Poland grilled in the EP
Today the European Parliament held a debate about Poland and Hungary. The discussion, which is expected to lead to a formal resolution, was put on the agenda by MEPs from the EPP and S&D groups. Poland is represented by the Civic Platform and supporters from the left. The session aims to draft a resolution that reflects the discussed concerns.
Media reports had suggested that a new event likened to a “barbecue” in the European Parliament might take place on May 3. This prompted broad commentary from a range of policymakers. They recalled that Putin’s regime has waged savage crimes in Ukraine for months, and argued that Europe should prioritize holding the Russian leadership accountable and addressing the humanitarian and security consequences at its borders.
Beata Szydło to MEPs: what are you doing this for?
Beata Szydło, a former prime minister and current MEP for Law and Justice, contributed to the EP debate via Twitter. She urged Polish MEPs to reflect on the timing and impact of their actions, noting that millions of Ukrainians have found shelter in Poland as the war unfolds next door. She pointed out that numerous analysts, diplomats, and veteran politicians have highlighted concerns about the rule of law in Poland, even as Ukraine faces ongoing aggression from Russia. Szydło stated that some MEPs were engaging in what she described as continuing attacks, arguing that the focus should remain on accountability for the Russian regime rather than internal criticisms in Strasbourg.
The debate in the EP regarding Poland on what has been termed the Polish National Day drew sharp commentary. Critics questioned the motive behind the timing and suggested that opposition voices were characterizing the actions of a diverse group of individuals as hypocrisy. The discussions reflected a wider contention about how European institutions balance national anniversaries with responses to current security threats along Poland’s borders.
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Day after day reports have continued to document the ongoing war and its impact on neighboring nations. The discussion in the Parliament remains a focal point for debates on European unity, national sovereignty, and the rule of law across member states.
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Source: wPolityce