Last Generation activists quickly dispersed by Warsaw police after blocking Wisłostrada

The demonstration, which began after 5 p.m., was aimed at protesting the lack of dialogue with Prime Minister Donald Tusk.

"I can’t stand to watch what’s happening to water, nature, and temperatures. I don’t want this kind of world for my grandchildren. That’s why I’m here, to defend their interests," said one activist during the protest. Addressing questions about the choice of road blockades as a form of protest, she added: "We’ve tried many other methods, unsuccessfully. In situations like this, radical action is necessary."

Another protester emphasized the scale of the action, stating: "There are about 50 of us here - our biggest protest so far. We’re joined by Obywatele RP and the Women’s Strike. We are protesting because the government of Prime Minister Donald Tusk is leading us toward climate collapse. Today marks the anniversary of this government taking power," she said, referencing recent climate events like floods and heatwaves.

"It’s only going to get worse," she warned.

The activists staged their blockade by sitting at a pedestrian crossing beneath the Gdański Bridge. Police promptly responded, removing the protesters from the road and conducting operations on-site. The roadway is now clear and open to traffic.

On Friday afternoon, Prime Minister Donald Tusk addressed recent events involving the environmental group Last Generation. He referenced an incident on Thursday at Krucza Street, where Marianna Schreiber entered the group’s headquarters with a fire extinguisher and sprayed an employee in the face. A report has been filed with the prosecutor's office, which is now conducting preliminary inquiries. "Idiotic attacks using a fire extinguisher or equally idiotic acts like defacing monuments with paint will be dealt with to the full extent of the law," Tusk wrote on X.

"Blocking roads, according to the European Court of Human Rights (!), violates the rights of other citizens and can be considered a criminal offense. Worth knowing," he added.

On Wednesday, members of Last Generation attempted to meet with Prime Minister Donald Tusk to discuss their climate demands. The meeting did not take place, and the activists only encountered journalists outside the Chancellery of the Prime Minister.

"As we promised, we came prepared with substantive arguments. We came here today to talk specifics ... and when the Prime Minister of Poland is ready for a serious discussion about Poles and the future of our country, we are ready to sit at the table," said representatives of Last Generation.

They used the occasion to announce what they described as "the largest Wisłostrada blockade in history." The activists claim that the lack of dialogue leaves them with no choice but to continue their resistance. "The Prime Minister of the Polish government is not leaving us with any alternatives by refusing to meet with us or address what is most critical for our generations. We will keep doing what we do," they warned.

The group has vowed to protest until their demands are met. During a prior blockade of Wisłostrada in early December, they outlined two main goals: redirecting all funding from the construction of expressways and highways to public transportation and introducing a nationwide regional transport ticket costing 50 zlotys per month.

The activists argue that they are opposing the government's inaction on the climate crisis. They have warned that the heavily trafficked Wisłostrada artery will remain a focal point for their civil resistance. Blockades are typically staged during morning rush hours but occasionally occur in the afternoon as well.