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“Let them not be angry": Slovak President refuses to visit Ukraine due to gas transit shutdown

Peter Pellegrini canceled his visit to Kyiv because of Ukraine's suspension of Russian gas transit on January 1. He said that this step threatens Slovakia's energy security.

Economy • January 11, 07:33 PM • 53565 views

Stopping gas transit: Ukraine is not a member of the working group of the European Commission and Slovakia - media

The European Commission and Slovakia are forming a working group to assess the consequences of the cessation of Russian gas transit through Ukraine. The group will consider the economic impact and possible compensation for Slovakia.

Economy • January 10, 01:50 PM • 25776 views

MFA on Slovakia's statements about stopping gas transit: no need to put a sore thumb on a healthy head

Foreign Ministry spokesman Heorhiy Tykhyi responded to the Slovak prime minister's statements about stopping gas transit through Ukraine. He emphasized that the problem is Russia and the unwillingness of some European countries to get rid of energy dependence.

Economy • January 10, 10:46 AM • 27333 views

Ukraine has destroyed the Russian monopoly in the field of nuclear fuel - SNRIU

Ukraine has set an example for European countries in refusing to use Russian nuclear fuel for Soviet-designed reactors. Three EU countries already use Westinghouse fuel, and two more are preparing to switch.

Economy • January 10, 09:02 AM • 35881 views

Slovakia threatens with veto power in the EU over gas transit shutdown

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico is considering vetoing EU decisions on Ukraine because of the suspension of Russian gas transit. The country may lose 1.5 billion euros due to the lack of transit.

Politics • January 9, 02:30 PM • 24412 views

Slovak Deputy Speaker plans a visit to Moscow: Ukrainian Embassy reacts

The Ukrainian Embassy protested Andriy Danko's plans to visit Moscow with a parliamentary delegation. Diplomats urged Slovakia to refrain from contact with Russia and reminded of the historical consequences of such decisions.

Politics • January 9, 06:59 AM • 29279 views

Fico is going to Brussels: “I will sabotage the ungrateful Zelensky”

Slovakia's Prime Minister accuses Zelenskiy of “sabotage” over the suspension of Russian gas transit. Fico plans to discuss with the European Commissioner compensation for losses of €1.5 billion.

Economy • January 9, 02:55 AM • 110906 views

Don't jump to conclusions about US policy: Zelensky on Trump's statement on Ukraine in NATO

The President of Ukraine commented on Trump's statement about understanding Russia's position on Ukraine's accession to NATO. Zelenskyy emphasized that the lack of security guarantees was one of the reasons for the war.

War • January 8, 07:00 PM • 35640 views

Energy Ministry: The energy system is balanced, but the situation is quite dynamic

The Deputy Minister of Energy reported that the power system was balanced with no restrictions on electricity supply. 2024 was the most difficult year due to 13 massive attacks on energy infrastructure.

Economy • January 7, 01:49 PM • 38198 views

Czech Republic reaches NATO defense spending target for the first time in 20 years

The Czech Ministry of Defense allocated 166. 8 billion CZK for defense in 2024, which is 2.09% of GDP. The opposition is demanding explanations for the transparency of December's spending.

News of the World • January 7, 12:02 PM • 23228 views

Poland is ready to increase electricity sales to Ukraine in case of a supply interruption from Slovakia

Poland's climate minister has declared her readiness to increase electricity supplies to Ukraine if Slovakia stops supplying it. This is a response to Slovak Prime Minister Fico's threats of a possible cutoff of energy supplies.

Economy • January 7, 10:13 AM • 25430 views

Slovakia wails that Brussels canceled consultations on stopping gas transit through Ukraine

The European Commission canceled a trilateral meeting with Slovakia and Ukraine on stopping the transit of Russian gas due to the absence of the Ukrainian side. Slovakia is waiting for a new date for consultations.

Economy • January 6, 05:55 PM • 44648 views

Slovakia will continue to supply electricity to Ukraine despite Fico's threats

Slovak operator SEPS has confirmed that it will continue to supply electricity to Ukraine as part of emergency assistance. In 11 months of 2023, electricity exports from Slovakia to Ukraine tripled.

Economy • January 4, 07:57 AM • 69135 views

“We are not a Russian rag": people protest against Prime Minister Fico in Slovakia

In Bratislava, 4,000 people protested against Prime Minister Fico's pro-Russian policies. Protesters with EU flags accused Fico of “treason” and called on him to “go to Moscow.

News of the World • January 3, 11:26 PM • 27895 views

More than 50 people have died trying to illegally cross the border since the beginning of martial law - border guards

Since the beginning of martial law in Ukraine, more than 50 people have died trying to cross the border illegally. Half of the deaths occurred in 2024, in particular, while trying to cross the Tisa River.

