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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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Emergency shutdowns have been temporarily introduced, but we should save electricity - Ukrenergo

Temporary emergency power outages have been introduced in most regions of Ukraine. Consumption is in line with seasonal levels, but there is still a shortage of capacity during peak hours.

Society • November 11, 09:27 AM • 20264 views
Power engineers restored electricity to almost 6 thousand Ukrainians: what is happening in the power system

Ukraine's power system remains balanced, with power companies restoring electricity to 5,741 consumers. Electricity is expected to be imported from 5 countries in the total amount of 1000 MWh.

Economy • November 10, 09:21 AM • 36657 views
Electricity consumption has increased amid worsening weather: Ukrainians are asked to save

Due to cloudy weather and lower temperatures, electricity consumption increased by 5% compared to the previous day. Ukrenergo calls for saving electricity during peak hours and reports on imports from neighboring countries.

Society • November 8, 09:05 AM • 28558 views
Ukraine imports electricity from 5 countries: what is happening in the energy system

Ukraine's power system remains balanced, but needs to be saved in the evening. Electricity is imported from Poland, Slovakia, Romania, Hungary, and Moldova in the amount of 1900 MWh.

Society • November 7, 08:00 AM • 18558 views
Electricity consumption is growing: Ukrainians are asked to save in the evening

Due to cloudy weather, electricity consumption increased by 4. 4% compared to the previous day. Power shortages persist during peak hours, and 5 settlements remain without electricity due to the weather.

Society • November 6, 12:10 PM • 21464 views
The power system is balanced, but it is necessary to save energy in the evening - the Ministry of Energy

Ukraine's power system remains balanced but requires rational use of electricity from 17:00 to 22:00. Overnight, power supply was restored to almost 21,000 consumers.

Society • November 5, 08:28 AM • 18057 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 • 22190 views
New opportunities for buses on the Polish border: what has changed

Starting November 7, the Rava-Ruska-Krebenne checkpoint will introduce booking of border crossing times for buses. The eCheckpoint system will now operate at 22 out of 28 checkpoints.

Society • November 4, 01:01 PM • 17147 views
Energy Ministry: power system is balanced, electricity imports from Europe are planned

Ukraine's energy system remains balanced despite the damage to its infrastructure. It is planned to import electricity from 5 countries in the total amount of 4004 MWh.

Society • November 4, 08:19 AM • 80743 views
Ukraine imports electricity from 5 countries, more than 380 thousand consumers have their electricity restored - Ministry of Energy

Ukraine's power system remains balanced, but needs to be rationalized in the evening. It is planned to import 7748 MWh of electricity from Poland, Slovakia, Romania, Hungary, and Moldova.

Society • November 2, 12:10 PM • 64508 views
The power system is balanced, electricity imports from 5 countries are expected - the Ministry of Energy

Ukraine's power system remains balanced despite the damage to infrastructure. It is expected to import 12047 MWh of electricity from 5 countries, and the water level in the ZNPP pond is sufficient for the plant's operation.

War in Ukraine • November 1, 08:26 AM • 18105 views
Poland introduces new rules for international transportation: fines for violations

Starting November 1, 2024, drivers will have to obtain an RMPD registration number and ensure the geolocation of their vehicles. Violation of the requirements will result in fines ranging from PLN 1500 to PLN 12000.

Society • October 31, 02:27 PM • 52509 views
Truck traffic will be suspended on the border with Slovakia: where and when

On November 1, from 9:00 a. m. to 3:00 p.m., the checkpoint “Uzhhorod-Vysne Nemecke” will suspend the clearance of freight transport. The reason is the update of the server software on the Slovak side.

Society • October 31, 10:32 AM • 13061 views
Ukraine imports electricity from 5 countries: what is happening in the energy system

Electricity consumption in Ukraine is in line with seasonal trends, but there is a shortage during peak hours. The power system is stable, with imports from 5 countries totaling 9,542 MWh.

Society • October 31, 08:07 AM • 87858 views
Fitzo gave an interview to propagandist Skabeyeva and declared his desire to come to moscow on may 9

Robert Fitzo, in an interview with a Russian propagandist, expressed his desire to come to moscow to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Victory. The prime minister said he wanted to thank the Red Army and honor the memory of Marshal Konev.

