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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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What is celebrated on September 9 in Ukraine and around the world

On September 9, Education, Beauty, Electric Vehicle, and FASD Days are observed. Tajikistan celebrates its independence, while churches honor the saints.

Society • September 9, 04:00 AM • 11382 views
Moldova reports intensified recruitment of citizens by Russia for sabotage against Ukraine

Moldovan special services are recording the recruitment of citizens through social media for sabotage, primarily targeting Ukraine. Several plans have been foiled.

News of the World • September 8, 09:23 AM • 5448 views
Ukrainians are increasingly leaving Poland and moving to the Czech Republic

In June and July, about 14. 4 thousand Ukrainians with temporary protection left Poland. There are currently 953.1 thousand people there.

Society • September 5, 07:18 AM • 21691 views
Slovakia will summon Russia's ambassador over a strike near its embassy in Kyiv

Russia struck an SBU building with a jet-powered drone near the Slovak consulate in Kyiv. No employees were injured; the ambassador will be summoned.

War in Ukraine • September 5, 01:38 AM • 5283 views
Russia intensifies its "gray zone" war against Europe - WSJ

Europe is recording an increase in Russia-linked acts of sabotage, espionage, and cyberattacks. However, there is no evidence of preparations for a direct attack on NATO.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 12:11 PM • 36679 views
The attempted arson attack on a drone factory in Slovakia targeted Skyeton: a Ukrainian is among those detained

The suspects planned to set fire to the Skyeton factory in Slovakia; a Ukrainian is among those detained. There are no casualties or damage.

Crimes and emergencies • August 28, 08:43 AM • 4645 views
History and Features of Czech Cuisine

Czech cuisine combines meat dishes, dumplings, sauces, and sweet pastries. Learn about its history, traditions, and interesting facts.

Culture • August 27, 02:09 PM • 91684 views
Slovak police thwarted an arson attack on a drone manufacturing plant

Slovak police thwarted an arson attack on a drone factory and detained three foreigners. There were about 70 people at the facility during the attack.

News of the World • August 25, 10:38 PM • 3799 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 • 7356 views
The EU has sent helicopters and firefighters to Serbia because of large-scale fires

The EU has sent Serbia four helicopters, 124 firefighters and equipment to fight forest fires. The blaze has engulfed the Deliblato Sands and other areas.

News of the World • August 23, 07:07 PM • 4040 views
The EU sent helicopters and firefighters to Serbia to combat wildfiresPhoto

The EU sent four helicopters, 124 firefighters and 39 pieces of equipment to Serbia. The fire destroyed thousands of hectares of forest.

News of the World • August 22, 11:16 PM • 4326 views
Ukrainian rescuers have returned from France, where they spent nearly two weeks helping to fight forest firesVideo

Seventy rescuers from the State Emergency Service of Ukraine and 15 units of equipment have returned from France, where they spent nearly two weeks helping to fight forest fires. This was Ukraine’s first mission במסגרת the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.

News of the World • August 15, 05:17 PM • 4906 views
The FSB ordered the murder of rapper "Kyivstoner" in Poland - media

Polish intelligence services detained a Russian national who, on orders from the Russian Federation, was planning the murder of Ukrainian rapper Albert Vasilyev in Warsaw. The FSB accuses him of controlling the logistics of drones for attacks on Moscow.

Society • August 14, 04:24 PM • 10135 views
Poland threatened Musk with a review of Starlink spending over discriminationVideo

The Polish government threatened to review the $50 million annual payments to Starlink after the country was excluded from the European roaming zone. Ministers are demanding that SpaceX restore equal conditions for Polish customers.

Politics • August 12, 07:50 PM • 9170 views
In Lviv region, a National Guard major was detained while transporting three conscription-age men to the border with Slovakia

The National Guard major was transporting three conscription-age men from Zaporizhzhia to the border with Slovakia for $6,000. He was detained at a checkpoint in Lviv region when one of the passengers turned out to be wanted.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 12:44 PM • 14388 views
Italy has declared the highest level of danger in all major cities due to the heat

Italy has declared the highest level of danger due to the heat in all 27 monitored cities for the first time this year. The heat has caused records in Austria, fires in France, and energy problems in Hungary.

