Donald Tusk Takes the Helm as Poland's Prime Minister, Ending Authoritarian Rule

Poland's parliament has elected Donald Tusk as the country's new prime minister, following a national election won by a coalition of pro-EU parties. Tusk, a centrist party leader, aims to restore democratic standards, improve ties with allies, and move Poland closer to European allies. His election marks the end of the right-wing populist Law and Justice party's government, which had faced disputes with the EU over issues such as judicial independence and minority rights. Tusk plans to unblock frozen EU funds earmarked for Poland and revive support for Ukraine.