War in Ukraine
Fico accuses West of prolonging Ukraine war as nuclear project sparks criticism
Prime minister pushes Kremlin‑aligned claims once again.
Ružomberok police pull off the coolest summer move while Košice welcomes a miracle
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.
German chancellor admits Slovak gas concerns over Russian sanctions are legitimate
Germany pledges to address Slovakia’s energy concerns at EU summit.
Ukraine under Russian attack: defending freedom, protecting children, securing Europe’s future
As our neighbour and partner, Slovakia plays a crucial role in our shared response to Russia’s aggression.
Fico becomes Europe’s nightmare
After weeks of blocking EU sanctions, Slovakia’s prime minister caves – but not before isolating Slovakia and deepening distrust in Brussels.
Foreign minister says Russia should be ‘forgiven’ like Nazi Germany
Opposition MP Beáta Jurík accuses Juraj Blanár of naïveté and hypocrisy.
Slovakia draws Kyiv’s ire over call to ‘forgive’ Russia
Despite diplomatic friction, Bratislava and Kyiv plan third joint government meeting later this year.
They built a lifeline for Ukrainian refugees. Now it is time to pass it on
Octavian Bivol on the end of UNICEF’s emergency mission in Slovakia, the future of refugee support, and what remains to be done.
Europe rearms - but can Slovakia be trusted?
While Slovak firms could thrive in a growing defence market, the government's mixed signals raise doubts among allies.
Ambulance hit by Russian drone goes on display in centre of Bratislava
Oksana is now a sobering exhibit outside Bratislava’s Old Market Hall.
Almost half of Slovaks believe Putin’s genocide lie
Disinformation takes root as 44 percent accept Russia’s genocide claim—more than in Hungary or Poland.
Slovakia clings to its gas transit dream, even as pipelines burn
Despite an explosion at a key Russian station, Bratislava presses ahead with plans to restore gas flows via Ukraine.
Trading McDonald’s for the front lines
A Slovak-Dutch soldier’s journey from fast-food shifts to Ukraine’s battlefields, driven by prophetic dreams and an unwavering sense of purpose.
A pro-Russian group says 450,000 want to end Russia sanctions
Brat za Brata delivered a petition to the president on Tuesday, but accusations of forgery cast doubt on its claims.
From first aid to firepower: the drones crowdfunded by Slovaks
Many of these drones carry more than just cameras - they are equipped with first-aid kits, grenades, and supplies to save wounded soldiers.
A Christmas sermon takes aim at leaders—and goes viral
Some accused the bishop of politicising the pulpit. Peter Mihoč defends his approach: “The church does not exist in a vacuum.”
After 60 years, the most important poet of Ukraine is being published in Slovakia
Taras Shevchenko now a symbol of the fight for freedom in Ukraine.
Ukraine joining NATO isn't a threat–it’s a shield, counters Ukrainian diplomat to Fico’s claim
The Victory Plan isn’t an alternative to the Peace Formula. It’s a strategy to fast-track its goals, aiming for a lasting peace, emphasises Ambassador Kastran.
PM Fico meets Vladimir Putin in Moscow
The Slovak premier seems to regard Ukraine’s president as an enemy and Putin as his friend.
Support for Ukrainian refugees slashed as Slovakia tightens belt
Legislation pushed through without consultation will save €2 million but condemned as immoral by opposition MPs.
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