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Orbán and Fico opposed the abolition of the right of veto in the European Union

Orbán and Fico warn the EU against abolishing the unanimity rule, which could allow bypassing Hungary's veto on Ukraine's accession. Both leaders consider this a threat to sovereignty and the destruction of the EU.

Politics • 11:48 PM • 2100 views

Slovaks protest against the law on non-governmental organizations, calling on the president not to sign

The "Slovakia - Europe" rallies against the law on NGOs were held in Slovakia. Protesters called on President Pellegrini to veto the law, which they consider pro-Russian.

Politics • April 25, 10:47 AM • 4689 views

For the President of Slovakia, the "coalition of the willing" has no effect: he believes that it is necessary to act at the EU and NATO level

The President of Slovakia criticized the creation of separate support groups for Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of joint actions within the EU and NATO. He called for unity instead of "pseudo-groups."

Politics • April 14, 12:45 PM • 5618 views

Accident on the Czech railway: Ukrainian Railways told passengers about changes in routes between Prague and Chop

Due to the accident on the Czech railway, train No. 122/123 Prague-Chop will run only to Kosice. Passengers will need to transfer to other trains to get to Chop or Prague.

Society • April 14, 12:18 PM • 7003 views

Ukrainian wrestler Andriy Dzhelep became a bronze medalist at the European Championship

Ukrainian wrestler Andriy Dzhelep won a bronze medal in the weight category up to 61 kg at the European Championship. In the final, he defeated a "neutral" Belarusian with a score of 3:1.

Society • April 11, 02:27 PM • 10017 views

The Ukrainian national team is competing for gold medals at the European Wrestling Championship in Slovakia

The Ukrainian national team, represented by 30 athletes, is competing at the European Championship in Slovakia. 10 Ukrainian women have already reached the finals of the competition.

Sports • April 11, 07:39 AM • 3861 views

Trump's son will visit Romania a week before the new presidential elections - media

Donald Trump Jr. will visit Romania on April 28 as part of an Eastern European tour. The visit will take place a week before the first round of presidential elections.

News of the World • April 8, 10:48 AM • 8102 views

Fico compared EU diplomats to children because of their absence at the event for the day of liberation of Bratislava

The Prime Minister of Slovakia accused EU ambassadors of refusing to honor the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Bratislava due to the presence of the Russian ambassador. He called their behavior undiplomatic.

Politics • April 5, 11:06 AM • 15931 views

Russian "Gazprom" will increase gas supplies to Slovakia through the "Turkish Stream"

Slovakia will significantly increase gas imports from "Gazprom" through the "Turkish Stream" after the suspension of transit through Ukraine. The resumption of transit does not yet have clear deadlines.

Economy • March 31, 11:00 AM • 30458 views

A Ukrainian was beaten to death in Bratislava: MFA demands investigation and prosecution of perpetrators

A Ukrainian man died in Bratislava after being seriously injured near a shopping center. It is suspected that the man was beaten by security guards after an attempted shoplifting.

Crimes and emergencies • February 3, 05:03 PM • 51152 views

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry summons Slovak ambassador over scandalous statements by Fico

Ukraine protested to the Slovak ambassador over Prime Minister Fico's statements about interference in internal affairs. The Foreign Ministry called on Bratislava to stop relaying Kremlin rhetoric and return to constructive dialogue.

War • January 30, 03:46 PM • 72019 views

Fico reacts to Zelensky's words about “Bratislava is not Moscow”

Slovakia's prime minister criticized Zelenskyy's comment about the protests in Bratislava as interference in internal affairs. The Ukrainian president had earlier written “Bratislava is not Moscow, Slovakia is Europe.

Politics • January 25, 04:41 PM • 63109 views

“Enough with Fico!": thousands of people protest across Slovakia

In Slovakia, massive anti-government protests spread to more than 20 cities, with the largest rally in Bratislava gathering 40,000 people. The protesters oppose the pro-Russian policies of Prime Minister Fico and support European integration.

News of the World • January 24, 07:35 PM • 29531 views

Orban threatens Ukraine to “fight back” over suspension of Russian gas transit

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban expressed dissatisfaction with Ukraine's decision to stop gas transit from 2025. He announced Budapest's possible response and spoke against Ukraine's rapid membership in the EU.

Economy • January 21, 08:10 PM • 54570 views

Zelensky on Fico: He refused to help Ukraine and made a losing bet on Moscow

Ukraine's President criticized Slovakia's Prime Minister for refusing Ukrainian gas transit assistance. Zelenskyy calls Fico's bet on cooperation with Russia a losing proposition from the start.

