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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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Poland reached agreements with France in the field of nuclear deterrence - what is it about

Macron and Tusk agreed on cooperation in nuclear deterrence and strengthening border protection. Poland will join the group of European allies.

Politics • April 21, 06:19 AM • 5035 views
Macron expects progress from Hungary on €90 billion loan to Ukraine

The French President hopes for swift EU loan approval after a change of government in Hungary. Donald Tusk emphasized Péter Magyar's pro-European stance.

Economy • April 20, 09:33 PM • 14394 views
The EU announced the start of "constructive" negotiations with the new Hungarian government and hinted at its position on Ukraine.

The EU is discussing unblocking funds and changing Budapest's position on Ukraine. Hungary must meet the conditions by the end of August to receive 10.4 billion euros.

Politics • April 20, 01:42 PM • 4718 views
Tusk announced Russian influence on Nawrocki's campaign through a crypto firm

The Polish Prime Minister stated that politicians were supported by Zondacrypto, a company linked to Russia. The firm allegedly sponsored events in support of Karol Nawrocki.

Politics • April 17, 09:15 PM • 7484 views
"European values prevail": EU leaders congratulate Magyar on election success in HungaryPhotoVideo

The President of the European Council and the Prime Ministers of Spain and Poland congratulated the leader of the Tisza party. António Costa noted the record turnout and expressed readiness for cooperation with Hungary.

Politics • April 13, 02:53 AM • 12867 views
Orban created "traps" for his successor - Politico learned how loyalists can block new authorities

Viktor Orban appointed his supporters to key state institutions to block budgets and laws. The new government will not be able to change the system without a majority.

News of the World • April 3, 08:06 AM • 4889 views
In response to Tusk's words about "Putin's dream," Orban demanded the "immediate" lifting of sanctions on Russian energy

The Hungarian Prime Minister calls on the EU to lift restrictions against Russia to save the economy. He also sharply responded to Donald Tusk's accusations of ties with Putin.

Politics • April 2, 02:50 PM • 11179 views
Tusk called US withdrawal from NATO and cessation of aid to Ukraine "Putin's dream"

The Polish Prime Minister stated that the Alliance is threatened with disintegration and the cessation of aid to Ukraine in the war with Russia.

Politics • April 2, 12:07 PM • 4102 views
EU excludes Hungary from sensitive talks over fears of 'leaks' to Russia - Politico

The European Union is reducing the exchange of confidential data with Budapest due to the risk of leaks to the Kremlin. EU leaders are moving to meetings in narrow formats.

News of the World • March 23, 06:58 AM • 6858 views
Tusk stated that Poland suspects Hungary of transferring EU data to Russia

Donald Tusk spoke of long-standing suspicions regarding information leaks from Brussels to Moscow via Budapest. The Hungarian side officially denies all accusations.

News of the World • March 22, 11:14 PM • 7775 views
Donald Tusk stated a real threat of Poland's withdrawal from the European UnionPhoto

The Polish Prime Minister considers Polexit a real threat due to the actions of right-wing parties and external pressure. Tusk promises to do everything possible to preserve the country's membership in the EU.

Politics • March 15, 09:10 PM • 17740 views
Tusk reacted to Nawrocki's veto and launched Plan B for rearmament

The Polish government adopted the Polska Zbrojna program after the president's veto of the 200 billion zloty law. The Ministry of Defense will coordinate SAFE funds through a special fund.

Politics • March 13, 02:45 PM • 4816 views
Nawrocki vetoed the SAFE law, Tusk called it a disgrace and convenes an extraordinary government meeting

The Polish president vetoed the SAFE loan program due to security risks. Donald Tusk called it a disgrace and convened an urgent government meeting.

Politics • March 12, 09:29 PM • 21834 views
Navrotskyi submitted an alternative defense funding plan to parliament instead of EU loans

The President of Poland initiated the SAFE 0% plan to modernize the army using NBP profits. Donald Tusk criticizes the idea due to a lack of real guarantees.

News of the World • March 10, 09:28 PM • 5439 views
Kaczyński's party has chosen its candidate for Polish prime ministerPhoto

Former Minister of Education Przemysław Czarnek has officially become the PiS candidate for prime minister. The party is preparing for the 2027 parliamentary elections.

