Zbigniew Ziobro, former Minister of Justice in Poland, recently received a threatening message that warned him to prepare for dire consequences, mentioning Budapest—a metaphor suggesting that he might not be safe. The message was allegedly sent by a man who unsuccessfully ran for a local council seat in Starachowice during the upcoming 2024 local elections, backed by the opposition Civic Platform (PO). This incident has raised concerns given Ziobro's political history and the increasing tension in Polish politics.

In his response to the threat, Ziobro recalled a past event from 2010 when he had been targeted by a member of PO who had aimed to kill him. The threat was linked to a past incident where the assailant had already committed murder, raising alarms regarding political violence in Polish society. Ziobro's recounting reveals a climate of fear and intimidation which seems to be manifesting within the political arena in Poland.

Ziobro has reported the threat to the prosecutor's office, emphasizing the severity of such political intimidation. Moreover, he has pointed fingers at Donald Tusk, suggesting that the current political environment is tainted by such coercive tactics as the opposition strengthens its strategies against the ruling Law and Justice party (PiS). The implications of this incident may further complicate the political landscape as the 2024 elections approach, highlighting the tensions between the various political factions in the country.