The new regulations, introduced as part of an amendment to the Homeland Defense and Counterintelligence Act, are aimed at safeguarding key national infrastructure, Polish media reported on Tuesday.
However, experts doubt the practical enforceability of the measure given modern technologies such as satellite imagery and drones, which make it nearly impossible to determine who is taking photographs and what is being captured.
Critics warn that the new ban could lead to significant inconveniences, particularly for public transport passengers, as enforcement may escalate to levels seen in airport security.
In the worst-case scenario, every traveler could face heightened scrutiny, with authorities potentially suspecting routine photography of covert intelligence gathering.
As Polish officials prepare to implement these restrictions, many question whether the benefits to national security will outweigh the challenges in practical enforcement and the potential impact on civil liberties.
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Source: TVP, Radio ZET, Polsat News