Politics • March 8, 05:25 AM • 9598 views
Donald Tusk called Russia the main winner in the Middle East war

The Polish Prime Minister stated that Russia benefits from the war in the Middle East. According to him, the Kremlin profits from chaos and rising oil prices.

Politics • March 8, 03:05 AM • 12598 views
Poland and Sweden are negotiating with France on a "nuclear umbrella"

Poland and Sweden are discussing with France an advanced nuclear deterrence program to strengthen European security. Prime Ministers Tusk and Kristersson confirmed their readiness to participate in these negotiations.

Politics • March 2, 09:28 PM • 13247 views
Mass protests against the EU defense program took place in Warsaw outside the Presidential Palace

Protests took place in Warsaw against Poland's participation in the European defense project SAFE. The opposition demands a veto on the bill, which, in their opinion, threatens the country's sovereignty.

Politics • February 21, 09:58 PM • 8627 views
Is it beneficial for Putin? Tusk reacted to Hungary's blocking of aid to Ukraine

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk commented on Hungary's blocking of European aid to Ukraine. He noted that this benefits certain forces, including those from Russia.

Politics • February 21, 05:58 PM • 9366 views
In Poland, the coalition faced chaos after a group of MPs decided to form a new faction - Tusk commented

Poland's Climate Minister Paulina Hennig-Kloska and 18 MPs left the "Poland 2050" party to form a new political group, "Center. " Prime Minister Donald Tusk assured the coalition's stability until the next elections.

News of the World • February 18, 03:37 PM • 4800 views
Poland considers developing its own nuclear weapons due to the threat from Russia

President Karol Nawrocki stated that Poland should consider developing its own nuclear weapons. This is due to the growing threat from Russia and discussions about a potential European nuclear defense.

Politics • February 15, 01:24 PM • 11859 views
EU SAFE program sparks political dispute in Poland - Politico

Poland's president expresses doubts about the EU's €43. 7 billion SAFE program for armaments, while the prime minister supports it. This comes amid political disagreements between them.

Politics • February 12, 05:41 PM • 4725 views
Poland's 48th package is almost ready: Tusk named the volume and mentioned MiG-29s for Ukraine

Poland is finalizing the preparation of the 48th military aid package for Ukraine, worth 200 million zlotys, which will include armored vehicles and MiG-29 fighter jets. This was stated by Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk on February 5.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 03:01 PM • 5614 views
"The end of the war was not agreed upon": Zelenskyy announced a new round of negotiations in the near future

Ukraine, the US, and Russia have agreed on a new round of negotiations after meetings in Abu Dhabi. Zelenskyy stated that details are not being disclosed due to the sensitivity of the information.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 02:09 PM • 3882 views
Zelenskyy sharply reacted to Moscow's "signals" regarding the occupied territories

The Ukrainian leader emphasized that negotiations would continue in the near future, and he rejected Russia's demands for international recognition of the occupied territories, stressing that the occupation status is temporary and the territories remain Ukrainian.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 01:56 PM • 6058 views
Ukraine offers Poland drones in exchange for MiG aircraft: what Zelenskyy said

Ukraine is ready to exchange drones for MiG aircraft with Poland. Strengthening air defense and obtaining appropriate missiles remains a priority for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 01:45 PM • 4842 views
Zelenskyy met with Tusk: honored the memory of fallen Ukrainian defendersVideo

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk honored the memory of fallen Ukrainian defenders. Tusk also honored the memory of Polish victims in Bykivnia.

Politics • February 5, 09:09 AM • 3986 views
Polish Prime Minister Tusk arrives in Kyiv for a visitPhoto

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has begun a visit to Kyiv. He was met by Ukraine's Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha.

Politics • February 5, 07:11 AM • 4498 views
Poland to investigate Jeffrey Epstein's possible ties to Russian special services

Poland will investigate Jeffrey Epstein's possible ties to Russian intelligence. Prime Minister Tusk announced the creation of a group to examine the consequences of Epstein's activities for Poland's security.

Politics • February 3, 05:08 PM • 4860 views
Tusk to visit Kyiv in the coming days

The head of the Polish government, Donald Tusk, will visit Kyiv in the coming days. He noted that Ukraine cannot be left alone in this dramatic time.

Politics • February 2, 05:54 PM • 4093 views