The Great Betrayal: Donald Tusk and Poland’s Unchecked Migrant Crisis
Donald Tusk portrays himself as a defender against illegal migration, yet his actions tell another story. Is Poland becoming Europe's next victim of uncontrolled migration?
On the last day of the previous month, alarming articles appeared in some Polish media outlets (particularly conservative ones), reporting unusual situations on the streets of Polish cities. In several cities, including Gdańsk and Wrocław, Muslims were seen praying openly on the streets. Celebrating Eid al-Fitr (Ramadan Bajram), they blocked roads near mosques by laying out prayer mats, disrupting traffic for several hours. In the following days, mainstream media also reported these events, mainly pushing the narrative that these celebrations occur annually in Poland, emphasizing their spiritual nature, and confirming that appropriate permissions were obtained. However, they omitted the unprecedented scale of these gatherings. Street prayers of this magnitude had never before occurred in Poland. Where did such large groups of believers suddenly come from? Simultaneously, Prime Minister Donald Tusk publicly called on the president to swiftly sign legislation temporarily suspending the right to apply for asylum. Media supportive of Tusk amplified the situation on Poland's eastern border, where a Moscow-driven hybrid attack involving illegal migrants is indeed escalating. Neither the Prime Minister nor liberal-left media have reported that Tusk's German protectors, using legal frameworks (often involving German police), are actively pushing migrants (many from Muslim-majority countries) across Poland's western border. Germany, in coordination with authorities, is establishing centers along the border to redirect the influx of migrants flooding their country into Poland. We wrote about this on our blog at the end of February this year, and the plan is being ruthlessly executed—as is typical for Germany.
Aware of public sentiment in Poland, especially ahead of the crucial presidential elections scheduled for late May and early June this year, Tusk has been staging a media spectacle, portraying himself as a "warrior against illegal migration." This is blatant hypocrisy considering his years-long struggle against Polish conservatives on this issue. Tusk and his supporters previously did everything possible to prevent the construction of the eastern border barrier—which now safeguards Poland and the rest of Europe from an influx of illegal migrants. His party's MPs organized events near the border, blocked border guards' activities (even attacking them), and obstructed machinery building the border fence. It can be certain that if Tusk's favored candidate, Rafał Trzaskowski—also consistently pro-migration—wins the upcoming election, scenes similar to those observed during Eid al-Fitr on Polish streets will become commonplace, as they are in Germany, France, Belgium, etc. The ultimate goal of European liberals has long been to transform traditional societies, especially in Central Europe.
There have never been so many believers celebrating Eid al-Fitr in Poland. This is what the street in front of the mosque in Gdańsk looked like.
Polish society, unlike those in Western Europe or the USA, has historically opposed mass illegal migration. "Tolerance" in this region, despite decades of neo-Marxist efforts, has always meant "conditional acceptance," not complete acceptance as in liberal countries. Migrants have always had to adapt to our culture and respect local customs and laws. Clear rules ensured Poland's historical tolerance—illustrated by traditional minorities such as the Lipka Tatars, who have patriotically fulfilled their civic duties for centuries. Other traditional minorities included Karaims, Lemkos, Roma, and the largest group, Jews—all treated equally as long as they respected Polish culture. Poland also traditionally welcomed refugees fleeing political persecution (Belarusians, Georgians, Armenians, Greeks, Cubans) or war (Ukrainians, Chechens). However, Poles strongly reject attempts by outsiders to impose their ways on Polish society, which explains the significant public reaction to the widespread Muslim street prayers. Many Poles have lived or worked abroad—in Germany or the UK—and know such events inevitably lead to "migrant colonization," changing the character of neighborhoods, eventually creating "no-go" zones, and potentially introducing Sharia law in traditionally Christian cities.
The barrier on Poland's eastern border stops illegal migrants from entering the country uncontrolled. Donald Tusk and his party (and allies) did everything they could to prevent it from being built. The video shows a large group of migrants trying to break through the barrier, supported by Belarusian services. Polish soldiers stop illegal migrants.
In recent days, the issue of illegal migration dominated the Polish Sejm, yet once again Donald Tusk was conspicuously absent. Instead, his government sent Deputy Interior Minister Czesław Mroczek to push the increasingly thin narrative that "we won't accept anyone." Mroczek dodged specific questions about German police patrolling Polish cities such as Zgorzelec, where residents are reporting alarming sightings of foreign men, not the oft-promised "doctors and engineers," but young, intimidating men wandering openly and sowing fear. Former interior minister Elżbieta Witek rightly condemned this humiliation of Polish sovereignty, highlighting that German police are freely operating on Polish soil without proper permission or oversight from Polish authorities. Witek pointedly asked Mroczek why German police vehicles were driving freely in Zgorzelec, explicitly rejecting explanations of joint patrols, as she had personally witnessed German police officers acting independently. She demanded clarification on reports of groups of young men, equipped with smartphones and wearing new clothes, wandering through the town in a manner that frightened residents. Witek underscored the humiliation and violation of Polish sovereignty and insisted that Polish authorities should never tolerate foreign forces patrolling without consent. Instead of providing clear answers, Mroczek resorted to vague statements and political deflections, claiming the Polish government's consistent opposition to the EU migration pact and blaming previous governments for the pact's current provisions. This deliberate avoidance of addressing the critical security breach at the border is yet another glaring example of Tusk's failure in handling the migration crisis.
Meanwhile, on Poland’s western border, the crisis escalates unchecked. Citizens protest passionately, demanding immediate border closure, but Tusk’s government remains stubbornly silent. Karol Nawrocki, the conservative candidate for president, recently addressed citizens in Pabianice, pledging decisive action, including the unilateral termination of the EU migration pact, if elected. Nawrocki has highlighted a glaring contradiction: the government claims there is no money to build crucial infrastructure in Polish towns, yet simultaneously funds 49 integration centers for illegal migrants—clearly signaling where Tusk’s loyalties lie.
The protests, notably growing in size and intensity, demonstrate widespread Polish outrage over this issue. Groups such as Gazeta Polska Clubs and the Movement for Border Defense, led by Robert Bąkiewicz, reflect a mounting grassroots opposition. Citizens understand clearly that unchecked migration jeopardizes Poland's security, social cohesion, and cultural heritage, driving them toward leaders who offer decisive and authentic action rather than political theater.
Donald Tusk’s refusal to close the border, his support of Germany’s migrant relocation tactics, and his absence during crucial Sejm debates reveal a leader dangerously disconnected from the national interest. His hypocrisy is no longer merely frustrating—it is a direct threat to Polish sovereignty and security. As the presidential elections approach, Poles must recognize the urgency of this moment: either they reject Tusk's dangerous policies, or they risk becoming victims of the same migrant-induced chaos that has already engulfed much of Western Europe.