US EditionPolitical Tensions Rise: Ex-Minister Marcin Romanowski Faces Arrest Warrant
The Warsaw court seeks to advance prosecutions against Marcin Romanowski, accused of misusing €35 million from the Justice Fund and linked to an organised criminal group.
- A Warsaw court issued a European arrest warrant for former deputy justice minister, Romanowski, on Feb 18, as prosecutors renewed efforts against PiS officials.
- Political shifts in Poland prompted prosecutors to reopen cases after the Tusk government prioritized pursuing alleged PiS abuses, critics say the prosecutions are politically motivated.
- Investigators say the case involves alleged misuse of Justice Fund resources and the purchase of Israeli Pegasus spyware, with prosecutors accusing Romanowski of belonging to an 'organised criminal group.'
- A court previously revoked an earlier warrant, saying the Warsaw court cited a poisoned atmosphere and Hungary's protection, while Bartosz Lewandowski said the previous judge was removed and on February 17, 2026, prosecutors' request reissued the warrant.
- The dispute risks further straining Poland–Hungary ties as Hungary's prime minister shelters PiS figures like Zbigniew Ziobro, who faces charges and was granted asylum, amid ongoing legal and diplomatic tensions.
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Poland has issued a European arrest warrant for former Deputy Minister of Justice Marcin Romanowski, who was granted political asylum in Hungary in December 2024. The politician from the Law and Justice (PiS) party is suspected of economic crimes in his home country. Issuing a European arrest warrant is unlikely to lead to any results. Since the December amendment to the Act on Criminal Cooperation with EU Member States, the court must refuse to…
Poland issues European arrest warrant for former deputy minister granted asylum in Hungary
WARSAW, Feb 18 - Poland has issued a European Arrest Warrant for former deputy justice minister Marcin Romanowski who was granted asylum in Hungary, as Warsaw pursues PiS-era officials accused of abusing public funds, a PAP news report said, citing a Warsaw court press office. Read more at straitstimes.com.
The diplomatic tug-of-war between Warsaw and Budapest has reached a new level: Polish authorities have issued a European Arrest Warrant (EAW) for former Deputy Minister of Justice Marcin Romanowski. The politician, who is accused of misuse of public funds, is currently in asylum in Hungary and is posting on social media from there – but according to commentators, the “noose” is already tightening around his neck.
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