Robert Fico
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the restoration of dialogue between the countries following a meeting with the Prime Ministers of Slovakia and Georgia.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Robert Fico in Yerevan to discuss cooperation. Slovakia supported Ukraine's EU membership and joint visits.
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.
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.
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.
The Czech Foreign Ministry denied banning Fico's plane from flying to Moscow through its airspace. At the same time, a number of other European countries did indeed refuse to provide their airspace for the flight.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stated that Trump's mood influences oil prices. The politician also suggested the possibility of a future collapse of the NATO bloc.
Slovakia filed a lawsuit against the EU over the regulation on phasing out Russian gas. Boris Susko stated that the procedure for adopting this decision was violated.
Resumption of oil supplies will allow Hungary to lift its veto on a critical loan. Technical tests of the pipeline are scheduled for Tuesday.
Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania did not allow the Slovak Prime Minister to fly through their territory to the parade. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine called on other states to follow this step.
Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia closed their airspace to the Slovak Prime Minister's plane. Robert Fico plans to seek an alternative route for his visit to the Russian event.
The Baltic countries banned the Slovak Prime Minister's flight to the May 9 parade. Robert Fico plans to change his route to visit the Russian capital.
Slovakia will challenge energy sanctions against Russia in court due to a violation of the principle of unanimous voting. Bratislava demands the cancellation of gas limits.
Orbán's defeat in the elections offers hope for unblocking the EU loan, but bureaucracy will delay payments. Slovakia may also "intercept the veto" over the Druzhba oil pipeline.
The Prime Minister of Slovakia and the President of Serbia expressed their support for Viktor Orbán during the vote. The politicians noted his contribution to the protection of sovereignty.
The Slovak Prime Minister demands the lifting of restrictions on the import of Russian resources and the resumption of operations of the Druzhba oil pipeline. He called the European Commission's policy disastrous.
Kyiv will only have enough finances until June, according to estimates, due to Hungary's blocking of EU aid and delays from the IMF. The NBU may begin direct lending to the state budget.
Slovak police are investigating Prime Minister Fico's actions over the suspension of emergency power supplies to Ukraine. He is also suspected of abuse of power and treason.
The Slovak Prime Minister supported Viktor Orban and criticized the halt of oil supplies. Fico called himself not a suicide bomber for a visit to Kyiv.
The Slovak Prime Minister declared a state of emergency in oil supply. He accused Zelenskyy of interfering in the Hungarian election campaign.
Hungary and Slovakia are blocking a loan to Ukraine, demanding a solution to the Druzhba oil pipeline issue. Costa stated that Budapest has alternative supply routes.
Viktor Orban refuses to unblock financial aid to Ukraine until Russian oil supplies are fully restored. He accuses Kyiv of interference.
Richard Takáč advised the Slovak Prime Minister not to visit Kyiv due to the risk of assassination. The threats are linked to Zelenskyy's statements regarding Viktor Orbán.
The CEO of Rheinmetall stated that shells are available in warehouses due to a lack of funding. Hungary and Slovakia are blocking an EU loan for arms procurement.
Viktor Orban initially agreed to a visit to Ukraine, but later ceased communication. Zelenskyy stated that the Hungarian Prime Minister is playing into Moscow's hands.
The President of the European Commission and the Prime Minister of Slovakia discussed energy prices and conditions for receiving investments. The meeting took place against the backdrop of threats to block aid to Ukraine.
The European Commission stated that it currently has no new data regarding oil supplies via the 'Druzhba' pipeline. At the same time, Brussels continues consultations with Ukraine and EU countries that express concerns about possible disruptions, and assures that Europe is prepared for risks through diversification of energy supply.
The Slovak Prime Minister threatens to halt 90 billion euros in aid to Kyiv due to the cessation of oil transit. Fico demands an immediate resumption of supplies.
The European Commission is exploring the possibility of financial support to restore oil supplies through the 'Druzhba' pipeline. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will discuss this issue with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico.
The Hungarian government has released photos of cash and gold bars seized from seven detained Ukrainian cash collectors. Videos of the Ukrainians' arrest by Hungarian special services were also released.