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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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Putin's bikers have deployed a network of pro-Russian propaganda across Europe - intelligence

The "Night Wolves" have opened new chapters in Europe to support Russian aggression. Club members are raising funds for the occupiers and spreading Kremlin propaganda.

Politics • June 2, 07:19 AM • 17835 views
Maldera hands late call-up to Ihnatenko; Riznyk and Hutsulyak to miss national team camp due to injury - UAF

Andrea Maldera has called up Danylo Ihnatenko to the national team. Dmytro Riznyk and Oleksiy Hutsulyak will miss the upcoming matches due to injuries.

Sports • May 29, 12:59 PM • 2771 views
Magyar condemns, Fico wants dialogue with the RF, and Nawrocki demands Moscow's accountability - reaction to the Russian drone strike in Romania

Neighboring countries reacted to the Russian drone strike on a high-rise building in Romania. Fico wants dialogue with Moscow, while Poland demands Russia's accountability.

Politics • May 29, 11:59 AM • 3676 views
Zelenskyy gave a veiled response to Lukashenko's proposal to meet and mentioned TsikhanouskayaVideo

Zelenskyy hinted at Lukashenko's illegitimacy due to Tsikhanouskaya's participation in the international summit. Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to discuss relations specifically with her.

Politics • May 26, 02:08 PM • 4253 views
Ukraine has never been a threat to Belarus – ZelenskyyVideo

Zelenskyy met with Tsikhanouskaya at a summit in Kyiv. They discussed Russian influence on Belarus and attempts to drag the country into the war against Ukraine.

Politics • May 26, 11:32 AM • 4027 views
Associate membership could block Ukraine's actual accession to the EU - Irish Foreign Minister

The Irish Foreign Ministry warns that associate member status would block Ukraine's full accession to the EU. This could create a two-tier approach to the bloc's expansion.

Politics • May 23, 03:34 AM • 12401 views
"Either we take someone in, or we don't": Fico rejected Merz's idea of "associated" EU membership for Ukraine

Robert Fico rejected the idea of German Chancellor candidate Merz regarding associated EU membership for Ukraine without voting rights. The Slovak Prime Minister advocates for either full accession or rejection.

Politics • May 21, 08:36 PM • 18646 views
Magyar began his first foreign trip as Prime Minister in Poland

The new Prime Minister of Hungary, Péter Magyar, has begun a visit to Poland to restore relations. He plans to revitalize the V4 and involve new partners in the format.

Politics • May 19, 04:52 PM • 4505 views
Kosovo calls on EU to grant candidate status – Politico

Marta Kos supported Kosovo's European integration and emphasized the importance of reforms. Pristina calls on the EU to grant the country official candidate status.

News of the World • May 16, 12:57 PM • 4205 views
Fico shows himself swimming in a lake with a dog on the anniversary of the assassination attemptVideo

Robert Fico published a video from a lake on the anniversary of the assassination attempt against him. The shooting attack occurred on May 15 during a meeting in Handlová.

Politics • May 15, 04:10 PM • 4095 views
Slovakia condemned Russian strikes on Ukraine on May 13 and 14

Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár condemned the Russian attacks on Zakarpattia near the border with Slovakia. Due to the massive shelling, the country was forced to close its checkpoints.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 04:04 PM • 6653 views
New Drone Deals and Defense Cooperation Agreements – Zelenskyy Summarizes the Results of the Bucharest Nine Summit

Zelenskyy announced Drone Deals agreements following the B9 summit. The parties are strengthening defense cooperation to ensure security in Ukraine and Europe.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 08:10 PM • 7644 views
Strikes on Zakarpattia on May 13 – Budapest condemned the attacks and summoned the Russian Ambassador to Hungary

The new Prime Minister of Hungary, Péter Magyar, condemned the Russian strikes on Zakarpattia. The Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Russian Ambassador over the attack on the region's critical infrastructure.

Politics • May 13, 06:02 PM • 5038 views
A conversation between Zelenskyy and Putin will not happen "out of the blue" - Budanov

Budanov stated Ukraine's readiness for negotiations in the event of Russia's sincerity. He emphasized that there is currently no direct communication between the presidents.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 03:44 PM • 4401 views
Hungary's new government risks provoking conflict with the EU over Russian energy resources - Bloomberg

Magyar's government will continue purchasing energy from the Russian Federation despite EU embargo plans. Budapest seeks diversification without a complete abandonment of Russian supplies.