News of the World • August 6, 02:27 PM • 4620 views
European Commission seeks to help Hungary and Slovakia give up Russian oil

The European Commission is working with Hungary and Slovakia on diversification and phasing out Russian oil. They have an exemption from sanctions because of the "Druzhba" oil pipeline.

Economy • August 5, 06:18 AM • 6186 views
Zelenskyy announces launch of the Carpathian Initiative

Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a new international format that will unite the countries of the region around security, economy and tourism. The initiative was supported by the presidents of the European Council and the European Commission.

Economy • August 3, 05:25 PM • 10889 views
Five suspects extradited to Ukraine in a week, among them for the first time a person from Jordan

Ukraine secured the extradition of five individuals from five countries in a week. For the first time in history, Jordan extradited a suspect in the creation of a criminal organization from Dnipro.

Crimes and emergencies • July 31, 12:29 PM • 14267 views
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Gasoline at 100 hryvnias - energy expert explains whether Ukraine is really threatened by a fuel crisis

Energy expert Stanislav Ignatiev stated that the current situation with fuel is not a systemic shortage, but logistical difficulties due to Russian attacks. He considers it unlikely that the price of gasoline will rise to 100 hryvnias per liter, as this would require a simultaneous combination of several crisis factors.

War in Ukraine • July 28, 02:42 PM • 325564 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 • 17148 views
In Slovakia, the ex-head of the Football Federation of Ukraine, Pavelko, was detained; the Office of the Prosecutor General has initiated the extradition procedure

Former high-ranking official of the Football Federation of Ukraine Andriy Pavelko was detained in Bratislava. The Office of the Prosecutor General has initiated the extradition procedure.

Crimes and emergencies • July 24, 02:41 PM • 66428 views
Sybiha discussed Black Sea security and Ukraine's European integration with the foreign ministers of Poland and Slovakia

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine held talks with the foreign ministers of Poland and Slovakia. They discussed Black Sea security, strengthening sanctions, and Ukraine's accession to the EU.

Politics • July 23, 09:15 PM • 3819 views
"Polissya" and "LNZ" start their performances in the Conference League, "Dynamo" will continue its performances in the Europa League - announcement

The residents of Zhytomyr will face "Copenhagen", and the residents of Cherkasy will play against "Gent" in the second qualifying round of the Conference League.

Sports • July 23, 06:22 AM • 4229 views
The Ukrainian national team will play its "home" Nations League matches in Slovakia

The Ukrainian Football Association has approved the stadium in Trnava for the matches of the 3rd and 4th rounds of the Nations League against Northern Ireland and Hungary. The arena holds 19,000 spectators and is already familiar to the Ukrainian national team.

Sports • July 20, 03:14 PM • 4377 views
100% instead of 500%, but the blow to the Kremlin remains - what the new US sanctions bill could change

The US Senate has introduced an updated version of a bill on sanctions against Russia, which provides for tariffs of up to 100% instead of 500%. The document is supported by about 60 senators and allows President Trump to temporarily suspend sanctions.

Politics • July 20, 02:03 PM • 38662 views
French engineer cycled over 2200 km to Lviv and delivered letters of support to UkrainePhoto

Antoine Lecouana covered 2200 km in 26 days, dedicating the journey to the Ukrainian people. He delivered letters of support from the mayors of Cannes and Grasse to the mayor of Lviv.

Society • July 19, 06:35 PM • 14638 views
Ukrainian military marched in the Bastille Day parade in ParisPhotoVideo

A group of Ukrainian servicemen took part in the annual parade on the Champs-Élysées. They marched at the end, receiving warm applause.

Society • July 14, 09:19 AM • 15640 views
Germany summoned the Russian ambassador over cyberattacks against EU countries and Ukraine - Bild

Germany summoned the Russian ambassador over cyberattacks against Germany, the EU, and Ukraine. The EU imposed sanctions against nine individuals and four organizations involved in cyber operations.

Politics • July 13, 11:32 AM • 4937 views
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Is Ukraine's energy system ready for abnormal heat and what threats to its operation exist

The Ukrainian energy system passed the first month of summer relatively stable, but remains vulnerable. Experts warn of a capacity deficit of up to 2.4 GW due to nuclear power plant repairs and possible new attacks.

Society • June 24, 06:39 PM • 101681 views