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By delaying a decision on using Russia’s frozen assets for Ukraine, Europe is quietly hedging its bets

As Russia continues its grinding offensive and Ukraine braces for another winter of war, the European Union remains paralysed over a seemingly straightforward decision: whether to use 140 billion euros (A$250 billion) in frozen Russian assets to support Kyiv.

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Poland and Hungary among those ready to challenge EU over 'unacceptable' migration rules

Poland, Hungary, Slovakia and Czech Republic will challenge EU over migration quotas. Hardliners say they will not take in more migrants nor pay compensation for refusal. A compromise is out of reach at this stage.

Euronews

Italy's Fico under fire for mooring his boat at a military facility near Naples

The former Italian Chamber speaker is under scrutiny for mooring his motor yacht at an air force academy club usually off-limits to civilians, a controversy which could dent his chances in the upcoming regional elections.

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Thirteen remain in hospital after Slovak train collision, health minister says

Prime Minister Robert Fico has rejected the transport minister's resignation after a second similar incident in less than a month.

Euronews

Resilience of Europe’s populist right carries warning for US Democrats

As Democrats bask in electoral success the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland and Hungary offer a cautionary tale

The Guardian - US

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kremlin hits out at long-running reports of rift between Putin and Lavrov

Top diplomat insists peace cannot be achieved without ‘taking Russian interests into account’

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump warns Putin ‘we have a nuclear submarine off your shore’ after cruise missile test

Trump said that Russia’s recent test of a nuclear cruise missile was ‘inappropriate’ and urged him to ‘get the war ended’

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Slovakia's Robert Fico in talks with Viktor Orbán about his Smer party joining Patriots for Europe

Viktor Orbán's political advisor, Balázs Orbán, told Euronews that the two Prime Ministers are discussing his Smer party joining the Patriots for Europe. If Fico joins, the Patriots could add two new prime ministers, including the Czech Republic Andrej Babiš.

Euronews

Ukraine loan, climate goals and Chinese curbs set to dominate EU summit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will attend the EU summit and plead for fresh support after his disappointing visit to the White House.

Euronews

Would-be assassin given 21-year sentence for shooting Slovak PM Robert Fico

Juraj Cintula, 72, was found guilty of terrorism by a court on Tuesday over the attack he carried out on 15 May 2024.

Euronews

Slovakia court sentences the suspect in attempted assassination of prime minister to 21 years

A court in Slovakia has convicted a man of a terror attack and sentenced him to 21 years in prison over last year’s attempted assassination of Slovakia’s populist Prime Minister Robert Fico

The Independent UK

EU pushes Slovak PM Fico to lift veto on new Russia sanctions package

The latest conclusions from the upcoming EU summit add more detailed references to energy prices and the automotive sector, the two issues that Slovak PM Robert Fico had raised as condition for lifting his veto.

Euronews

European Socialists expel Slovakian PM's party for values breach

The move was widely expected as Smer was suspended in October 2023 after its leader Robert Fico formed a coalition government with anti-Ukrainian and eurosceptic overtones.

Euronews

Slovakia's Fico vetoes EU sanctions against Russia again and asks for new concessions

Slovakia and Austria have emerged as the remaining obstacles blocking a deal on a new round of EU sanctions against Russia.

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Slovak leader announces a deal with US on a new nuclear reactor

Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico says his government has approved an agreement with the United States to build a new nuclear reactor

Euronews

Czech elections: Babiš will pave his own way in the EU, observers say

According to European political observers, if Babiš is confirmed as the next Czech PM, Brussels could be in for a stronger central European alliance with Orbán and Fico. However, they believe the billionaire-turned-politician will remain pragmatic when it comes to the EU and supporting Ukraine.

The Guardian - UK

East or west? Czechs split over where possible return of ‘Trumpist’ could lead

Former populist PM Andrej Babiš is eyeing a triumphant comeback days before the country goes to the polls

The Guardian - UK

Slovakia marks ‘dark day’ as LGBTQ+ rights rolled back in parliament

Amendment to constitution stipulates that male and female are the only recognised sexes and makes adoption nearly impossible for same-sex couples

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Orban and Fico lambast EU at 130th anniversary of Maria Valeria bridge

Hungary and Slovakia remain among the only countries in Europe to continue purchasing Russian oil and natural gas following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.

Euronews

Slovakia's parliament changes constitution to recognise only two sexes and restrict adoption

The new amendment also makes it almost impossible for anyone other than married couples to adopt children.

The Independent UK

Slovakia passes constitutional amendment to recognize only 2 sexes, sparking human rights concerns

Slovakia's parliament has passed a constitutional amendment recognizing only two sexes, male and female

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: ‘Wasn’t a mistake’ – Poland’s reply after Trump speculates on drones

Experts call for integrated European defence against airborne threats; Nato allies on continent send more jets to protect Polish skies. What we know on day 1,297

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy vows to keep up retaliation to Russia’s attacks on energy facilities

President meets Slovakian PM in the wake of Kyiv’s attack on Russia’s oil pipeline; Putin warns any western troops in Ukraine would be ‘legitimate targets’. What we know on day 1,291

The Guardian - UK

Putin says western troops in Ukraine would be ‘legitimate targets’ as European countries pledge security support – as it happened

Macron says 26 nations have offered security guarantees for Ukraine as Zelenskyy meets Slovakia’s Fico amid tension over Russian energy supplies

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump issues threat to Putin if US unhappy with his decision on peace

‘He knows where I stand,’ says US president after Russian leader proposes meeting with Mr Zelensky in Moscow

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