Russia is trying to exploit the conflict in Poland. "NYT" on the scandal surrounding the Constitutional Tribunal

On Friday, the Polish government deployed preventive police units to secure the Constitutional Tribunal amid ongoing political disputes. Right-wing opponents accused the government of a "coup," a narrative quickly amplified by Russian officials and media. Dmitry Medvedev claimed a constitutional coup was underway in Poland, while Russian propaganda echoed sentiments from far-right European politicians. Prime Minister Donald Tusk highlighted the surge of Russian bots spreading disinformation online, aiming to destabilize Poland and undermine support for Ukraine. The situation around the Tribunal has provided Russia with an opportunity to intensify its disinformation campaigns against Polish institutions and society.