Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Moscow is not against Ukraine’s integration into the EU but considers its accession to NATO unacceptable. Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico also voiced disagreement with the EU’s anti-Russian policy.
Mass protests erupted in Slovakia against the newly-formed government of Robert Fico. Around 60,000 demonstrators gathered in Bratislava’s main square, while another 15,000 joined rallies in the city of Košice. Fico accused “foreign forces” of orchestrating the unrest, claiming that the same organizers behind the “Maidans” in Georgia and Ukraine are attempting to destabilize Slovakia and threaten its sovereignty.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico warned that Bratislava might reconsider its support for Ukrainian citizens if Kyiv continues to block gas transit through Ukraine. The measures could affect both economic and humanitarian assistance.
Премьер-министр Словакии Роберт Фицо заявил, что Братислава может пересмотреть объем помощи украинским гражданам, если Киев продолжит блокировать транзит газа через украинскую территорию. Эти меры могут затронуть как экономическую, так и гуманитарную поддержку.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico emphasized the Soviet Union's decisive role in defeating fascism during an interview. His comments came in response to questions about World War II and the contributions of various nations to Europe's liberation.
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