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One Turn followed this story across 4 editions, from Krakow, Poland on November 8, 2026. Newest first.
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Hundreds of thousands joined Poland's Independence Day march in Warsaw, including President Nawrocki, according to reports. Estimates ranged from tens of thousands to 500,000. The march came days after a shooting in Krakow that killed six people, including a Scottish man.
Why it matters: It shows political tension in Poland after the shooting.
Sources: Le Monde, France 24, NZZ · See it on the globe
The 24-year-old gunman died in hospital after a shootout with police. Six people were killed and 16 hurt in the shooting at Krakow's Main Square. Thousands joined a silent march, and Poland's rival leaders attended.
Why it matters: It shook a country known for safety.
Sources: BBC News, Euronews, Al Jazeera via Wikipedia · See it on the globe
The 24-year-old gunman who killed six people in Krakow's main square died in hospital. About 15 people were wounded. Prosecutors say it is too early to name a motive. He had about 500 rounds of ammunition. Tusk and Nawrocki laid flowers together.
Why it matters: It was Poland's first mass shooting of this scale.
Sources: BBC News, Euronews, The Guardian · See it on the globe
Krakow's main square reopened after a gunman killed six people on Saturday. Prosecutors opened a terrorism investigation. The 24-year-old suspect, in critical condition, had far-right views and had also killed three relatives at home. Two police officers who confronted him are hailed as heroes. Poland declared two days of mourning.
Why it matters: It is a rare mass attack in Poland and raises security concerns across Europe.
Sources: The Guardian, The Guardian, Euronews · See it on the globe