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Euroviews. The EU must act in time to save Slovakia’s media

As Brussels regroups after elections, it must uphold the rule of law, Tom Gibson writes.

Germany

Euro 2024: France regret missed chances in 0-0 Netherlands draw

Les Bleus had to bench Kylian Mbappé following his nose-injury against Austria.

Europe News

Peter Pellegrini is sworn in as Slovakia's new president

The ceremony took place amid heightened security after the assassination attempt on his close ally, populist Prime Minister Robert Fico, a month ago.

Slovakia

Slovakian PM Robert Fico says he felt 'no hatred' towards his attacker

Slovakia's populist PM Robert Fico made his first public appearance in three weeks, posting a speech online following a serious assassination attempt.

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Bratislava braces for major flooding as Danube continues to rise

A flood warning has been put in place for the Slovakian capital after heavy rainfall in Germany and Austria.

Euronews Witness

Slovakia’s disinformation history serves as a cautionary tale for the EU

In the run-up to June's European elections Slovakia and other EU member states have become hotbeds for pro-Kremlin disinformation campaigns. Bryan Carter went to the country to investigate.

Europe News

Slovakian MPs unanimously approve resolution against political hatred

The move follows the shooting of Prime Minister Robert Fico and a public outcry over 'toxic Slovakia politics'.

World News

Slovakians raise over 4 million euros in support of Ukraine

The fundraiser's organisers say many Slovakians oppose their government's pro-Russian stance, leading to widespread backing for their initiative.

Europe News

'Worst fears have passed' for shot Slovakian PM Robert Fico

Prime Minister Robert Fico remains "serious", but worst fears have "passed", the country's defence minister told journalists on Sunday.

Europe News

Court orders detention of suspected would-be assassin of Slovakia's PM

The man accused of attempting to assassinate Robert Fico was ordered to remain behind bars Saturday. Fico is in serious but stable condition, officials said.

Slovakia

Fico's bodyguards failed to protect Slovakian PM, security expert says

Personal security expert Dr J Ervin Kis told Euronews that Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico's bodyguards reacted too late to the apparent shooter and not according to protocol.

Slovakia

Robert Fico remains in serious condition after further surgery

The populist leader was shot multiple times on Wednesday while greeting supporters after a government meeting in Handlova.

Europe News

Slovakian ministers blame media and opposition for attack on PM Fico

Slovakia's interior minister refrained from specifying the motivation behind the attack on Prime Minister Robert Fico but pointed fingers at media outlets and the opposition, urging them to reflect on how they present information.

Slovakia

Slovakians condemn attack against Prime Minister Robert Fico

Slovakians denounce the assassination attempt on Prime Minister Robert Fico while awaiting updates on his health at the hospital's front.

Slovakia

Online toxicity in Slovakia spikes by 60% after attempt on Fico's life

Researchers have long drawn links between hateful online comments and their capacity to push people further towards extreme political stances, beliefs and worldviews.

Slovakia

Who is Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico?

The populist leader is said to no longer be in a life-threatening condition after an assassination attempt on Wednesday.

Slovakia

Slovakian leaders ponder past mistakes as Fico fights for his life

Euronews reporter was on the ground at the Roosevelt Hospital on Wednesday night while doctors were fighting for the life of Slovakia's PM Robert Fico. Here's what he saw.

Slovakia

Why is Slovakia among Europe's most politically polarised countries?

Prominent Slovakian reporter Andrej Matišák tells Euronews about how his country has been engulfed by the wave of political polarisation sweeping across Europe.

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WATCH: Slovak PM Robert Fico shot and injured after meeting

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot and injured following a government meeting in Handlova, as confirmed by Parliamentary Vice-Chair Lubos Blaha.

Slovakia

'Lone wolf' suspect charged in shooting of Slovakian PM Robert Fico

Authorities have charged a man in connection with the attempted assassination of Prime Minister Robert Fico who was shot on Wednesday, the country’s interior minister said.