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Slovaks vote in a referendum on lifelong payments for populist leader Fico

Slovaks are voting in a referendum to decide on canceling lifelong payments for populist Prime Minister Robert Fico and other leaders after their terms end

The Independent UK

Péter Magyar quotes Donald Tusk: 'The V4 is back'

At the Grassalkovich Palace in Gödöllő, the Hungarian prime minister opened the post‑Visegrád Four talks press conference with the Polish PM’s Brussels remark.

Euronews

Slovakia's government wins parliamentary confidence vote over debt exceeding constitutional limit

The Slovak government has won a parliamentary confidence vote after the country's debt exceeded constitutional fiscal limits

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Slovakia's government faces confidence vote as debt exceeds constitutional limit

The Slovak government faces a parliamentary confidence vote after the country's debt exceeded constitutional fiscal limits

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Slovakia’s government faces confidence vote as debt exceeds constitutional limit

The Slovak government faces a parliamentary confidence vote after the country's debt exceeded constitutional fiscal limits

The Independent UK

What Makes World Leaders Honour PM Modi Again and Again?

In a moment that has captured global attention, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Slovakia’s highest national honour, The Order of the White Double Cross (1st Class). While awards are often seen as ceremonial, this recognition carries a much deeper message. Why would a European nation bestow its highest civilian distinction…

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India, Slovakia upgrade ties to comprehensive partnership; ink 11 pacts

The two leaders also agreed to work towards the "earliest" implementation of the India-European Union free trade agreement that is expected to significantly shore up the bilateral economic engagement.

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'India-Slovakia ties elevated to Comprehensive Partnership': PM Modi

India and Slovakia have upgraded their relationship to a Comprehensive Partnership. Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Slovak counterpart Robert Fico. This marks a historic moment as it is the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia. The enhanced ties reflect shared beliefs and priorities between the two…

The Economic Times

PM Modi receives ceremonial welcome in Bratislava, meets with Slovakian PM Fico

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bratislava for a historic visit. He received a ceremonial welcome and a Guard of Honour. PM Modi held bilateral talks with Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico. The visit aims to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment, and strategic sectors. This marks a significant step in…

The Economic Times

PM Modi receives traditional Slovakian welcome; lauds rich cultural heritage

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Bratislava, Slovakia, for a three-day visit. He was welcomed with traditional bread and salt, and witnessed folk dance performances. Modi expressed gratitude to the Indian community for their warm reception. He is scheduled to hold talks with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico and meet…

The Economic Times

Ukrainian drone attack sparks huge fire at key Russian oil terminal

Authorities in the city of Novorossiysk reported that falling drone debris caused the blaze

The Independent UK

Fearful, diminished and isolated: what this year’s Victory Day parade in Moscow tells us about Russia’s war against Ukraine

The military parade through Moscow’s Red Square on May 9, “Victory Day”, is the pinnacle of Russia’s annual celebrations marking the end of the second world war. Televised live and watched by millions, including invited foreign dignitaries, the Victory Day parade is all about showcasing Russia’s status and pride.

The Conversation

Fewer tanks, same tensions: Europe bristles at Putin’s Victory Day parade

As Russia puts on a show with no tanks, paring back a parade that has propped-up Moscow's propaganda efforts for decades, it now represents an existential threat for the nation – and returns as the European Union's (EU) yearly conundrum.

Euronews

Robert Fico will back Ukraine's EU membership after call, Zelenskyy says

Zelenskyy said they had invited each other to meet. Slovakia's prime minister has backed Viktor Orbán's isolated line on Ukraine, though less fervently than the outgoing Hungarian leader.

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The Independent UK

Slovak Supreme Court upholds 21-year sentence for man who tried to assassinate prime minister Fico

Slovakia’s Supreme Court has upheld a lower court ruling that convicted a man in the attempted assassination of the country's leader nearly two years ago

Euronews

Slovakia to vote in July referendum on scrapping lifelong payments for politicians

Slovak prime ministers and parliament speakers who served at least two terms in office receive a lifelong payment, a monthly sum that equals the salaries of lawmakers in Parliament.

The Times of India

My Take 5 (Edition 66): The week that was in international affairs

Welcome back to another edition of My Take 5. This week we are covering the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, historic elections in Hungary, polls in Bulgaria, Ukraine’s robot army, and the Baltic states’ principled stance against Russian aggression. So let’s get to it.

Euronews

Orbán's defeat and US shift raise hopes to unblock EU sanctions on Russia

After Viktor Orbán's defeat at the polls and Washington's decision to phase out waivers for Russian oil, hopes are rising in Brussels that a package of sanctions against Moscow will finally be unlocked.

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Crowds in Bratislava reject Fico plan to scrap overseas voting

Thousands rallied in Bratislava and other cities on Tuesday, 14 April 2026, to oppose Prime Minister Robert Fico’s plan to scrap mail voting for Slovaks abroad, warning it could undermine democratic participation.

Euronews

Life after Orbán: How his crushing defeat is set to transform EU power dynamics

The Hungarian election has brought the Viktor Orbán era to an abrupt end. His defeat is set to transform the power dynamics at the EU table.

The Independent UK

Slovaks rally against populist Prime Minister Fico's plan to scrap mail voting from abroad

Protesters in Slovakia's capital and elsewhere in the country have denounced a plan by populist Prime Minister Robert Fico to scrap mail voting for Slovaks living abroad

Euronews

Serbia's Aleksandar Vučić clashes with Péter Magyar over Putin 'godfather' remark

Aleksandar Vučić snapped at Magyar, calling his comments about Putin playing Godfather to autocrats "foolish" and "stupid". The Hungarian Prime Minister-elect claimed the Russian leader pulls the strings in Serbia too.

Euronews

Can Péter Magyar break Hungary’s reliance on Russian oil?

Péter Magyar, the expected future Hungarian prime minister, won the general election in a landslide, unseating outgoing Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power and raising questions about whether Budapest will move away from Russian energy.

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Slovakia PM calls on EU to lift sanctions on Russian oil and gas

Robert Fico said ending sanctions on Russian energy imports would help tackle the energy crisis stemming from the war in Iran. What we know on day 1,502

The Guardian - UK

Five EU governments found to ‘consistently’ dismantle rule of law

Exclusive: Bulgaria, Croatia, Hungary, Italy and Slovakia actively pursue regressive policies, watchdog finds

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