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Robert Fico

Slovak politician, head of the government of Slovakia since October 25, 2023. Before that, he headed the government in 2006-2010 and 2012-2018.
Born on September 15, 1964, in Topoľčany, Slovakia. He earned a law degree from Comenius University in Bratislava and worked in jurisprudence before starting his political career. For many years, he served as head of government, becoming a record holder for the longest tenure in this position. Currently, he continues to lead the government of the Slovak Republic as the leader of the SMER-SD party ("Direction - Social Democracy"). He is known for his pro-Russian views and criticism of the Ukrainian authorities.
1993
Appointed as a member of the Slovak delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe
1999
Founded the political party "Direction - Social Democracy."
2006
Formed the first coalition government after winning the parliamentary elections
2009
Introduced the single European currency, the euro, in the territory of the Slovak Republic
2012
Formed the first single-party majority government in the history of modern Slovakia
2023
Assumed the position of Prime Minister for the fourth time
2024
Fico was the target of an assassination attempt, resulting in a gunshot wound
2025
Held negotiations in Moscow to ensure the supply of natural gas to Slovakia. In the same year, Fico effectively justified Russia's aggression against Ukraine
2025
264 psychiatrists and psychologists signed an open letter expressing concern about Fico's mental state due to his statements
2026
Supported the Hungarian government's proposal to create an inspection to check the condition of the "Druzhba" oil pipeline
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The EU still cannot agree on sanctions against russia — France and Luxembourg are making matters more complicated with their demands

France and Luxembourg are making demands regarding the EU sanctions list. The current restrictions on nearly 3,000 individuals expire on September 22.

Politics • September 21, 08:56 AM • 5037 views
Fico accused Western politicians of seeking to provoke a conflict between NATO and Russia

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico accused Western politicians of seeking to provoke a conflict between NATO and Russia. He stated that Slovakia would not take part in such a war.

Politics • September 20, 05:43 AM • 8204 views
"It cannot overtake Montenegro" - Fico opposed Ukraine's accelerated accession to the EU

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said that Ukraine must fulfill all the conditions for EU accession without exceptions. However, he is ready to share his integration experience.

Politics • August 25, 01:06 PM • 7492 views
Fico denied Slovakia's participation in the "coalition of the willing" after a statement by the French embassy

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated that the country is not and will not be a member of the "coalition of the willing" in support of Ukraine. The French ambassador acknowledged the previous statement as erroneous and promised a public clarification.

Politics • July 24, 10:38 PM • 17230 views
Fico revealed details of negotiations with Zelenskyy - pointed to the development of a "constructive" dialogueVideo

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico shared details of negotiations with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the EU summit, calling the development of the dialogue constructive and substantive. The parties discussed the current situation and EU enlargement, despite differing views.

Politics • June 19, 11:42 AM • 4134 views
Zelenskyy met with Slovak Prime Minister Fico and invited him to Ukraine

President Zelenskyy met with Slovak Prime Minister Fico in Brussels and discussed peace efforts and European integration. Zelenskyy thanked Slovakia for its support and invited Fico to visit Ukraine.

Politics • June 18, 08:04 PM • 4431 views
Fico demands money from the European Commission for weapons transferred to Ukraine

Robert Fico will discuss compensation for assistance to the Armed Forces of Ukraine with Ursula von der Leyen. The Prime Minister claims an acute shortage of funds due to the support for Ukraine.

Economy • June 5, 09:26 PM • 10909 views
Magyar condemns, Fico wants dialogue with the RF, and Nawrocki demands Moscow's accountability - reaction to the Russian drone strike in Romania

Neighboring countries reacted to the Russian drone strike on a high-rise building in Romania. Fico wants dialogue with Moscow, while Poland demands Russia's accountability.

Politics • May 29, 11:59 AM • 3756 views
Associate membership could block Ukraine's actual accession to the EU - Irish Foreign Minister

The Irish Foreign Ministry warns that associate member status would block Ukraine's full accession to the EU. This could create a two-tier approach to the bloc's expansion.

Politics • May 23, 03:34 AM • 12443 views
"Either we take someone in, or we don't": Fico rejected Merz's idea of "associated" EU membership for Ukraine

Robert Fico rejected the idea of German Chancellor candidate Merz regarding associated EU membership for Ukraine without voting rights. The Slovak Prime Minister advocates for either full accession or rejection.

Politics • May 21, 08:36 PM • 18824 views
Hungary ready to support EU sanctions against head of ROC Kirill – media

Hungary's new government will not obstruct the imposition of restrictions against the head of the ROC and Russian officials. The EU is also preparing sanctions against Russia's shadow fleet.

Politics • May 20, 11:57 AM • 3447 views
Fico shows himself swimming in a lake with a dog on the anniversary of the assassination attemptVideo

Robert Fico published a video from a lake on the anniversary of the assassination attempt against him. The shooting attack occurred on May 15 during a meeting in Handlová.

