campaigns have been recorded: against Ukraine and the Polish government. Experts warn of the risk of increased social polarization.

Society • July 31, 10:23 AM • 22249 views
Ukrainian expert to join investigation of missile fall in PolandPhoto

Polish investigators have recovered numerous fragments of the missile that fell in the Lublin Voivodeship. The examination of the fragments will take place on Friday with the participation of a Ukrainian expert.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 06:38 AM • 5133 views
Ukraine seeks Patriot missiles from allies after lack of new promises from the US

Ukrainian Ambassador Olha Stefanishyna stated that Zelenskyy's visit to the US did not bring new commitments regarding Patriot missiles due to a shortage. Ukraine is temporarily seeking missiles from other partners and plans its own production.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 08:23 PM • 11102 views
NATO Secretary General Rutte discussed with Tusk the entry of a Russian missile into Poland and reaffirmed support for Ukraine

NATO Secretary General Rutte condemned the violation of Polish airspace by a Russian missile. The Alliance activated air defense and ground defense assets, and the incident is under investigation.

Politics • July 30, 02:35 PM • 5146 views