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Slovakian and Serbian leaders defy EU to attend Russian military parade

Robert Fico and Aleksandar Vučić accept Vladimir Putin’s invitation to attend Victory Day celebrations

The Guardian - UK

Russia holds Victory Day parade in Moscow amid its war in Ukraine

Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico was the lone EU leader to attend the Moscow military parade on Friday despite Brussels' warnings not to do so.

Euronews

Putin Gears Up To Host World Leaders At Lavish Army Parade

Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a lavish World War II Victory Day parade in Moscow on Friday, an event the Kremlin hopes will rally patriotism at home and project strength abroad as its troops fight in Ukraine.

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Russia to host leaders of China and Brazil for the 80th anniversary of its World War II victory

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to host heads of states for festivities Friday marking the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II

The Independent UK

Slovakia's prime minister rejects EU plan to halt Russian gas imports by end of 2027

Robert Fico is not alone in voicing his discontent. Hungary, the other member state with close ties to Moscow, also hit out at the plan.

Euronews

Slovakia's leader rejects an EU plan to halt Russian natural gas imports by the end of 2027

Slovakia’s populist leader has rejected a European Union plan to halt imports of Russian natural gas by the end of 2027 to deprive President Vladimir Putin of revenue that helps fuel the war in Ukraine

The Independent UK

Putin Gears Up For 'Grandest' Victory Day Amid Ukraine Conflict

Russian President Vladimir Putin will address the "grandest" ever annual Victory Day parade in Moscow on Friday, evoking the Soviet Union's defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II to rally support for his troops fighting in Ukraine.

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Who is coming to Putin’s Victory Day parade and how safe is Moscow?

For the Russian president, Victory Day is arguably the most important public holiday of the year. For the fourth time, the Moscow military parade will take place without high-level guests and with unprecedented security measures, as Russian authorities fear Kyiv might use the opportunity to attack.

Euronews

Europe Far-right Surge Masks Divisions

Hard-right and far-right parties are riding high in polls across Europe but their electoral success conceals divisions which could become major sources of tension if they win power, according to analysts.

International Business Times

Protesters in Slovakia rally against legislation they say could harm NGOs' work

The rallies in Bratislava and five other cities are part of a wave of protests that was fuelled by Prime Minister Robert Fico's trip to Moscow in December for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Euronews

Slovak lawmakers loyal to populist premier Fico approve law critics claim will harm civil groups

Slovakia has passed legislation that critics consider detrimental for many nongovernmental organizations

The Independent UK

Slovakia's Fico insists on attending Moscow's 'Victory Day' parade despite EU warnings

Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed Russian troops fighting in Ukraine as "heroes" at last year's 9 May event.

Euronews

Slovakia’s pro-Russian leader rejects a call by the EU not to attend a military parade in Moscow

Populist prime minister Robert Fico has reacted angrily to what he says were ‘disrespectful’ remarks made by European Union foreign policy chief

The Independent UK

In Slovakia, our grassroots movement helped oust a neo-Nazi. We can do it again

Professor Alexandra Bitušíková explains how face-to-face local activism was crucial in bringing down the neo-Nazi People’s Party Our Slovakia

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Trump's Car Tariffs Could Drive Slovakia Into Russia's Arms

By imposing massive tariffs on foreign-made cars, Trump is punishing key allies, tanking Slovakia’s economy, and undermining U.S. influence in Eastern Europe.

Euronews

Thousands of Slovaks protest against Russian-style law targeting NGOs

Citizens across Slovakia have been protesting for months over Prime Minister Robert Fico's shift towards Russia and away from the EU.

Euronews

Thousands of Slovaks protest in Bratislava against PM Robert Fico and his Russia-friendly policies

Thousands of protesters took to the streets across Slovakia to participate in regular demonstrations against incumbent Prime Minister Robert Fico and his pro-Russian policies.

Euronews

Slovakia at 'critical crossroads' as months of protest threaten pro-Moscow Fico

The protest movement aims to reaffirm the EU's importance for Slovakia as the country's government tilts towards Russia.

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Slovakia's president completes cabinet reshuffle to secure government majority

The appointment of Samuel Migaľ as the new minister of investments and regional development was a result of a deal agreed on by three parties in the governing coalition headed by Prime Minister Robert Fico.

The Independent UK

Suspect in Slovak premier's attempted assassination is indicted on terror charges

Prosecutors in Slovakia says the suspect in the attempted assassination of populist Prime Minister Robert Fico last year has been indicted on terror charges

The Independent UK

Suspect in probe of Slovak premier's attempted assassination should face terror charges, police say

Police in Slovakia are recommending that the suspect in the attempted assassination of populist Prime Minister Robert Fico should face charges of a “terror attack.”

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Slovakia Protests Against Prime Minister's Pro-Russia Policies

Seventh anniversary rallies in Slovakia honor slain journalist Ján Kuciak, spark protests against PM Fico's pro-Russia stance.

The Independent UK

Slovakia's Fico agrees deal with partners for control of government ministries to bolster coalition

Slovakia's ruling coalition partners have agreed a deal with populist Prime Minister Robert Fico to give up one ministry each as part of a government reshuffle

Al Jazeera

Protests continue in Slovakia against PM Fico’s pro-Russia stance

Large crowds call for Fico to resign after visit to Moscow.

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: elderly couples among nine killed in Russian drone attack

Thirteen people wounded, including eight-year-old girl, in Sumy apartment block attack. Sweden pledges $1.2bn in Ukraine military aid, its biggest pledge yet. What we know on day 1,073

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