Politics • May 15, 04:10 PM • 4149 views
A conversation between Zelenskyy and Putin will not happen "out of the blue" - Budanov

Budanov stated Ukraine's readiness for negotiations in the event of Russia's sincerity. He emphasized that there is currently no direct communication between the presidents.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 03:44 PM • 4460 views
Fico: If Zelenskyy is interested in a meeting, he should call Putin

The Slovak Prime Minister reported Putin's reaction to Zelenskyy's proposal to meet. For this to happen, the President of Ukraine must call him personally.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 10:26 AM • 10732 views
Fico conveyed Zelenskyy's message to Putin regarding readiness for a meeting

Slovak Prime Minister Fico conveyed Zelenskyy's words to Putin about the readiness for a meeting in any format.

Politics • May 10, 08:58 AM • 7570 views
Putin stated he is ready to meet with Zelenskyy not only in Moscow, but named a condition

Putin is ready to meet with Zelenskyy in a third country. He also announced plans for a prisoner exchange following Trump's proposal.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 07:00 PM • 4810 views
The Kremlin stated that Putin is ready to meet with Zelenskyy in Moscow

The Kremlin announced Putin's readiness to receive Zelenskyy in Moscow for negotiations.

Politics • May 9, 02:57 PM • 7962 views
EU welcomes "new chapter" as Magyar takes power as Hungary's new Prime Minister

The European Union hopes for a rapprochement with Hungary as Péter Magyar was sworn in as the country's Prime Minister, ending the 16-year rule of Viktor Orbán.

News of the World • May 9, 02:49 PM • 3866 views
Kremlin stated that Fico did not convey any messages from Zelenskyy to Putin

Yuri Ushakov stated that Robert Fico did not convey any messages from Zelenskyy to Putin. The Kremlin also confirmed the three-day duration of the May truce.

Politics • May 9, 02:38 PM • 4450 views
Without military equipment, but with Koreans. The May 9 parade in Moscow lasted only 45 minutesPhotoVideo

The event lasted 45 minutes without ground equipment, but with aviation and North Korean troops. Leaders of Belarus, Kazakhstan, Laos and other states arrived for the parade.

Politics • May 9, 08:40 AM • 143603 views
Fico arrived in Moscow to meet with Putin and called himself the "black sheep of the EU"Video

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico arrived in Moscow to meet with Putin. He called himself the "black sheep of the EU" and expressed support for a ceasefire in Ukraine.

Politics • May 8, 10:41 PM • 9385 views
Fico to deliver message from Zelenskyy to Putin during Moscow visit – Slovak media

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico will bring a message from Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Moscow. The plane will bypass Poland and the Baltic states due to overflight bans and will follow a "wide arc."

Politics • May 7, 10:39 PM • 14458 views
Luxembourg MEP Kartheiser recruits colleagues for trips to Russia - Politico

Fernand Kartheiser is inviting MEPs to a meeting with the Russian State Duma in June. He refused to name the European politicians or officials to whom he sent the invitations. The EU has called this an attempt to draw politicians into cooperation with the Kremlin.

Politics • May 7, 08:00 AM • 5255 views
Sikorski: Poland will forgive Fico's visit to Moscow on the condition of unblocking aid to Ukraine

Poland will forgive Fico's visit to the Russian Federation if Slovakia unblocks aid to Ukraine. Sikorski noted positive changes in the Slovak Prime Minister's attitude toward Kyiv.

Politics • May 7, 04:15 AM • 5493 views
Fico to meet Putin in Moscow on May 9, but will ignore military parade - media

Robert Fico will meet with Putin in Moscow on May 9 to honor the memory of fallen soldiers. The Slovak Prime Minister will not attend the military parade.

News of the World • May 4, 06:27 PM • 7103 views
Ukraine resumes dialogue with Slovakia and Georgia - Zelenskyy

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the restoration of dialogue between the countries following a meeting with the Prime Ministers of Slovakia and Georgia.

Politics • May 4, 05:46 PM • 3713 views
Zelenskyy met with Fico – Slovakia is ready to help Ukraine on its path to EU accessionVideo

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Robert Fico in Yerevan to discuss cooperation. Slovakia supported Ukraine's EU membership and joint visits.

Politics • May 4, 10:53 AM • 4223 views
Fico stated after a conversation with Zelenskyy that a peace agreement with Russia is impossible without Ukraine's consent

Slovak Prime Minister Fico stated that a peace agreement with Russia is impossible without Ukraine's consent. The country supports Kyiv's accession to the EU and is preparing a meeting in Yerevan.

Politics • May 2, 04:00 PM • 10525 views
Moscow prepares for May 9 with communication restrictions and no military equipment - FIS

For the first time since 2007, there will be no military equipment at the parade in Moscow, and communications will be disabled. The number of foreign leaders and spectators has been significantly restricted.

Politics • May 2, 01:19 PM • 5380 views
Zelenskyy spoke with Fico - Slovakia expressed its position on Ukraine's accession to the EU

The President of Ukraine discussed European integration and the strengthening of bilateral relations with the Prime Minister of Slovakia. The leaders are preparing for a personal meeting in Kyiv and Bratislava in the near future.

Politics • May 2, 12:08 PM • 8674 views