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August 13, 2026

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A major political development sees former Deputy Justice Minister Marcin Romanowski reportedly flee to Transnistria amidst accusations of treason, triggering an active police investigation into his whereabouts. This comes as an escalation of the corruption charges he faces. Concurrently, the nation is grappling with a massive data breach from the MyDr service, exposing the personal information of 19 million citizens. Authorities are advising individuals on how to secure their identity in the wake of this unprecedented cyber incident. Meanwhile, political tensions are rising between President Karol Nawrocki and the government over delayed promotions for security service chiefs, while opposition figure Przemysław Czarnek faces rumors of resignation. Amidst these domestic challenges, new statistics from the Central Statistical Office reveal a significant acceleration in the national economy, with a notable increase in GDP. Separately, a procedural error has been noted in the appeal against the 'asphalt farmer's' arrest, though his family continues their legal battle.

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Former Deputy Justice Minister and PiS MP Marcin Romanowski has reportedly fled to Transnistria, a breakaway region with Russian influence, after facing corruption charges and an arrest warrant. An ex-officer has accused him of treason against Poland, and police are now investigating his whereabouts, with his commissioner stating he is outside the European Union.

Onet: Marcin Romanowski Flees to Transnistria; Ex-Officer Claims Treason

Former official Marcin Romanowski has reportedly fled to Transnistria, with an ex-officer accusing him of treason against Poland.

Wyborcza: Romanowski's Commissioner: My Client is Outside the European Union

A report concerning Romanowski's commissioner, stating that their client is not within the European Union, suggesting potential legal or extradition issues.

Fakt: Police to Check if Marcin Romanowski is in Transnistria; Police Movement…

Authorities will investigate whether Marcin Romanowski is in Transnistria, with anticipated police activity in the area.

A significant data breach from the MyDr service, a provider of Poland's Electronic Medical Records system, has compromised the confidential medical data of nearly 19 million Polish citizens. The incident has prompted authorities to advise individuals on how to check if their data was affected and how to protect their PESEL numbers and personal identity.

Fakt: Data Leak of 19 Million Poles: How to Check if Your Data Was Compromised by…

A massive data breach affecting 19 million Polish individuals has occurred, and instructions are provided on how to verify if personal data was stolen.

Onet: Massive Data Leak from MyDr: How to Block Your PESEL and Protect Identity

A significant data breach from the MyDr service has occurred, with advice provided on how to block one's PESEL number and safeguard personal identity.

New details have emerged regarding escalating tensions between the Presidential Palace and security services, specifically concerning President Karol Nawrocki's delay in approving promotions for key security officials. This situation highlights ongoing political clashes within the government.

Onet: Tensions Rise: President Delays Promotions for Security Service Chiefs Amidst…

New details emerge about escalating tensions between the Presidential Palace and security services concerning delayed promotions for key officials.

Przemysław Czarnek, a prominent figure in the opposition Law and Justice (PiS) party and its candidate for Prime Minister, is reportedly hinting at a possible resignation and expressing discontent over internal party issues.

Onet: Czarnek Resignation Rumors: Minister Discusses Party Dynamics and Grievances

Minister Przemysław Czarnek hints at a possible resignation and discusses internal party issues, expressing his discontent.

Poland has seen a significant increase of over 300% in deportations, with reports indicating a clear majority of individuals from one specific nationality being deported.

Interia: Wave of deportations from Poland. Clear majority of one nation

A significant increase of over 300% in deportations from Poland has been observed, with a particular majority of one specific nationality being deported.

Dawid Kacprzyk, a millionaire doctor who was involved in a scandal regarding his high earnings without a specialization and later resigned from the Civic Coalition, has reportedly been seen driving his Porsche after disappearing.

Fakt: Millionaire Doctor Vanished After Scandal, Seen in His Porsche

A doctor, who is a millionaire and was involved in a scandal, has reportedly been seen driving his Porsche after disappearing.

An appeal challenging the arrest of the farmer, Józef M., who gained public attention for allegedly plowing an asphalt road in Gliwice, was reportedly filed with a procedural error. Despite this setback, the farmer's family is continuing their legal efforts.

Fakt: Appeal Against Farmer's Arrest Filed Incorrectly; Family Continues Fight

An appeal against the arrest of a farmer who allegedly "plowed asphalt" in Gliwice was filed with an error, but the family is persisting in their efforts.

Reports suggest that some Polish speedway riders are using Ozempic, a diabetes medication, off-label to lose weight and potentially enhance their performance, raising concerns within the sport.

Wirtualna Polska: Speedway riders reportedly using Ozempic for performance enhancement

A report suggests that some Polish speedway riders are using Ozempic, a diabetes medication, to lose weight and potentially improve their performance, raising concerns about the drug's off-label use in sports.

A 70-year-old woman has been issued a substantial fine of 10,000 PLN for making an incorrect turn, a penalty she has publicly criticized as unacceptable.

Wirtualna Polska: 70-year-old receives a 10,000 PLN fine for a wrong turn: 'This is unacceptable'

A 70-year-old woman was issued a hefty fine of 10,000 PLN for making an incorrect turn, a penalty she deems unacceptable.

A MiG-29 fighter jet was forced to make an emergency landing at the Malbork airbase in Poland following an unspecified incident.

Onet: MiG-29 Fighter Jet Makes Emergency Landing in Malbork

An incident involving a MiG-29 fighter jet required an emergency landing in Malbork, Poland.

A mother has successfully won a lawsuit against an anti-abortion foundation, resulting in a landmark court decision that requires the removal of their billboards.

Onet: Mother Wins Case Against Anti-Abortion Foundation; Billboards Must Be Removed

A mother has successfully won a lawsuit against an anti-abortion foundation, resulting in a landmark ruling that billboards must be taken down.

Residents are reportedly facing eviction and chaotic scenes after a church sold land, leading to dramatic situations for those living on the properties.

Wirtualna Polska: Church sells land, leading to eviction of residents; chaotic scenes reported

Following the sale of land by a church, residents are facing eviction, leading to dramatic and chaotic situations.

A significant police operation has been launched in the city of Zabrze following reports of riots, with further details on the incident expected to emerge.

Wirtualna Polska: Riots in Zabrze: Large police operation underway, details emerge

A significant police operation is in progress following riots in the city of Zabrze, Poland, with details of the incident becoming available.

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