Poland has officially issued a European arrest warrant for Marcin Romanowski, the former Deputy Minister of Justice, who has recently been granted asylum in Hungary. This decision comes as Warsaw continues its crackdown on officials linked to the ruling Law and Justice party (PiS) who are accused of misusing public resources. The Polish judiciary has reported this development, highlighting the ongoing tensions surrounding political accountability and transparency in the region.

Romanowski’s asylum in Hungary has sparked outrage in Poland, particularly as it has drawn attention to the contentious relationship between the two nations, especially under the leadership of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Orbán, known for his 'illiberal' governance, has historically been an ally of PiS in Poland, yet the asylum decision has strained diplomatic ties — particularly in light of earlier conflicts related to EU funding freezes aimed at both countries over concerns regarding the rule of law.

The political landscape has shifted in Poland recently with the election of Donald Tusk and his pro-European coalition, which has reopened access to EU funds that were previously suspended due to allegations against PiS. Tensions between Warsaw and Budapest continue to escalate, further complicated by the ongoing war in Ukraine, as both nations navigate their complex political relationships amidst broader regional instability.