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🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Andrej Danko / Fico is considering a government reconstruction. You lament that you can't solve it. So why are you Prime Minister? - said the SNS leader

Andrej Danko criticizes Prime Minister Robert Fico's leadership and discusses the potential for a government reconstruction in Slovakia amidst ongoing coalition tensions.

Mar 22 • 12:53 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Fico backs Orban, considers joining Hungary in blocking 90 billion EU loan for Ukraine

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is considering joining Hungary in blocking a proposed 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine, while supporting Prime Minister Viktor Orban's position against it.

Mar 21 • 19:07 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Slovak PM says Bratislava may also block EU loan for Ukraine: 'Orbán is right'

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico indicated that Slovakia might follow Hungary's lead in blocking the EU's €90 billion loan to Ukraine, echoing support for Viktor Orbán's position.

Mar 21 • 16:06 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Prime Minister Fico / Smer voters know who to choose between Majerský and Mazurek. Ráž has not yet decided

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is currently not considering changes in his government but has not ruled them out for the future, awaiting the outcome of an appellate court ruling regarding the Governor of the National Bank of Slovakia, Peter Kažimír.

Mar 21 • 13:38 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The Era of Deception: How Fico Admitted He Will Not Fulfill His Promises

The article discusses how Robert Fico acknowledged that he will not keep his promises to citizens, as presented in a recent episode of the video series by Denník N.

Mar 21 • 07:13 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Commentators of Denník N: Fico is preparing the ground to say with every theft - it's not important, let's talk about peace

Commentators from Denník N discuss Robert Fico's recent remarks about rising fuel prices and his criticisms of the opposition.

Mar 21 • 07:10 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Newsfilter: Explaining to Robert Fico Why Our Article About a Mysterious Company and Its Castles Caught His Attention

The article discusses Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's reaction to a news story about a businessman acquiring and renovating castles in Zvolen, questioning his motivations for addressing this topic.

Mar 20 • 18:26 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Robert Fico talks about interference in elections. We should take him seriously; he does not have unrealistic goals

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is contemplating significant changes to electoral laws, which may threaten the democratic structure of Slovakia.

Mar 20 • 14:43 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Corruption news filter: Fico tries to convince students that wealth beyond his income is acceptable

Robert Fico attempts to rationalize his luxurious lifestyle to students, claiming it is appropriate given his role as a public figure.

Mar 20 • 05:50 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Slovakia’s Fico warns of 'further measures' over Druzhba pipeline dispute with Ukraine

Slovak PM Robert Fico has warned of potential 'further measures' against Ukraine due to a halt in Russian oil supplies via the Druzhba pipeline, claiming a state of emergency in Slovakia's oil sector.

Mar 19 • 22:50 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Fico confirmed: Loan for Ukraine remains blocked

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has stated that the EU loan for Ukraine will remain blocked due to the veto from Slovakia and Hungary, despite a majority of EU leaders supporting the loan at a summit in Brussels.

Mar 19 • 18:35 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Newsfilter: Fico Enjoys a Blackmailing Position

The article discusses the obstruction of a €90 billion lending package to Ukraine and sanctions against Russia by Slovakia and Hungary during a Brussels summit, reflecting on the political maneuvers of Prime Ministers Robert Fico and Viktor Orbán.

Mar 19 • 18:28 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Hungary is intervening in the campaign, Fico accused Zelensky. He is being guided by the Kremlin, criticizes the opposition

The article discusses accusations made by Slovak politician Robert Fico against Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, alleging Kremlin influence in Hungary's election campaign.

Mar 19 • 17:53 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Slovak PM threatens 'further measures' against Ukraine over Druzhba oil pipeline

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has warned of potential retaliation against Ukraine following Ukraine's decision to halt Russian oil supplies via the Druzhba pipeline.

Mar 19 • 17:12 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

European Council adopts conclusions on Ukraine without Orbán and Fico's signatures

The European Council has adopted conclusions on Ukraine, excluding signatures from Hungary's Viktor Orbán and Slovakia's Robert Fico.

Mar 19 • 15:27 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

EU Summit / Fico did not support the conclusions on Ukraine. Leaders accused Orbán of betrayal regarding the loan to Kyiv

During a recent EU summit in Brussels, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico did not support conclusions regarding Ukraine, and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is blocking a significant aid package.

Mar 19 • 13:43 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

You wrote to Kočner, now advising Fico. An influential lawyer has stood before the court

An influential lawyer who previously corresponded with businessman Marian Kočner is now advising Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico and has faced court proceedings.

