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Slovakia

A country in Central Europe
The Slovak Republic is a landlocked country in Central Europe. It covers an area of approximately 49,000 km² with a population of over 5.4 million people. The capital and largest city is Bratislava. Historically, after the Velvet Revolution of 1989, Slovakia peacefully transitioned to democracy, gaining independence on January 1, 1993. Since then, it has developed a modern market economy, and its territory has been inhabited since ancient times, with Slavic tribes arriving in the 5th–6th centuries.
1993
The country peacefully became an independent democratic state as a result of the dissolution of Czechoslovakia
2000
Joined the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
2004
Joined the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
2004
Gained full membership in the European Union
2007
Integrated into the Schengen Area, which abolished border controls
2009
Introduced the euro as the country's official currency
2019
Average employee incomes significantly increased by 70% compared to two decades earlier
2023
The country became the world's largest per capita car producer
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Orban ordered to stop gas supplies to Ukraine via Hungary from July

The Hungarian Prime Minister ordered to stop gas supplies to Ukraine from July to resume oil transit. This decision threatens lawsuits and damages.

Economy • March 26, 04:16 PM • 4018 views
Slovakia launches investigation against Robert Fico - what he is suspected of

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.

News of the World • March 26, 03:49 PM • 5366 views
The number of locations where Ukrainians can take the NMT-2026 has been increased in the USA and Europe

Organizers have added locations in Chicago, Brno, and Bratislava for testing. Participants can change their registration location in their personal account until April 7.

Society • March 26, 02:56 PM • 3568 views
2026 World Cup Qualifiers Play-offs: Why Ukraine's Match Against Sweden is Critically Important

The Ukrainian national team needs to defeat Sweden and the winner of the Poland — Albania match to qualify for the World Cup. The tournament format does not allow for any mistakes.

Sports • March 26, 01:19 PM • 2858 views
At least 40% of Russia's oil export capacity halted - Reuters

Due to attacks on ports and pipelines, Russia has lost the ability to export 2 million barrels per day. This has become the most serious disruption in modern history.

News of the World • March 25, 06:10 PM • 5230 views
EU postpones proposed ban on Russian oil imports, planned for April 15 - Reuters

The EU has postponed the deadline for submitting a proposal to ban oil from the Russian Federation due to geopolitics. The plan envisages a complete rejection of Russian supplies by the end of 2027.

Economy • March 24, 02:32 PM • 4720 views
Arson at the LPP Holding arms company in the Czech Republic - suspect detained in Slovakia

A suspect in the terrorist attack on a factory in Pardubice has been detained in Slovakia. Police are investigating the arson of a facility that produces drones for Ukraine.

News of the World • March 24, 01:49 PM • 4645 views
Slovakia may block EU loan for Ukraine in the future - Fico

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.

Politics • March 21, 04:15 PM • 10947 views
Zelenskyy signed laws ratifying agreements with a number of countries in science, finance, social policy, and diplomacy

The President ratified agreements on attracting aid from Slovenia and the work of a Polish bank. Ukraine gained access to EU social programs and grants.

Economy • March 20, 03:53 PM • 4527 views
JIT mandate for "Ukraine Case" extended for another two years - KravchenkoPhoto

Prosecutor General Kravchenko signed a document extending the work of the JIT in Kharkiv. The group is investigating Russian war crimes and the deportation of Ukrainian children.

Society • March 20, 11:25 AM • 4178 views
Fico threatens Ukraine with retaliatory steps over oil transit halt

The Slovak Prime Minister declared a state of emergency in oil supply. He accused Zelenskyy of interfering in the Hungarian election campaign.

Economy • March 20, 01:58 AM • 13331 views
European Council calls for immediate opening of negotiation clusters for Ukraine's EU accession - statement by 25 leaders

EU leaders demand the immediate opening of the fundamentals cluster. Ukraine has already received the full package of conditions for membership in the bloc.

Politics • March 19, 02:22 PM • 5416 views
EU leaders expect the swift adoption of the 20th package of sanctions against Russia

The European Council calls for restrictions on Russia's shadow fleet and banking system. Ukraine is expected to receive the first payment of a 90 billion euro loan in early April.

Politics • March 19, 02:08 PM • 27049 views
Costa called Orban's behavior "unacceptable" amid the blocking of €90 billion for Ukraine

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.

