Robert Fico

Escalating SNS political pressure on Environment Minister

9 clusters · 35 sources · last updated about 11 hours ago

Latest: Tomáš Taraba refuses resignation amid Slovak coalition crisis

The political dispute between the SNS party and Environment Minister Tomáš Taraba has intensified, with SNS leader Andrej Danko renewing demands for Taraba’s resignation. Danko asserted that the minister should never hav

Slovak National Council legislative agenda

3 clusters · 5 sources · last updated about 12 hours ago

Latest: Slovak Parliament begins marathon session with 300 agenda items

The Slovak National Council is set to begin a major legislative session on September 15 following a three-month summer recess. Speaker Richard Raši indicated that while the session is expected to last at least four weeks

Danube low water hits historic lows and sparks diplomacy

67 clusters · 998 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: Paks Nuclear Power Plant output loss costs estimated at 37.4 billion HUF

Record-low Danube flows persisted into early September 2026, intensifying energy, water, and navigation crises across Europe. In Romania, the energy crisis intensified following the simultaneous shutdown of nuclear and t

Wildfires and emergency responses persist across the Balkans

18 clusters · 513 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Montenegro reports no active wildfires following heavy rainfall

Wildfires continue to impact the Balkans and Mediterranean, causing significant casualties and material damage. In Croatia, the death toll from the massive wildfire near Lokva Rogoznica and Omiš has risen to three. The O

Global youth social media regulation trends

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Latest: German experts urge social media restrictions for youth

Governments and regulators worldwide are increasingly implementing restrictions on social media use for minors to combat digital addiction and protect mental health. Early actions in Cyprus and Turkey focused on banning

Slovakia diesel market stabilization measures

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Slovakia debates fuel price regulation and EU tobacco tax proposals

Following a declared state of oil emergency, the Slovak government implemented emergency measures to stabilize the diesel market. These actions were taken to ensure domestic fuel supplies amid increased demand from forei

Montenegro advances EU path amid political disputes

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Latest: Montenegro faces sensitive EU accession phase amid regional tensions

Montenegro is experiencing renewed momentum in its bid to join the European Union, with the accession process transitioning from a technical phase to a political one. Former Prime Minister Igor Lukšić noted that the coun

Rosenburg hydroelectric power plant modernization

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: EVN to modernize Rosenburg hydroelectric power plant

The energy provider EVN has announced the commencement of modernization works at the Rosenburg hydroelectric power plant in Lower Austria. The project aims to upgrade technical equipment and the power plant building whil

Slovak political debate over Ukraine financial support

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Slovak politicians debate Ukraine reconstruction funding

Slovak political leadership is divided over financial involvement regarding Ukraine. Prime Minister Robert Fico has criticized Kyiv’s requests for accelerated Western financial assistance, noting that while the European

Miloš Zeman political activities and presidential ambitions

5 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Miloš Zeman to speak at security seminar amid polling opposition

Former Czech President Miloš Zeman has continued to signal potential future political ambitions, specifically regarding a return to the presidency. In late August, Zeman stated that the prospect of candidacy appeals to h

Visegrad Group diplomatic revitalization

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Visegrád Group leaders meet in Bratislava to coordinate EU policy

The Visegrad Group (V4) has entered a period of renewed diplomatic activity and coordination among its member nations, Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary. In late August 2026, foreign ministers met in Tom

European Council policy and budget negotiations

13 clusters · 88 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: António Costa proposes new EU revenue sources for 2028-2034 budget

European Council President António Costa continues his diplomatic tour to secure a political agreement on the Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for 2028–2034 by the end of 2026. Costa has warned that failing to reach

Central European election polling and popularity shifts

12 clusters · 37 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Slovakia election poll: Progresívne Slovensko leads with 21.6 percent

In Slovakia, parliamentary election polling remains highly competitive between Progresívne Slovensko (PS) and Smer-SD. While previous Ipsos and INFOSTAT data showed a near-deadlock or a slight Smer lead, a recent August

Slovakia Vision 2040 strategic development

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Latest: Slovakia approves Vision 2040 strategic development roadmap

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico introduced ‘Vision Slovakia 2040’, a long-term strategic document developed by approximately 350 experts. The document was designed to address trends such as climate change, demographic

Water reservoir planning in Tábor

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Tábor approves plans for new Hlinný water reservoir

The Tábor City Council has approved the preparation phase for a new small water reservoir named Hlinný in the Turovec area. The project is designed to retain water within the landscape, mitigate drought effects, and supp

