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Far-Right Party Fights Ukrainian Language in Schools

10/28/2025

Summary

Story summary

The far-right Confederation opposes including Ukrainian as a foreign language in high school matura exams, arguing it unfairly advantages Ukrainian students.
The 2023 decision was made under the Law and Justice (PiS) government.
PiS members were suspended for approving a strategic land sale for a major transport project.
The current government, led by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, is investigating the sale, which could cost the state as its value rises.

History

Historical Context

Since the Law and Justice (PiS) party gained power in 2015, Poland has faced a constitutional crisis marked by accusations of undermining judicial independence. In 2023, the Civic Coalition, led by Donald Tusk, won the parliamentary election, initiating reforms to restore the rule of law and address controversial land sales linked to transport projects, reflecting ongoing tensions over national identity and language policy.

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Story summary

The far-right Confederation opposes including Ukrainian as a foreign language in high school matura exams, arguing it unfairly advantages Ukrainian students.
The 2023 decision was made under the Law and Justice (PiS) government.
PiS members were suspended for approving a strategic land sale for a major transport project.
The current government, led by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, is investigating the sale, which could cost the state as its value rises.

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