War in Ukraine, page 15

People fleeing war in Ukraine at the border crossing in Vyšné Nemecké, eastern Slovakia.
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Fleeing Ukrainians to get temporary protection; the state will fight disinformation

Parliament adopted a package of laws in relation to the war in Ukraine.

People fleeing war in Ukraine at the border crossing in Vyšné Nemecké, eastern Slovakia.

Mainly women and children are entering Slovakia. This is what it looks like at the border

Government ministers visited the border with Ukraine in Vyšné Nemecké.

Ukrainian Ambassador Yurii Mushka in parliament on February 25,2022.

Slovak parliament stands with Ukraine

The parliament called on Russia to stop aggression and expressed solidarity with the victims. It deems the Russian Federation responsible for the loss of life.

Gas transmitter Eustream

Slovakia has enough oil and natural gas, for now

The first tanker with liquefied gas for Slovakia will arrive in March.

Bratislava Castle
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How Bratislava and its people show support for Ukraine (photos and video)

Several buildings in Bratislava are lit in Ukrainian colors, a special song for peace recorded in the streets of the capital.

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News digest: Ukrainian anthem sounds in Slovakia's parliament

Government adjusts laws and earmarks money in anticipation of the arrival of large numbers of refugees. Slovak writer returns state award to Russia. Take a look at the front pages of Slovak newspapers today.

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A destroyed border marker.

Hot-spots, school dorms and law changes. Slovakia prepares for refugees

Slovakia needs to change its asylum-related laws to be able to handle the numbers of refugees the war in Ukraine might drive across the border.

People sit in the Kyiv subway, using it as a bomb shelter in Kyiv.

Want to help Ukrainians? Here's how you can do it

The Slovak Spectator has put together information on how people can support Ukraine.

MiG-29

Slovakia's air defence relies on Russian technicians

Defence Ministry chose not to use alternative for its MiG jets.

Smer MPs: Dušan Muňko (left), Juraj Blanár (middle), Robert Fico (right)

Slovak politicians denounce the war in Ukraine, but some blame the US

While the ruling coalition is united in its statements, some opposition politicians call the war an “American-Russian affair”.

Mariupol, Ukraine

War in Ukraine. Is Slovakia safe? (Q&A)

How the war will affect Slovakia.

News digest: Slovakia stands with Ukraine

NATO troops could boost Slovakia's defences. We are ready to take in refugees, PM Heger said.

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PM Eduard Heger

Keep calm and do not trust disinformation, Slovak government tells people

PM Heger compared today to 1968 when Czechs and Slovaks were fleeing the Warsaw Pact invasion.

NATO to bolster its presence on the eastern flank, including Slovakia

Yes, Slovakia does feel a threat, says Slovak defence minister.

Flames seen from an area near the Dnieper River in Kyiv, Ukraine.

Heger: Putin will be held responsible for all the victims of this war

In the aftermath of the Russian attack on Ukraine, Slovakia will ask NATO allies for consultation under Article 4.

Vyšné Nemecké-Uzhhorod border crossing between Slovakia and Ukraine.

Slovakia prepares for potential refugees from Ukraine

There is no pressure on the eastern border for now, interior minister said.

Russian Embassy in Bratislava

Foreign Ministry hands protest note to Russian Embassy

The Foreign Affairs Ministry stated that Russia's actions are in direct contradiction with Russia's declaration of seeking for a constructive and diplomatic solution to the conflict.

How will the conflict in Ukraine impact people in Slovakia? (Q&A)

Petrol is expensive even now and could become more expensive.

PM Eduard Heger and President Zuzana Čaputová

Russian imperialism must be stopped, says PM Heger

No direct military threat to Slovakia now, but disinformation campaigns have intensified, state officials report.

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