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Watch as Slovakia prime minister attack suspect appears in court

Watch as the suspect in the attack on Slovakia’s prime minister is set to appear in Special Court on Saturday 18 May.

The Independent UK

Political violence could benefit far right parties in the EU elections – if we let it

The attempted assassination of a leader sympathetic to Putin has Europe on edge. But exaggerating the fascist threat is also dangerous

The Guardian - UK

Slovakia Reels From PM's Shooting As Suspect Goes To Court

The suspect charged with the attempted murder of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is expected on Saturday before a penal court that will decide whether to hold him in pre-trial detention.

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Slovak Prime Minister Fico In Serious Condition After Shooting

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico shot multiple times, remains in serious condition. Shockwaves through the country as investigation continues.

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Slovakia Divided Over Pro-Russia Leader's Policies

Slovakia grapples with political divisions post-assassination attempt on PM Fico, urging reconciliation and unity amidst societal unrest.

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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

‘The genie is out of the bottle’: Robert Fico shooting highlights far wider crisis in Slovakia

Attack on prime minister lifts lid on divided politics of ‘one of the most polarised countries in Europe’

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Slovakia’s poisonous politics and the path to Robert Fico’s shooting

Members of the ruling coalition say the attempt to kill the prime minister was an act of political war. Tom Watling looks at the political tension behind this week’s dramatic shooting

The Independent UK

Attempted assassination of Slovak prime minister follows country’s slide into political polarization

The assassination attempt against Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico has been widely condemned by world leaders as an attack on democracy.

The Conversation

Vaccines minister talks of ‘overwhelming’ death threats days after Slovakian PM assassination attempt

Shooting was the first major attempt on a European political leader in two decades

The Independent UK

Slovak PM Has New Surgery, Condition 'Still Very Serious'

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's condition was on Friday "still very serious" two days after an attempted assassination, his deputy and close ally said, as police raided the suspect's home.

International Business Times

Robert Fico’s allies warn of political war – they will use it to justify the dismantling of our democracy

In Slovakia, we know what ‘restoring order’ means. After the PM’s shooting, it will be an excuse to suppress any opposition, says writer Monika Kompaníková

The Guardian - UK

Assassination attempt opens Slovakia’s wounds, some linked to PM Fico

A top minister warns the country is ‘on the edge of a civil war’ as political polarisation reaches dangerous heights.

Al Jazeera

Slovak PM Fico Critical After Shooting, Hungary PM Reacts

Slovak Prime Minister Fico shot at public event, in critical condition. European leaders condemn attack, nation awaits updates on his health.

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Slovak Prime Minister Survives Assassination Attempt

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico survives assassination attempt in Handlova, raising concerns about political tensions and future direction of the country.

The Independent UK

Suspect in shooting of Slovak prime minister is escorted to his home as police search for evidence

A man charged with attempting to assassinate Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has been escorted by police to his home

The Independent UK

A look at assassinations and assassination attempts this century

Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico was seriously wounded in an apparent assassination attempt just weeks before a Europe-wide election that has been deeply divisive

The Guardian - UK

Friday briefing: What’s behind the increase in violent attacks on Europe’s politicians?

In today’s newsletter: The shooting of the Slovak prime minister, Robert Fico, was the first attempt on the life of a European head of state since 2003 – and reflects a growing polarisation across the continent

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Putin Thanks Xi For Ukraine Peace Proposals, Fico Survives Assassination Attempt

Putin thanks Xi for Ukraine advice; Slovakia charges in Fico assassination attempt reveal political tensions.

The Independent UK

Marjorie Taylor Greene pushes wild conspiracy theory about Slovakia PM’s shooting: ‘No wonder they shot him’

The Slovakia Prime Minister remains in stable but serious condition after attack by ‘lone wolf’ in European country

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Rising Political Violence Threatens European Union Elections

Assassination attempt on Slovak PM Fico underscores Europe's political tensions and safety concerns before EU elections.

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Global Political Assassinations And Attempts In 21St Century

Explore a list of notable political assassinations and attempts on world leaders during the 21st century, highlighting the need for enhanced security measures.

France 24

Europe in shock: What next after shooting of Slovak leader Fico?

A black swan moment. The assassination attempt of populist Slovak leader Robert Fico has shocked both Slovaks and Europeans. But in hindsight it is easy to point to security lapses and a climate of verbal violence in a country that finds itself increasingly polarised. Our guests take a look.

The Guardian - UK

‘He was not radical’: Slovakia tries to make sense of Fico shooting

Friends in town of Levice say 71-year-old showed no signs of planning attack, while Slovakian president says climate of hate is collective work

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on the shooting of Slovakian PM Robert Fico: an attack on democracy

Editorial: The assassination attempt has shocked the country, but reflects deep divisions there and across Europe

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