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Democrats demand explanations from Marco Rubio regarding Zbigniew Ziobro's visa to the US, while Donald Trump becomes angry at the Secretary of Defense over the cancellation of sending American soldiers to Poland. The first day of Polsat Hit Festival 2026 features a tribute to Krzysztof Krawczyk and the jubilee of Kombii, as Jakub Kiwior becomes a target for FC Barcelona. In a survey, Poles are divided on the transcription of same-sex marriages contracted abroad, while the Mayor of Zakopane announces that he will refuse such transcriptions. A presidential photographer mocks the government by publishing an archival photo of Karol Nawrocki meeting with Donald Trump. On a lighter note, the day is marked by a korzystny biomet and warm weather across Poland. The day ends with the Democrats demanding explanations from Marco Rubio regarding Zbigniew Ziobro's visa to the US, while Donald Trump becomes angry at the Secretary of Defense over the cancellation of sending American soldiers to Poland.

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In the United States, a series of events unfolded on May 23, 2026. A chemical plant explosion risk in California prompted an evacuation order for around 40,000 people in Orange County. In New York City, a blast at a shipyard resulted in at least 31 injuries, including two severe cases. Meanwhile, former US President Donald Trump sparked controversy by considering renewing attacks on Iran and discussing Grenland. In China, a mining accident led to four deaths and the entrapment of 90 workers underground. Hungary decided to reverse its decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court, while a fire broke out at a nuclear power plant substation in Ukraine. The EU and Mexico signed a trade agreement, and Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly considered ending the war in Ukraine by year-end under certain conditions. A tragic incident occurred in Poland when a 21-year-old woman died in her boyfriend's arms, and Trump announced he would not attend his son's wedding due to national obligations.

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