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Stefanishyna confirms that Hungary has blocked negotiations on Ukraine's accession to the EU

Hungary has blocked the start of negotiations on the first cluster of Ukraine's accession to the EU, demanding an expanded list of conditions. Budapest insists on an additional plan to protect national minorities.

Politics • February 16, 02:09 PM • 34633 views

Fico asks Musk to provide data on USAID grants in Slovakia

Robert Fico asked Elon Musk to provide information about USAID funding of Slovak organizations and media. The prime minister believes that the funds were used for political purposes and offers a personal meeting with Musk.

News of the World • February 11, 01:54 PM • 25821 views

Why Hungary is blocking Ukraine's accession to the EU: Stefanyshyna answers

The Vice Prime Minister explained that Hungary's blocking of Ukraine's accession to the EU is political in nature. The decision depends on the consensus of all member states and is linked to geopolitical changes in the world.

Society • February 7, 10:30 AM • 27334 views

Russian oil transit through Ukraine decreased by 15% in 2024 - Media

In 2024, Russian oil transit through Ukraine decreased to 11. 5 million tons. Hungary remained the largest recipient with 4.8 million tons, while supplies to Slovakia and the Czech Republic decreased.

Economy • February 7, 10:12 AM • 34515 views

The survey showed different levels of support for Ukraine in Europe, but the greatest expectations of success in the fight against Russia are among young people

According to the CEDMO poll, 68% of Poles and 44% of Czechs support Ukraine's victory in the war with Russia. In the Czech Republic, young people are the most supportive (62%), and in Poland, people over 65 (79%).

Society • February 5, 01:19 PM • 31301 views

Ukraine allegedly offered Russia to preserve gas transit in exchange for return of ZNPP - energy expert

According to expert Volodymyr Omelchenko, Ukraine allegedly negotiated with Russia to preserve gas transit in exchange for the return of the ZNPP.

Economy • February 4, 10:15 AM • 68970 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

Hungary wants to maintain all business relations with Russia, but the EU is against it - Orban

The Hungarian prime minister announced his intention to maintain all business relations with Russia, despite the EU's opposition. Orban claims that Russian energy is vital for Hungary's economy.

Economy • February 3, 03:43 PM • 55770 views

Slovak Prime Minister accuses Georgian Legion of involvement in protests: DIU responds

The Main Intelligence Directorate stated that the Georgian National Legion was not part of its structure. The DIU denied Robert Fico's accusations of organizing protests in Slovakia.

Politics • February 1, 08:59 AM • 36697 views

Fico's plane was not allowed to land in Belgium and had to return to Bratislava

Due to a technical failure in Belgium's air traffic control system, Robert Fico's plane returned to Bratislava. The meeting with representatives of the European Commission on gas transit and other issues was canceled.

Politics • January 31, 09:52 AM • 108279 views

A Ukrainian was detained in Slovakia allegedly because of a coup threat. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs responded

The Slovak police are preparing to deport a Ukrainian citizen born in 1966 on charges of threatening national security. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is monitoring the situation and providing consular assistance to the detainee.

Politics • January 30, 06:52 PM • 129126 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

Romania emphasizes unwavering support for Ukraine's sovereignty

The Romanian Foreign Ministry reaffirmed its unwavering support for Ukraine's territorial integrity in response to the presidential candidate's statements. The ministry emphasized that the country's position is based on international law and national interests.

Politics • January 30, 03:21 PM • 35589 views

Slovakia summons Ukraine's ambassador over ‘interference in internal affairs’

Slovakia's Foreign Ministry protested to Ukraine's ambassador over statements regarding the country's internal affairs. The conflict arose after Zelensky criticized Prime Minister Fico's position on Russian gas.

Politics • January 29, 05:06 PM • 28637 views

The new EU sanctions package will include 35 individuals and 19 companies

The EU plans to add 35 individuals and 19 companies from Russia, the DPRK and China to the sanctions list. The new package will include prohibitive duties on fertilizers and certain agri-food products.

News of the World • January 29, 12:09 PM • 30141 views

MFA responded to the statements of the Slovak Prime Minister: Fico was poisoned by Russian propaganda

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has responded to Robert Fico's latest statements. The ministry believes that the Slovak prime minister has fallen victim to Russian propaganda due to failures in domestic policy.