News of the World • October 30, 01:58 PM • 15688 views
A man who tried to illegally return from the EU to Ukraine was detained in Zakarpattia with a gunshot

A 30-year-old Odesa resident who illegally crossed the border from Slovakia was detained in Zakarpattia. The man had previously illegally traveled to the EU, but after unsuccessful job searches in Germany, he decided to return to Ukraine.

Society • October 30, 11:29 AM • 14044 views
Germany could be a key player in ending the war in Ukraine - FT

Germany, under Scholz's leadership, will play a decisive role in Ukraine's accession to NATO and ending the war.

Politics • October 29, 08:38 AM • 16220 views
Consumption has decreased, but there is a deficit during peak hours: what is happening in the power system

Due to the sunny weather, electricity consumption decreased by 3. 4%, but there is still a shortage during peak hours. Ukraine imports electricity from 5 countries.

Society • October 29, 08:28 AM • 17142 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 • 16168 views
When will emergency power outages in two oblasts be canceled - the Ministry of Energy's answer

The Ukrainian power system has introduced temporary emergency blackout schedules in two regions due to damage caused by shelling. The situation remains balanced and the outages will be canceled after the repair works are completed.

Society • October 28, 08:46 AM • 18357 views
Five regions of Ukraine are partially without electricity due to Russian shelling

The enemy shelling and hostilities caused power outages in five regions of Ukraine. The power system remains balanced, with electricity imports expected from Poland, Slovakia, Romania, Hungary and Moldova.

Society • October 27, 08:20 AM • 48764 views
Electricity consumption is growing, 538 settlements without electricity

Due to cloudy weather, electricity consumption increased by 3. 5% compared to the previous day. As a result of hostilities and shelling, 538 settlements remain without electricity.

Society • October 25, 07:24 AM • 56587 views
StratCom Center: reports that “seven NATO countries are against Ukraine's invitation to join the Alliance” are not true

The Center for Strategic Communications of Ukraine denied reports that seven NATO countries oppose Ukraine's invitation to join the Alliance. The president's spokesman said that this information was not true.

Politics • October 24, 10:10 AM • 16137 views
Energy Ministry: Power system is balanced, due to shelling and hostilities there were power outages in 6 regions

Ukraine's energy system remains balanced despite daily hostile attacks. Due to the attacks and technical problems, 532 settlements remain partially or completely without electricity.

Society • October 24, 08:00 AM • 20674 views
Seven countries oppose Ukraine's NATO invitation - Politico

According to Politico, in addition to Germany and the United States, five other NATO countries are blocking Ukraine's invitation to join the Alliance. These are Hungary, Slovakia, Belgium, Slovenia, and Spain, which have different reasons for this position.

War in Ukraine • October 23, 10:48 PM • 102175 views
Electricity consumption has stabilized, with power outages in 5 regions due to shelling and hostilities

Electricity consumption in Ukraine is in line with seasonal levels. Due to hostilities and other reasons, 543 settlements remain without electricity, and electricity imports continue from 5 countries.

War in Ukraine • October 23, 08:59 AM • 18340 views
Zelensky on Ukraine's invitation to NATO: there is a consensus of the majority of members and a restrained position of a few

President Zelenskyy said that most NATO countries support Ukraine's invitation to join the Alliance until the war is over. Germany's position depends on the United States, whose support may increase after the presidential election.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 12:23 PM • 18562 views
Power outage in Sumy due to Russian drone attack on energy in the region, consumption at seasonal level - Ukrenergo

An attack by Russian UAVs damaged energy infrastructure in Sumy region. Ukraine's electricity supply is cut off to 550 settlements, with electricity consumption in line with seasonal levels.

Society • October 22, 07:49 AM • 18547 views
Winter is coming: when winter tires need to be fitted in Europe

Most European countries have requirements for the use of winter tires and fines for non-compliance. The rules for Moldova, Poland, Romania, Hungary, Slovakia, the Baltic States, Germany, the Czech Republic and France are considered.

Society • October 21, 03:20 PM • 167407 views
Electricity consumption increases due to cold snap, shelling and hostilities cause power outages in 5 regions

Electricity consumption in Ukraine increased by 6. 3% due to the cold snap. NPC Ukrenergo calls for the use of powerful equipment until 4 p.m.

Society • October 21, 08:34 AM • 17527 views