Economy • March 19, 01:32 PM • 4520 views
Naftogaz presented to EU partners a plan for the restoration of "Druzhba" at a meeting with the technical working groupPhoto

Naftogaz presented to EU partners a plan for the reconstruction of the Brody station and an assessment of the damage. The European Union will provide financial and technical assistance for the repairs.

War in Ukraine • March 19, 12:39 PM • 4613 views
Czech Republic wants to limit temporary protection for refugees from Ukraine

The Czech Republic is considering revoking protection for men and residents of western regions after 2027. The decision requires coordination at the European Union level.

Society • March 18, 06:21 PM • 11098 views
Czech Republic ready to launch reverse oil flow via Druzhba pipeline to Slovakia

The Czech Republic is ready to invest 1 billion crowns in reverse oil supplies for Slovakia. The route's capacity could reach 3 million tons per year.

Economy • March 18, 04:03 PM • 15703 views
Access to the Druzhba oil pipeline is regulated by the SBU - MFA Spokesperson Tykhyi

The MFA spokesperson stated that access to strategic facilities during wartime is regulated solely by the SBU. Ukraine is discussing the condition of the damaged pipeline with the European Commission and partners.

Society • March 18, 02:57 PM • 4209 views
EU made another attempt before the summit to force Orban to unblock €90 billion loan to Ukraine - what is known

António Costa urged Viktor Orbán to fulfill his December commitments regarding the loan. The EU proposes repairing the Druzhba oil pipeline to break the deadlock.

Economy • March 18, 07:35 AM • 36274 views
EU expects progress on the €90 billion loan for Ukraine after the agreement on "Druzhba" - "ideally" this week

The European Commission expects progress on the loan by March 20 after Zelenskyy's agreement to repair the oil pipeline. Hungary previously blocked funds and new sanctions.

Economy • March 17, 02:51 PM • 30547 views
Europe must be ready to take the US's place in peace talks in Ukraine - Costa

António Costa stated the EU's readiness to take the initiative from Trump. The bloc will continue to pressure Moscow and refuse Russian energy carriers.

Politics • March 17, 02:24 PM • 4555 views
EU stated that it offered financial and technical assistance regarding "Druzhba" and Ukraine accepted the offer

The European Commission will provide Ukraine with funding and technical assistance as part of efforts to restore the oil pipeline's operation. Experts are ready to immediately begin work to restore supplies.

Economy • March 17, 01:00 PM • 20187 views
Multi-million dollar shadow transportation scheme to the EU uncovered in ZakarpattiaPhotoVideo

The carrier concealed profits from trips to the Czech Republic, Poland, and Slovakia by selling tickets for cash. Significant amounts of currency and black accounting records were seized.

Society • March 17, 10:10 AM • 3740 views
Hungary and Slovakia decided to build a new pipeline for petroleum products

The countries signed an agreement to build a pipeline for transporting 1. 5 million tons of fuel per year. The project is planned to be completed in the first half of 2027.

News of the World • March 16, 08:34 PM • 11792 views
Slovakia informed Ukrenergo about the termination of the emergency energy assistance agreement

Slovak operator SEPS unilaterally terminates the energy assistance agreement in May. This will not affect consumers and commercial electricity imports.

Society • March 16, 06:03 PM • 4394 views
Impossible to abandon what was not planned: Ukraine rejected Hungary's accusations regarding negotiations on "Druzhba"

Foreign Ministry spokesman Heorhiy Tikhyi stated that Ukraine did not refuse the meeting because the meeting was not planned. In addition, Hungary has already been provided with full information about the state of the oil pipeline.

Politics • March 16, 03:12 PM • 3791 views
Czech Republic opposed Russia's participation in the Venice Biennale

The Czech Minister of Culture supported the boycott of the Russian Federation due to aggression against Ukraine. 22 European ministers have already joined Latvia's initiative to prevent the aggressor from participating.

War in Ukraine • March 14, 01:43 PM • 7203 views
Ukraine joined the Convention on International Access to Justice - Rada

The Verkhovna Rada supported Ukraine's accession to the Convention on International Access to Justice. This simplifies the procedure for Ukrainian citizens to appeal to foreign courts.

Society • March 12, 02:52 PM • 3879 views
Von der Leyen discussed energy and EU funds for Slovakia with Fico

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.

Economy • March 10, 12:06 PM • 14863 views
European Commission has no new data on the situation with the 'Druzhba' oil pipeline - EU

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.

Economy • March 9, 02:34 PM • 5692 views