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The Latest Breaking News from Slovakia

EU imposes new sanctions on Russia's oil and banks after Robert Fico lifts his veto

The breakthrough on Friday was made only possible after Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico agreed to lift his veto.

Euronews

Slovakia demands exemption to drop veto on EU Russia sanctions

Prime Minister Robert Fico says the reassurances provided by Ursula von der Leyen are "insufficient" to satisfy Slovakia's concerns and lift his veto.

Euronews

Lucky dips: a rail tour of Slovakia’s best spa towns

Slovakia is gaining an international reputation as a hot spring haven, offering affordable and high-quality spa treatments in breathtaking buildings

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Slovakia aims to reach deal with EU on ending Russian gas supplies by Tuesday, Fico says

Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico told reporters in Bratislava he wants to resolve the issue involving the proposed phase-out of all Russian fossil fuels by Tuesday, adding that he spoke to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz about the matter.

Euronews

Slovakia festival hosting Kanye West cancelled after thousands sign petition condemning Heil Hitler rapper

Rubicon hip-hop gathering in Bratislava, due to be held on 20 July, says several performers and partners withdrew

The Guardian - AU

Slovakia maintains veto on new package of EU sanctions against Russia

The bilateral talks between Brussels and Bratislava have so far failed to produce the breakthrough needed to lift Robert Fico's veto.

Euronews

Suspect in shooting of Slovakia's Prime Minister Fico stands trial on terror charges

Juraj Cintula, 72, could face life behind bars if he is convicted over the attack on Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico last year.

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Suspect in shooting of Slovakia’s PM appears in court on terror charges

The 72-year-old is accused of opening fire on Prime Minister Robert Fico on May 15, 2024

The Independent UK

Volvo Will Build Polestar 7 In Slovakia To Dodge China Tariffs

Volvo will build the Polestar 7 in Slovakia and it will share plenty of technology with the EX60.

InsideEVs

From Amazing To Downright Scary, These 50 Design And Architecture Decisions Are Far From Boring

Socialist Modernism is an online initiative created by the Bureau for Art and Urban Research (BACU) to protect the monumental but decaying structures of central and eastern Europe erected between 1955-91.

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‘A new wave’: England Under-21 triumph could hand Tuchel a talent goldmine

Harvey Elliott and Elliot Anderson stood out in Slovakia but must kick on at club level to get into the senior squad

The Guardian - UK

Putin confirms he wants all of Ukraine, as Europe steps up military aid

Trump made no pledge of assistance to Ukraine at NATO summit, but said he’d ‘try’ and sell Patriot interceptors.

Al Jazeera

Why did Robert Fico veto the new EU sanctions on Russia? Money is key

Robert Fico's decision to veto the new package of EU sanctions against Russia has a lot to do with financial compensation. Here's why.

Euronews

Severe weather warnings issued for southern Europe ahead of Bezos wedding in Venice – as it happened

Temperatures expected to reach over 40C at the weekend as Amazon founder Jeff Bezos prepares to marry Lauren Sánchez in Venice

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Ukraine war briefing: Soldiers captured by Russia in Mariupol among those released in prisoner swap

EU extends Russia sanctions but new package blocked by Slovakia. What we know on day 1,220

Al Jazeera

NATO commits to major defence spending hike sought by Trump

The bloc agrees to boost spending to 5% of GDP, but Spain, Belgium and Slovakia say they will struggle to meet target.

The Independent UK

England U21 v Netherlands live: Result and reaction as late Elliott goal sends Young Lion into Euros final

England 2-1 Netherlands: Harvey Elliott scored twice, including late on, to send Lee Carsley’s side into their second consecutive Euro U21s final

Euronews

New package of Russia sanctions runs into trouble ahead of high-stakes EU summit

A downward revision of the price cap on Russian oil is considered essentially dead after a disappointing G7 summit and the Israel-Iran conflict.

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The Guardian - UK

Petition launched to stop Kanye West appearing at Slovakian festival

The rapper is booked to headline the Rubicon festival in Bratislava, which protesters have called ‘a debasement of all victims of the Nazi regime’

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93 International Borders Around The World

History (and sometimes, unfortunately, current events) shows us just how easily national borders can change, but we still like to think that they are permanent fixtures. These photos of different national borders around the world show you how both friendly and hostile nations like to fence off their turf.

Euronews

Hungary and Slovakia set to block EU's fresh Russia sanction package

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said the move was in retaliation for the Commission's RePowerEU plan, which aims to completely cut Russian energy imports.

Evening Standard

England U21 vs Spain LIVE: Euro 2025 result, match stream and latest updates after Slovakia thriller

A rematch of 2023 final in Slovakia as Young Lions hope to bounce back from Germany defeat

LiveScience

Medieval gold ring found in castle in Slovakia has rare purple sapphire imported from Sri Lanka

An analysis of a 700-year-old ring reveals a unique reddish-purple sapphire set in 18-karat gold with a lion decoration.

Evening Standard

How to watch Man City vs Al Ain for FREE: TV channel and live stream for Club World Cup

Pep Guardiola’s side eyeing two wins from two

International Business Times

EU's REPowerEU Plan Aims to Eliminate Russian Gas and Oil Imports by 2028

Despite opposition from some member states, including Hungary and Slovakia, the European Commission intends to adopt the regulation via qualified majority voting, bypassing the need for unanimous approval.

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