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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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Slovak Prime Minister Fico arrives in Moscow to see Putin

Robert Fico met with Putin in Moscow. The main topic of the talks was the transit of Russian gas through Ukraine to Europe after December 2024.

News of the World • December 22, 08:41 PM • 30017 views
Hungary proposes 'cunning plan' to preserve gas transit through Ukraine

Orbán has proposed a scheme under which the gas would be supplied to Ukraine as Hungarian gas, not Russian gas. Hungary is negotiating with both sides to preserve the transit route after 2024.

Economy • December 21, 06:21 PM • 53192 views
Vucic: Fico is going to see Putin over the situation with gas transit

The Serbian president announces that the Slovak prime minister is scheduled to visit Moscow over the gas issue. Slovakia is looking for a solution after Ukraine announced that it would stop transiting Russian gas from January 1, 2025.

Politics • December 21, 08:31 AM • 23147 views
Fico talks about Zelenskiy's offer of €500 million from Russian assets - Politico

The Slovak prime minister said that Zelenskyy offered him €500 million from Russian assets for supporting Ukraine's accession to NATO. Fico also warned of possible measures against Ukraine over gas transit.

News of the World • December 21, 06:01 AM • 27272 views
Bratislava: Raising defense spending threshold to 3% of GDP is 'unthinkable' - Minister

Slovakia's Defense Minister Robert Kaliniak called it “unthinkable” to increase defense spending to 3% of GDP. The country plans to remain at 2% of GDP, despite NATO's calls for increased spending due to the threat from Russia.

News of the World • December 19, 01:11 PM • 16836 views
Gas falls in Europe as Slovakia says it has 'solution' for transit through Ukraine - Bloomberg

Slovakia is negotiating alternative solutions for gas transit through Ukraine after the current agreement expires. Gas prices in Europe are declining amid optimistic expectations for 2024 supplies.

Economy • December 18, 03:12 PM • 21938 views
Slovak PM Fico to meet with European Commission President on gas transit through Ukraine

The Slovak prime minister will discuss alternative ways of supplying gas through Ukraine with the head of the European Commission.

Economy • December 18, 10:57 AM • 16088 views
“Why in God's name would anyone be interested in continuing these relations?” - US Deputy Secretary of State on Russian gas transit through Ukraine

U. S. Deputy Secretary of State Pyatt supports the termination of Russian gas transit through Ukraine after the contract expires. The EU is preparing for the end of the contract and plans to completely abandon Russian energy resources by 2027.

Economy • December 18, 09:56 AM • 17327 views
Ukraine is ready to transit any gas except Russian: Shmyhal talks to Fico

Prime Minister Shmyhal spoke with his Slovak counterpart about energy security and gas supplies. Ukraine is ready to transit any gas other than Russian gas after the current agreement expires in 2025.

Economy • December 16, 06:19 PM • 29034 views
The Foreign Ministry reacted to Fico's intention to go to the parade on May 9 in Moscow

The Foreign Ministry spokesman called on European leaders to correctly relate to Ukraine's contribution to the victory over Nazism. Tikhy recalled that in the Second World War, from 8 to 10 million Ukrainians died.

Politics • November 28, 05:09 PM • 23790 views
A rally of thousands of opposition politicians was held in the Slovak capital against the Fico government

A mass rally was held in Bratislava against Prime Minister Fico's policies and rapprochement with Russia. Opposition politicians called for unification to preserve Slovakia's pro-Western course.

News of the World • November 18, 09:49 AM • 15196 views
Slovak schoolchildren anger local interior minister over their costumes as pensioners voting for Fico

Students of a Bratislava gymnasium dressed up as pensioners voting for Prime Minister Fico, causing a scandal. Slovakia's Interior Minister accused the opposition of stirring up tensions in schools.

News of the World • November 4, 03:34 PM • 22140 views
Fitzo commented at Skabeyeva's Ukraine's Victory Plan

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fitzo has spoken out against Ukraine's Victory Plan in an interview with a Russian propagandist. He said that there were allegedly “real” peace agreements in April 2022.

War in Ukraine • October 30, 02:25 PM • 20145 views
Fitzo gave an interview to propagandist Skabeyeva and declared his desire to come to moscow on may 9

Robert Fitzo, in an interview with a Russian propagandist, expressed his desire to come to moscow to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Victory. The prime minister said he wanted to thank the Red Army and honor the memory of Marshal Konev.

News of the World • October 30, 01:58 PM • 15620 views
Slovak Prime Minister Fico announces a second attempt on his life

Robert Fico reported the appearance of an armed man with a loaded gun at a public event in the city of Dukla. This is the second attempted assassination attempt on the Slovak prime minister since the May incident.