Politics • May 11, 11:14 AM • 5057 views
Over 4.3 million Ukrainians are under temporary protection in the EU

There are 4. 33 million Ukrainians under temporary protection in the EU. Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic have hosted the largest number of people.

Society • May 10, 02:01 PM • 14456 views
Fico: If Zelenskyy is interested in a meeting, he should call Putin

The Slovak Prime Minister reported Putin's reaction to Zelenskyy's proposal to meet. For this to happen, the President of Ukraine must call him personally.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 10:26 AM • 10684 views
Fico conveyed Zelenskyy's message to Putin regarding readiness for a meeting

Slovak Prime Minister Fico conveyed Zelenskyy's words to Putin about the readiness for a meeting in any format.

Politics • May 10, 08:58 AM • 7479 views
The Kremlin stated that Putin is ready to meet with Zelenskyy in Moscow

The Kremlin announced Putin's readiness to receive Zelenskyy in Moscow for negotiations.

Politics • May 9, 02:57 PM • 7905 views
EU welcomes "new chapter" as Magyar takes power as Hungary's new Prime Minister

The European Union hopes for a rapprochement with Hungary as Péter Magyar was sworn in as the country's Prime Minister, ending the 16-year rule of Viktor Orbán.

News of the World • May 9, 02:49 PM • 3761 views
Kremlin stated that Fico did not convey any messages from Zelenskyy to Putin

Yuri Ushakov stated that Robert Fico did not convey any messages from Zelenskyy to Putin. The Kremlin also confirmed the three-day duration of the May truce.

Politics • May 9, 02:38 PM • 4372 views
Fico arrived in Moscow to meet with Putin and called himself the "black sheep of the EU"Video

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico arrived in Moscow to meet with Putin. He called himself the "black sheep of the EU" and expressed support for a ceasefire in Ukraine.

Politics • May 8, 10:41 PM • 9326 views
Fico to deliver message from Zelenskyy to Putin during Moscow visit – Slovak media

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico will bring a message from Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Moscow. The plane will bypass Poland and the Baltic states due to overflight bans and will follow a "wide arc."

Politics • May 7, 10:39 PM • 14427 views
Luxembourg MEP Kartheiser recruits colleagues for trips to Russia - Politico

Fernand Kartheiser is inviting MEPs to a meeting with the Russian State Duma in June. He refused to name the European politicians or officials to whom he sent the invitations. The EU has called this an attempt to draw politicians into cooperation with the Kremlin.

Politics • May 7, 08:00 AM • 5117 views
Sikorski: Poland will forgive Fico's visit to Moscow on the condition of unblocking aid to Ukraine

Poland will forgive Fico's visit to the Russian Federation if Slovakia unblocks aid to Ukraine. Sikorski noted positive changes in the Slovak Prime Minister's attitude toward Kyiv.

Politics • May 7, 04:15 AM • 5420 views
Germany calls for de-escalation following Trump's threats to raise tariffs on EU cars

Berlin urges the US to engage in negotiations after Trump's threats to increase auto tariffs from 15% to 25%. This could lead to billions in losses for Germany.

News of the World • May 5, 01:14 AM • 3834 views
Fico to meet Putin in Moscow on May 9, but will ignore military parade - media

Robert Fico will meet with Putin in Moscow on May 9 to honor the memory of fallen soldiers. The Slovak Prime Minister will not attend the military parade.

News of the World • May 4, 06:27 PM • 7026 views
Ukraine resumes dialogue with Slovakia and Georgia - Zelenskyy

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the restoration of dialogue between the countries following a meeting with the Prime Ministers of Slovakia and Georgia.

Politics • May 4, 05:46 PM • 3578 views
Zelenskyy met with Fico – Slovakia is ready to help Ukraine on its path to EU accessionVideo

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Robert Fico in Yerevan to discuss cooperation. Slovakia supported Ukraine's EU membership and joint visits.

Politics • May 4, 10:53 AM • 4080 views
Fico stated after a conversation with Zelenskyy that a peace agreement with Russia is impossible without Ukraine's consent

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.

Politics • May 2, 04:00 PM • 10466 views