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Poland's Tusk Threatens ECHR Withdrawal Amid Migration Crisis

10/30/2025

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Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned Poland could withdraw from the European Convention on Human Rights if reforms are not made, saying it blocks deportations and fuels migration concerns.
The comments drew backlash from human rights groups, including the Helsinki Foundation for Human Rights, warning they could normalize extremist views.
Spokesman Adam Szlapka said there are no plans to withdraw from the ECHR, noting the remarks relate to UK discussions.

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Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned Poland could withdraw from the European Convention on Human Rights if reforms are not made, saying it blocks deportations and fuels migration concerns.
The comments drew backlash from human rights groups, including the Helsinki Foundation for Human Rights, warning they could normalize extremist views.
Spokesman Adam Szlapka said there are no plans to withdraw from the ECHR, noting the remarks relate to UK discussions.