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Robert Fico: why the attempted assassination of Slovakian prime minister could fuel the information war between Russia and Europe

The assassination attempt on Slovakian prime minister Robert Fico on May 15 has sent a shockwave through Europe. Unfortunately political assassinations are not unheard of in this part of the world – indeed, Slovakia itself continues to reverberate from the 2018 assassination of investigative journalist Jan Kuciak, an act which…

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Slovakian PM Fico ‘not out of the woods yet’ as suspect charged with attempted murder over shooting

Officials warned Robert Fico was not ‘out of the woods’ yet with doctors racing to stabilise his condition

The Independent UK

Whether Robert Fico survives and resumes office or not, Slovakia stands on the brink

The shock of an assassination attempt could heal deep divisions Fico exploited, but the omens are not promising, says author and broadcaster John Kampfner

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Slovakian PM shooting: How the attempted assassination of Robert Fico unfolded

After the suspect fired five shots at Slovakian prime minister Robert Fico, plainclothes officers quickly tackled the shooter to the ground

The Independent UK

Who is Robert Fico? Slovakia’s controversial prime minister in stable but serious condition after assassination attempt

Slovakian prime minister Robert Fico remains in a serious condition after an assassination attempt on May 15. He was shot multiple times at close range after coming out of a meeting at a cultural centre in the town of Handlová. A man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder.

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Slovak authorities charge 'lone wolf' with assassination attempt on the prime minister

Slovak authorities charged a man Thursday with attempting to assassinate the populist Prime Minister Robert Fico, saying the suspect acted alone in a politically motivated attack.

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Slovakia PM Robert Fico in ‘very serious’ condition after being shot

Interior minister says suspect charged with attempted murder is ‘lone wolf’ who had joined anti-government protests.

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Watch: Outside Slovakian hospital as Robert Fico treated after shooting

Watch outside a hospital where Slovakian prime minister Robert Fico was being treated on Thursday, 16 May, after he was shot in the stomach in an assassination attempt yesterday.

The Independent UK

Slovakia’s PM Robert Fico shot, stable after surgery: What we know so far

The Slovak prime minister was shot multiple times on Wednesday in an assassination attempt.

Al Jazeera

Slovakian Prime Minister Stable After Assassination Attempt

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is in stable condition after an assassination attempt. The nation is shocked, and investigations are ongoing.

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Slovak Minister: Political Motivation In PM Assassination Attempt

Slovak interior minister reveals potential political motivation behind recent assassination attempt on prime minister in Banska Bystrica, raising concerns ...

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Slovakia PM Robert Fico out of ‘life-threatening situation’ after being shot

Suspect in custody after shooting attack on populist prime minister as deputy prime minister says Fico ‘will survive’ assassination attempt

The Guardian - UK

Morning Mail: Slovakian PM ‘critical’ after shooting, David Copperfield accused of sexual misconduct, council overturns book ban

Populist leader Robert Fico ‘fighting for life’ following assassination attempt; magician faces allegations by 16 women spanning several decades

The Guardian - AU

What We Know About Slovak PM Assassination Attempt

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico suffered life-threatening injuries when he was shot multiple times on Wednesday.

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India, gangs … or both? Who is behind assassinations of Canadian Sikhs?

Arrests in killing of Canadian Sikh activist offer glimpse of the nexus of underworld crime and alleged Indian hit squads

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Ukrainian President Zelensky Dismisses Head Of Security Agency

Ukrainian President Zelensky takes action after alleged assassination plot, dismissing top bodyguard and detaining officers involved in Russian-backed scheme.

The Guardian - AU

India says Canada has offered no evidence it was involved in death of Sikh separatist

Comments come after three Indian nationals were charged for their alleged role in assassination of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar

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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy fires head of state guard over assassination plot

Ukrainian state security said earlier this week that they unearthed an assassination plot including two state guards.

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First Thing: Israel launches Rafah offensive as UN warns of ‘a human catastrophe’

The US paused shipment of 3,500 bombs over fears they would fuel killing in Rafah, it has emerged. Plus, Ukraine says it foiled Zelenskiy assassination plot

France 24

Ukraine foils Russian assassination plot targeting Zelensky

Ukraine on Tuesday announced that it had detained two Ukrainian security officials involved in a plot coordinated by Russia to assassinate senior Ukrainian officials, including President Volodymyr Zelensky.

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Ukraine Foils Russian Plot To Assassinate Zelenskiy

Ukraine's Security Service foils Russian plot to assassinate President Zelenskiy, highlighting ongoing tensions and security challenges in the region.

France 24

Haiti crisis: International intervention 'not the solution', expert says

It's estimated that more than 53,000 people have fled extreme violence in the Haitian capital Port-au-Prince, which equates to 80 percent of the city's population. Haiti has been without a president since the assassination of Jovenel Moïse in 2021. The country has been ravaged for decades by poverty and natural…

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U.S. Intel: Putin Unlikely Ordered Navalny Assassination

U.S. intelligence suggests Putin not directly involved in Navalny's poisoning. Tensions persist between Russia and the U.S. over human rights issues.

International Business Times

US Intelligence Suggests Putin Didn't Order Navalny's Assassination: Report

Navalny's allies have accused Putin of orchestrating his murder and have pledged to furnish evidence supporting their claim.

Salon

Trump lawyer backs immunity for killings

Arguing before the Supreme Court, lawyer John Sauer said assassinations could qualify as "an official act"

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