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Waldemar Żurek

Justice Minister, Government of Poland

2 articles · 5 August 2025 to 27 July 2026

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Żurek delivered the extradition request through diplomatic channels on behalf of the National Prosecutor's Office.
Former judge persecuted under PiS; has begun removing judges promoted by the previous government.

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Poland seeks US extradition of former justice minister Ziobro on corruption charges

Warsaw has formally requested Washington arrest and hand over Zbigniew Ziobro, who faces 19 charges including leading a criminal group within the justice ministry and deploying Pegasus spyware against opponents.

Clara Devereux27 July 20268 min read

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Poland's new president sets collision course with Tusk government

Karol Nawrocki's inauguration creates a presidential veto that could paralyse judicial reform, tax policy and social legislation until the 2027 election, with only defence policy offering common ground.

Marek Jankowski5 August 20258 min read

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