Society • January 3, 07:33 AM • 27110 views

Border violators have decreased in recent days, but they resort to tricks - Demchenko

The State Border Guard Service reports a decrease in attempts to illegally cross the border in recent days. Violators use various disguises, including special equipment and joining funeral processions.

Society • January 3, 06:59 AM • 27495 views

Disguised as railroad workers, they tried to get to Slovakia: border guards detained the offenders

Two men dressed as railroad workers and trying to illegally enter Slovakia were detained in Zakarpattia. The offenders and their guides were detained near the border fence.

Crimes and emergencies • January 2, 07:18 PM • 24080 views

Fico threatens to cut aid to Ukrainian refugees due to gas transit shutdown

Robert Fico announced that the Smer party is ready to reduce support for Ukrainian citizens in Slovakia. This is a reaction to the cessation of Russian gas transit through Ukraine, which resulted in a loss of 5 billion euros in revenue.

Economy • January 2, 06:10 PM • 35665 views

Gas prices in Europe rise after transit through Ukraine is stopped

Gas prices in Europe rose by 4. 3% after transit through Ukraine was cut off. Traders predict further price increases due to winter frosts and limited alternative supply routes.

Economy • January 2, 08:29 AM • 32791 views

Ukraine stops transit of Russian gas: Europe's reaction

On January 1, 2025, Ukraine stopped the transit of Russian gas through its territory. The EU declares its readiness for change, although the reaction of member states is mixed, ranging from support to concern.

Economy • January 1, 02:05 PM • 164565 views

Slovak PM: stopping gas transit through Ukraine will have “dramatic consequences” for the EU

Robert Fico said that the termination of Russian gas transit through Ukraine would have a negative impact on the EU, but not on Russia. Fico announced a “two-track policy” for 2025, focused on all sides of the world.

Economy • January 1, 12:18 PM • 59142 views

Minister: Ukraine's gas system is ready to operate without Russian gas transit

The Minister of Energy announced that Ukraine's gas system is fully prepared to operate without Russian transit. Ukrainians will not feel any changes in gas and heat supply.

Economy • January 1, 07:57 AM • 95902 views

Gazprom comments on stopping gas supplies to Europe through Ukraine

Russia has stopped gas supplies through Ukraine after the transit agreement expires on January 1, 2025. The Czech Republic is ready to provide Slovakia with gas transportation capacity in response to this situation.

Economy • January 1, 07:03 AM • 80442 views

Czech Republic ready to ensure gas transit to Slovakia

The Czech Republic is ready to provide Slovakia with capacities for natural gas transportation and storage. This decision was taken against the background of the termination of Russian gas transit by Ukraine through its territory.

News of the World • January 1, 06:52 AM • 24963 views

Zelenskyy: Hungarian and Slovak peoples are actually on the side of truth, and their authorities should recognize the truth

President Zelenskyy said that the Hungarian and Slovak people support Ukraine, and their authorities should recognize the truth. He emphasized the importance of European unity and warned against cooperation with Russia.

War • December 31, 10:48 PM • 105909 views

Russia cuts gas supplies to Europe via Ukraine on last day before deal expires - Reuters

Russia stops supplying gas through Ukraine after the transit agreement expires on January 1. Europe has found alternative sources, but the loss of Russian gas has affected the EU economy.

Economy • December 31, 02:29 PM • 21727 views

Slovak Prime Minister Fico complained in a letter to the EU leadership about the suspension of gas transit

Slovak Prime Minister Fico writes a letter to the EU leadership regarding Ukraine's termination of Russian gas transit after 2024.

Economy • December 30, 07:58 AM • 84701 views

Poland is ready to compensate Ukraine for electricity in case of Slovakia's refusal

The Polish government plans to increase electricity production for Ukraine due to a possible suspension of supplies from Slovakia. Bratislava threatens to stop exports because of Ukraine's refusal to transit Russian gas.

Economy • December 29, 06:25 PM • 40947 views

Zelenskyy: instructed government officials to do everything together with partners in Europe to maintain the stability of the united European energy system

The President instructed government officials to work with the EU to maintain the stability of the energy system. Ukraine is looking for alternatives to Slovak electricity imports, which currently account for 19% of the total.

Economy • December 28, 04:18 PM • 35430 views

Halushchenko on Slovakia's threats to stop electricity supply: there is a mechanism to replace these imports

Galushchenko appealed to the EU because of Slovakia's intention to stop supplying electricity to Ukraine. The minister said he was ready to replace Slovak imports with supplies from other neighbors.

Economy • December 28, 04:08 PM • 31692 views

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