Social support measures in Slovakia and Czech Republic

4 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Czech Republic introduces student parent support amid housing crisis

Slovakia and the Czech Republic are implementing various social support measures for families and students. In Slovakia, the Ministry of Labour, Social Affairs and Family announced plans to launch a family card via a mob

ČEZ corporate performance and energy transformation

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Latest: Czech solar energy landscape shifts as subsidies expire and ČEZ expands

ČEZ reported a 10% year-on-year increase in net profit for the first half of 2026, reaching 18.1 billion CZK, primarily due to the cessation of the windfall tax. While operating revenues and EBITDA decreased due to lower

European hybrid warfare and drone security threats

6 clusters · 76 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Russia may intensify sabotage activities, experts warn

European security has intensified due to suspected hybrid warfare and drone-related sabotage. In Germany, an investigation was launched at Leipzig/Halle Airport after a military-style drone equipped with explosives was d

Slovakia security transparency and Russian equipment

9 clusters · 52 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Slovak Interior Minister announces dismissals over camera scandal

The scandal began when the political party Progressive Slovakia raised suspicions that new traffic cameras purchased from Soitron for nearly 200,000 EUR were of Russian origin. While the Ministry of Interior initially de

North Macedonia EU accession dispute

5 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: North Macedonia faces EU accession scrutiny and border disputes

In late July 2026, Greek MEP Emanuil Fragkos denounced North Macedonia’s EU accession bid, calling the state “historically baseless” and urging EU institutions to block its entry. The criticism focused on alleged histori

Bulgaria-Slovakia diplomatic and energy cooperation

2 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Slovakia proposes ‘V4 plus’ cooperation model to Bulgaria

Bulgaria and Slovakia have engaged in high-level diplomatic discussions focused on regional security, energy, and European Union policy. Leaders from both nations have emphasized that the conflict in Ukraine must be reso

Slovak political leadership developments

2 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Slovakia: Pellegrini proposes Smer-PS coalition for stability

Political figures Boris Kollár and Richard Sulík are expected to announce their political plans during a press conference at the National Council of the Slovak Republic. Speculation suggests the two may form a joint cand

Slovak Academy of Sciences NGT regulation dispute

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Slovak Breeding and Seed Association opposes EU regulation lawsuit

The Slovak Academy of Sciences (SAS) has formally expressed opposition to new European Union regulations concerning New Genomic Techniques (NGTs). The Academy contends that NGT procedures constitute laboratory-based gene

Slovak historical uprising commemorations

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Latest: Slovakia marks Slovak National Uprising anniversary amid controversy

Slovakia has held various commemorations for historical uprisings. In Nižný Žipov, events marked the 195th anniversary of the 1831 Eastern Slovak Peasant Uprising. To mark the 82nd anniversary of the Slovak National Upri

Slovak government alignment with Russia

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Slovakia blocks EU proposal to extend Russian sanctions for 12 months

The Slovak government has faced scrutiny regarding its alignment with Russian interests. Opposition leaders in Slovakia, specifically the SaS party, alleged that Moscow exerted diplomatic pressure on Prime Minister Rober

Slovak economic and political tensions

4 clusters · 26 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Slovakia sees rising real estate prices and increasing unemployment

Slovakia continues to face economic stagnation despite real wage growth outpacing inflation. Prime Minister Robert Fico has attributed this to a heavy dependence on the struggling German economy and has expressed frustra

Czech budget negotiations and rising deficit concerns

7 clusters · 55 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: ODS proposes 8+2 education reform to cut costs

The Czech government is navigating complex negotiations for the upcoming state budget amid rising fiscal pressures. Finance Minister Alena Schillerová has presented a budget proposal that anticipates a deficit of approxi

Slovak Prime Minister rhetoric at SNP anniversary

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Latest: Robert Fico uses controversial historical rhetoric at SNP anniversary

During the 82nd anniversary celebrations of the Slovak National Uprising (SNP) in Banská Bystrica, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico delivered a speech utilizing nationalist rhetoric and controversial historical interpre

Slovakia labor market: shortages and digital shifts

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Latest: Slovakia faces acute shortage of skilled craftsmen and drivers

Slovakia continues to face a complex labor market characterized by acute shortages in manual trades and rapid growth in the technology sector. While the country struggles with a lack of truck drivers, welders, and metal

Slovakia EU environmental funding and policy risks

3 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Slovakia revokes controversial national park zoning resolutions

Slovakia faces potential financial losses from the European Union due to environmental policy and management decisions. The Supreme Audit Office (NKÚ) warned that the country risks losing millions in EU LIFE programme fu