"EU Demands Poland's Explanation on Visa Bribes as Germany-Poland Border Conflict Escalates"

The European Union (EU) has demanded answers from Poland regarding reports of visa bribery at its consulates in Asia and Africa. Poland's Foreign Ministry confirmed an ongoing investigation into 268 cases of bribery involving consular officials, but claimed that the issue has been exaggerated by the media and opposition parties ahead of parliamentary elections. The EU is seeking clarity on the number of visas and consulates involved, while Germany's Interior Minister has also called for clarification from her Polish counterpart. The reports of visa bribery are playing a significant role in the election campaign between Poland's ruling party and the opposition.
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