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AFP on MSN54m
Fears grow as Slovakia's nationalist govt tightens grip on media
Since returning to power in 2023, nationalist Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has tightened his grip on what he deems ...
Why did Robert Fico veto the new EU sanctions on Russia? Money is key
Robert Fico's decision to veto the new package of EU sanctions against Russia has a lot to do with financial compensation.
Right of veto: Slovakia intends to exchange the 18th package of sanctions for gas guarantees
The republic will appeal to the European Parliament to preserve fuel imports from the Russian Federation, and in the meantime ...
Kyiv Independent on MSN5d
Slovak PM sees 'no reason' to meet with Zelensky, claims Ukrainian president 'hates' him, after reportedly blocking Russian sanctions
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said on June 28 that he does not intend to meet directly with President Volodymyr Zelensky, ...
The Slovak Spectator on MSN11h
Slovakia draws Kyiv’s ire over call to ‘forgive’ Russia
Despite recent tensions, both Slovak and Ukrainian officials have insisted that bilateral cooperation remains on track.
Polskie Radio6d
Slovakia, Hungary block EU’s 18th Russia sanctions package
Slovakia will veto the EU's 18th package of sanctions on Russia unless it receives safeguards on future gas supplies, Slovak ...
Denmark takes over EU presidency in stormy times. Here's what to expect
Denmark has officially taken over the six-month rotating presidency of the EU Council, with two overarching priorities: ...
Courthouse News Service3d
EU, Ukraine clinch $73 billion trade deal after months of uncertainty
The agreement caps difficult negotiations while offering safeguards for EU farmers anguished about cheap Ukrainian ...
Media reports EU postpones vote on new Russia sanctions
EU leaders have decided to delay discussions on a new sanctions package against Russia, Hungarian news outlet Index reports. The postponement stems f ...