Politics • January 29, 06:47 AM • 38414 views

Fico calls Zelensky an enemy and threatens to block EU aid to Ukraine

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico threatens to block EU aid to Ukraine if Russian gas transit does not resume. He called President Zelenskyy an “enemy” and accused him of creating problems for Slovakia.

Economy • January 28, 08:31 PM • 33165 views

EU approves suspension of visa-free travel for Georgian diplomatic passports - media

EU foreign ministers decided to suspend the visa-free regime for holders of Georgian diplomatic passports. Slovakia and Hungary opposed the decision, but it was passed by a qualified majority.

News of the World • January 27, 12:08 PM • 23534 views

Hungary did not prevent: EU sanctions against Russia extended for six months - media

The EU has agreed to extend sanctions against Russia for 6 months after Hungary lifted the “reserve”. Budapest has received guarantees on energy security and negotiations with Ukraine on energy transit, the media reports.

Politics • January 27, 11:17 AM • 24657 views

Hungary is the only country to block the EU's joint statement on the elections in Belarus

Representatives of Hungary did not sign the joint appeal of the EU countries to not recognize the presidential election in Belarus. Slovakia also refused at first, but then joined the statement.

News of the World • January 27, 02:25 AM • 31713 views

Politico: Turkey aims to help EU replace gas transit through Ukraine

Turkey is seeking to resume energy negotiations with the EU and become an alternative route for gas supplies. The country could expand the Southern Gas Corridor and connect it to Mediterranean gas.

Economy • January 26, 05:00 PM • 76163 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 • 63111 views

Zelenskyy says Azerbaijani gas can be transited to Europe through Ukraine

Zelenskyy discussed with Aliyev the possibility of transiting Azerbaijani gas through the Ukrainian gas transportation system to Europe. Ukraine is ready to quickly sign contracts to supply non-Russian gas to European countries.

Economy • January 25, 03:05 PM • 105905 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 • 29546 views

Fico claimed a “massive cyberattack” and blamed Ukraine. Official Kyiv responded

The Slovak prime minister announces a large-scale cyberattack on the national insurance company, accusing Ukraine and the opposition. According to media reports, it was a phishing attack, while Ukraine's Foreign Ministry denies the accusations.

Politics • January 24, 06:54 PM • 39032 views

Hungary will not support sanctions against Russia: Orban demands Ukraine to open gas pipeline

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban says he will not support sanctions against Russia until Ukraine resumes gas transit. Ukraine stopped transiting Russian gas on January 1, 2025.

Economy • January 24, 08:40 AM • 33604 views

EU gas storage facilities are only 58% full

EU gas stocks have fallen to 58. 5% compared to 74% last year.

Economy • January 24, 06:49 AM • 35870 views

“This is a standard fairy tale": Foreign Ministry on Fico's statement about experts involved in unrest in Georgia and Ukraine

A spokesman for Ukraine's Foreign Ministry called Slovak Prime Minister Fico's statements about a group of experts involved in the protests a “standard fairy tale. ” The ministry confirmed that a possible meeting between Fico and Zelenskyy in Davos had been discussed.

Society • January 23, 04:59 PM • 35558 views

They are coordinated with one hand: Kobakhidze speaks about protests in Georgia and Slovakia

Irakli Kobakhidze supported Slovak Prime Minister Fico's statement about the threat of a coup d'état. According to him, protests in both countries are coordinated from one center.

News of the World • January 23, 02:47 PM • 29066 views

Slovak opposition withdraws vote of no confidence in Fico's government and plans to submit a new one

The Slovak opposition has withdrawn a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Robert Fico over his attempt to make the session closed. The opposition promised to initiate a new attempt to dismiss the government soon.

News of the World • January 21, 09:05 PM • 46072 views

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“Return to Stalinism”: lawyer Kravets on NABU's pressure on the bar, wiretapping and reports to foreigners

Held in a camp for six years: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine evacuated a Ukrainian woman and her two children from Syria

TCR servicemen without combat experience will be sent to fighting units - General Staff

We have already lost the opportunity to purchase seeds from Ukrainian producers - expert

Electricity tariff will remain unchanged until the end of October - Shmyhal

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“Mommy's rules”. Transparency International Ukraine revealed the motives why the ARMA leadership is disrupting changes in the agency

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