Polish PM apologizes, promises to recognize EU marriages.
The Polish government apologized for past treatment of same-sex couples. They will now recognize same-sex marriages from other countries. Warsaw’s mayor also announced recognition before the government’s action.
Prime Minister Donald Tusk said the government was sorry for how they treated same-sex couples for many years. The government will follow decisions from the European Court of Justice. These decisions say that same-sex marriages from other European countries are now legal. This is a win for LGBTQ+ rights in Poland. The mayor of Warsaw announced the city would start recognizing these marriages quickly.
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Highlights
Tusk's Apology to Couples
The Polish Prime Minister apologized for past rejection of same-sex relationships.
Recognition of Foreign Marriages
The government will now recognize marriages from other EU states.
Warsaw City Action
The mayor of Warsaw will start recognizing these marriages.
Following Court Decisions
This change comes after previous court decisions and EU rulings.
Victory for LGBTQ+ Rights
The move is seen as a victory for LGBTQ+ rights in Poland.