News of the World • October 28, 12:08 PM • 16126 views
Zelensky confirms conversation with Fico in Brussels: no details revealed

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy spoke with Slovak Prime Minister Fico on the sidelines of a European Council meeting. Zelensky called on Fico to support Ukraine, warning of the danger from Putin.

War in Ukraine • October 17, 06:04 PM • 26626 views
Prime Minister of Slovakia: “The probability of ending the war in Ukraine in the near future is very high”

Robert Fico believes that the war in Ukraine may end soon. He supports the territorial integrity of Ukraine, but believes that Russia will not leave the occupied territories.

War in Ukraine • October 16, 11:47 AM • 42730 views
Fico expresses support for Ukraine's membership in the EU

During a meeting with Denys Shmyhal, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico expressed his full support for Ukraine's accession to the EU. At the same time, he confirmed that he would block Ukraine's membership in NATO as long as he was in power.

Politics • October 8, 07:41 AM • 24593 views
Ukraine and Slovakia to create an Eastern European energy hub: what is expected

Ukraine and Slovakia have agreed to create an energy hub to utilize gas storage facilities and develop the nuclear industry. The project includes the modernization of the Mukachevo - Veľké Kapušany interconnector by 2028.

Economy • October 7, 01:06 PM • 12786 views
Ukraine and Slovakia are preparing joint projects in energy, transport and infrastructure - Shmyhal

Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal announced significant progress in the implementation of agreements with Slovakia. The Framework Program for Slovakia's Participation in Ukraine's Reconstruction has been approved, and eight bilateral documents are expected to be finalized.

Economy • October 7, 11:16 AM • 12469 views
Shmyhal met with Fico: they discussed support for the Peace Formula and Ukraine's European integration

Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal met with his Slovak counterpart Robert Fico. The parties discussed cooperation, energy, humanitarian issues, defense procurement, support for the Peace Formula and Ukraine's European integration.

Economy • October 7, 10:50 AM • 12392 views
Ukraine and Slovakia start second intergovernmental consultations: what will be discussed

Ukraine and Slovakia have launched the second intergovernmental consultations. They discuss practical steps to implement the Peace Formula, energy and infrastructure projects, and the signing of bilateral documents.

Politics • October 7, 10:16 AM • 15433 views
Ukraine and Slovakia gather for intergovernmental consultations: Shmyhal names topics of discussion and announces signing of bilateral documents

Prime Minister Shmyhal announced a meeting with the Slovak government. They will discuss infrastructure projects, energy security, support for the peace plan, and Ukraine's membership in the EU.

Economy • October 7, 08:42 AM • 31555 views
Shmyhal and Slovak Prime Minister Fico meet in Zakarpattia region

Denys Shmyhal and Robert Fico met near Uzhhorod on October 7. They will discuss cooperation in energy security and infrastructure projects.

Economy • October 7, 08:11 AM • 16593 views
Fico vows to block Ukraine's accession to NATO as long as he is in power

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico says he will block Ukraine's accession to NATO as long as he is in power. He believes that Ukraine's membership in the Alliance could lead to a third world war.

Politics • October 6, 08:56 PM • 119510 views
Fico believes that the transit issue will be resolved at the meeting of the governments of Slovakia and Ukraine

Slovak Prime Minister Fico wants to convince Ukraine to keep oil and gas transit at a joint government meeting. He emphasizes the benefits for both countries and supports Ukraine's accession to the EU.

Economy • October 5, 04:58 PM • 31099 views
Fico wants to go to Moscow next year

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced his intention to visit Moscow in 2025 to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. He believes that this has nothing to do with the current situation.

News of the World • October 5, 04:37 PM • 19456 views
Fico says he wants to restore relations with Russia after the war in Ukraine

Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico has expressed a desire to restore economic relations with Russia after the war in Ukraine ends. He is also in favor of maintaining the transit of Russian raw materials to Europe through Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • October 4, 09:39 AM • 56570 views
An envelope with a bullet was sent to Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico

The Office of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico received an envelope with a bullet inside. The government's press service confirmed the incident, and the envelope is currently being checked by the Office of Official Protection.

News of the World • September 25, 10:48 AM • 13283 views
Romania asks Ukraine to shoot down Russian drones flying into its territory - mass media

Romania has asked Ukraine to shoot down Russian drones flying into its territory. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sibiga discussed military assistance and support from Western neighbors during his visit to Bucharest.

War in Ukraine • September 19, 02:18 PM • 26000 views