Slovakia at 'critical crossroads' as months of protest threaten pro-Moscow Fico The protest movement aims to reaffirm the EU's importance for Slovakia as the country's government tilts towards Russia. Euronews · Mar 21, 2025
Slovakia Protests Against Prime Minister's Pro-Russia Policies Seventh anniversary rallies in Slovakia honor slain journalist Ján Kuciak, spark protests against PM Fico's pro-Russia stance. Top News · Feb 22, 2025
Slovakia’s polarised politics: Robert Fico warned a politician could be violently attacked weeks before assassination attempt Slovak society is in shock after a 71-year-old man fired five shots at the prime minister, Robert Fico, while he was greeting a small crowd after a meeting. The Conversation · May 17, 2024
Fico shooting could trigger media crackdown in Slovakia, editors fear Journalists voice concern after senior figures from ruling coalition blame independent outlets and opposition parties for incident The Guardian - UK · May 16, 2024
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. The Conversation · May 16, 2024
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 · May 16, 2024
Political Drama 'Our People' Wins Best Project At Series Mania 'Our People' wins best project award at Series Mania Forum for its gripping portrayal of journalist murders in Slovakia, shedding light on global issues. Top News · Mar 20, 2024
Slovakia's 'Our People' Miniseries Sheds Light On Journalist Murders 'Our People' miniseries delves into corruption and mafia ties in Slovakia, inspired by journalist Ján Kuciak's murder. Top News · Feb 23, 2024
Growing fears for Slovakian press freedom amid government crackdown Populist leader Robert Fico increasingly portraying journalists as enemies as part of political strategy, say experts The Guardian - UK · Jan 4, 2024
Slovakian prime minister sparks alarm with threat to restrict media Robert Fico describes leading broadcasters and newspapers as hostile and says they are ‘unwelcome guests at government office’ The Guardian - UK · Nov 15, 2023
‘A huge storm’: polarised Slovakia on a knife edge ahead of elections Populist frontrunner’s ‘toxic’ campaign has exposed deep divisions and a victory could move country closer to Russia The Guardian - UK · Sep 27, 2023
At a stroke, Slovakia could soon become Russia’s newest ally Robert Fico, the former PM who showers praise on Moscow and models himself on Viktor Orbán, is leading the polls for the coming elections, says documentary-maker John Kampfner The Guardian - UK · Sep 5, 2023