Opposition Triumphs in Polish Election, Exit Polls Reveal

Poland's centrist opposition appears to have a better chance of forming the next government than the ruling Law and Justice party, according to an exit poll. An opposition victory would mark a significant shift in Europe, aligning Poland with the continent's core democracies and ending the rule of a government that sought to roll back the rule of law and restrict abortion and LGBTQ+ rights. The official count is still pending, but the opposition, led by Donald Tusk, has declared victory. The ruling party is scrambling to stay in power and may seek coalition partners. The results could take months to untangle, but an opposition win would have implications for Poland's relationship with the European Union and its stance on issues like LGBTQ+ rights and Ukraine.