Economy • January 12, 05:43 PM • 46397 views

“We are not a Russian rag": people protest against Prime Minister Fico in Slovakia

In Bratislava, 4,000 people protested against Prime Minister Fico's pro-Russian policies. Protesters with EU flags accused Fico of “treason” and called on him to “go to Moscow.

News of the World • January 3, 11:26 PM • 27895 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 • 16706 views

Ukrzaliznytsia launches 2 new railway routes with the EU

Two new rail routes from Kyiv to the capitals of Hungary and Slovakia were launched. The new connections should relieve congestion on the Warsaw route and improve logistics links with the EU.

Society • December 15, 02:43 PM • 41504 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 • 23701 views

New railway routes are launched from Ukraine to the EU: where you can now travel by train

Ukraine launches two new rail routes to Bratislava and Budapest on December 15. It is also increasing the number of trains to Warsaw and expanding connections to the western regions of Ukraine.

Society • November 21, 11:30 AM • 18006 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 • 22043 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 • 16055 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 • 24484 views

Readmission and cooperation in the agricultural sector: Shmyhal summarized the results of intergovernmental consultations between Ukraine and Slovakia

Following the intergovernmental consultations, Ukraine and Slovakia signed 4 documents. They relate to readmission, education, the agricultural sector, and a joint declaration on key vectors of cooperation.

Economy • October 7, 03:28 PM • 31627 views

Sybiha summarizes his tour of neighboring countries: there are agreements that the enemy will feel

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha has completed visits to Romania, Slovakia, and Moldova. He announced agreements on European integration, support for Ukraine, and joint projects with neighboring countries.

War • September 20, 11:41 AM • 13259 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 • September 19, 02:18 PM • 25890 views

Ukraine's Foreign Minister met with the Prime Minister of Slovakia: they discussed the development of relations in the spirit of good neighborliness

Andriy Sybiga met with Robert Fico in Bratislava. The parties discussed the development of relations in the spirit of good neighborliness, mutual respect and benefit as part of Sybiga's first foreign visit to Slovakia.

Politics • September 18, 06:00 PM • 28687 views

Number of seats on the train to Slovakia is being increased during the peak period

From August 9 to September 15, on weekends, Mukachevo-Kosice trains will run with an extra carriage. This will help avoid ticket shortages during peak periods and provide convenient connections to night trains to Bratislava and Prague.

Society • August 9, 01:34 PM • 17637 views

Czech police detained a teenager for planning an attack on LGBT pride. He was radicalized on Telegram

Czech police have detained a minor for preparing a terrorist attack at the Bratislava Pride parade. The suspect was a member of an international online group that planned attacks via Telegram.

News of the World • August 1, 01:57 PM • 18891 views

EU not in favor of lifting sanctions on Russia's Lukoil to restore oil transit - FT

The EU countries have rejected a call by Hungary and Slovakia to lift sanctions against Lukoil in order to resume oil transit through Ukraine. The European Commission said that additional time was needed to assess the situation.

Economy • July 25, 10:18 AM • 25849 views

Serhiy Koretskyi elected Chairman of the Board of Naftogaz of Ukraine - MP

Allergy season: what to pay attention to in May and how to relieve symptoms

A water pipe burst at the metro construction site in Vynohradar – Avtostrada

"She is fine with everything": expert explained why Olena Duma is blocking the adoption of the draft law on the reform of ARMA

White House responded after Putin's "ceasefire" proposal: Trump wants a permanent ceasefire

NBU's chief lawyer above the law? Investigation of Zima's case is stalling

The ball is in the NACP's court: the head of the supervisory board of the State Land Bank has a real conflict of interest

Vatican has confirmed that the conclave to elect a new Pope will begin on May 7

Stress-free renovation: where to start and how not to go crazy in the process - expert advice

A week of trials and inspiration: astrological forecast for April 28 – May 5

There is no reason to wait for May 8: Zelenskyy reacted to Putin's new "truce"

"This will be a critical week": The State Department revealed details of Rubio's conversation with Lavrov

Explosions heard in Kyiv: air defense is working, debris falling recorded

Night attack on Kyiv: there are victims, a house and cars are on fire

A recreation center burned down in Kyiv due to a Russian attack

Does fighting corruption cost Ukraine more than corruption itself? Figures and cases from the NABU report

NBU's chief lawyer above the law? Investigation of Zima's case is stallingExclusive

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