Thousands join Poland’s far-right march days after Krakow mass shooting

March amid political divisions

The annual march took place on Wednesday in Warsaw. Its organisers anticipated a record turnout, including foreign nationalists from across Europe. Critics say the event provides cover for racism and antisemitism. Participants, by contrast, describe the gathering as an expression of national pride.

Tusk calls for restraint

Prime Minister Donald Tusk appealed for restraint as political divisions sharpened. Ministers had angered nationalists by saying the Krakow gunman may have been influenced by far-right ideology. Speaking in Szczecin, Tusk said people who care about Poland should recognise independence, freedom and a secure republic as a shared good.

Krakow attack investigation

Prosecutors identified the gunman as Michał Oksiński. On 7 November, he drove into a market square in Krakow, killing six people, including a British national, and injuring 15; he later died after a shootout with police.

Police found three bodies at the 24-year-old suspect’s family home in Ostrowiec Swietokrzyski, about 93 miles northeast of Krakow. Officers believed the dead were his sister, mother and father.

Security around gathering

Organisers said the march should not be used for political purposes. Spokesperson Rafal Buca said they had condemned political attacks connected to the tragedy, whether from the right or the left.