Mar 19 • 11:20 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Economic News Filter: Companies are Complaining and Fico is Apparently Having a Great Time

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico defends his government’s controversial decision to cancel two holidays while maintaining high wage premiums for those who work on those days, leading to confusion and outrage among employers.

Mar 19 • 05:33 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Newsfilter: The Opposition Has No Reason to Wait for Fico

Robert Fico has rejected claims from KDH that there are plans to raise the entry threshold for parliament, instead affirming his long-time goal of changing the electoral system to favor larger parties.

Mar 18 • 19:41 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Slovakia will immediately limit diesel sales, foreigners will pay extra for it

Slovakia has enacted a 30-day restriction on diesel sales, banning exports and imposing higher prices for foreign vehicle owners.

Mar 18 • 16:36 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Fico denies he wants to raise the electoral threshold. PS told him they would defend themselves with a great coalition

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico denies claims of plans to increase the electoral threshold from 5% to as much as 10%, refuting accusations from the opposition.

Mar 18 • 15:49 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Before the EU summit / Fico will not support the conclusions regarding Ukraine. He is bothered that there will be no mention of the Druzhba pipeline.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has expressed his intention not to support the EU summit conclusions regarding Ukraine, criticizing the exclusion of the Druzhba pipeline from the agenda.

Mar 18 • 10:24 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Slovak Prime Minister Fico stated that he will not support EU summit conclusions on Ukraine

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has announced that he will not endorse the conclusions of the recent EU summit regarding Ukraine.

Mar 18 • 10:13 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Economic News Filter: Not Only Prices in Stores are Rising, but also the Salaries of Fico's Ministers

In Slovakia, the debate around lowering taxes continues amid rising prices and ministerial salaries.

Mar 18 • 05:38 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Fico's coalition repeals the amendment to the whistleblower law. The Constitutional Court and the European Commission were against it.

The coalition led by Slovakia's Robert Fico has repealed an amendment aimed at protecting whistleblowers, facing opposition from both the Constitutional Court and the European Commission.

Mar 17 • 19:59 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Newsfilter: The prosecutor cried at the wrong grave and Fico is starting to be laughed at due to the police around Čurilla

The article discusses the ongoing legal troubles and public relations challenges faced by Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico and Interior Minister Matúš Šutaj Eštok regarding former investigators from the police unit NAKA.

Mar 17 • 18:35 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The Coalition Buries the Legislative Corpse of the Law on the Abolition of the Whistleblower Office through an Attachment to Graves

The Slovak parliament, led by Prime Minister Robert Fico, is set to abolish a previously proposed law aimed at eliminating the Whistleblower Protection Office, using a legislative strategy that ties it to unrelated amendments regarding war graves.

Mar 17 • 15:18 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Government's Solution to Fuel Crisis / Fico Considers Raising Diesel Prices for Foreign Customers, Slovnaft Wants to Stop Fuel Tourism

The Slovak government is considering raising diesel prices for foreign customers to combat fuel tourism, according to Prime Minister Robert Fico.

Mar 17 • 12:55 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Ján Čurilla: Words from the Prime Minister's Press Conference Transformed into a Resolution on Our Indictment

Former investigator Ján Čurilla, under house arrest for over two years, claims that his recent indictment was influenced by comments made during a press conference by Prime Minister Robert Fico.

Mar 17 • 07:03 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

X factor / What is the real opposition mess

The article discusses the political dynamics in Slovakia, highlighting the effectiveness of Robert Fico's communication amidst a weak government.

Mar 17 • 05:28 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Fico among young members of Smer / Predicted that Smer will win the elections, warned about social networks and mocked KDH. Will travel to Moscow again

Robert Fico announced plans for upcoming travel to Moscow and France, while predicting a win for his party, Smer, in the next elections, amid concerns about social media's influence.

Mar 16 • 18:50 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Crucial Test: Can Slovakia Become the 'New Hungary'?

The article discusses Slovakia's increasing alignment with Hungary in opposition to Brussels, sanctions against Russia, and domestic political changes under Prime Minister Robert Fico.

Mar 16 • 18:02 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Slovak PM to EU Council president on Druzhba pipeline: EU cannot prioritise Ukraine over Slovakia

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico asserts that the European Union must not prioritize Ukraine's interests over those of Slovakia and Hungary during discussions about the Druzhba oil pipeline.

Mar 16 • 17:44 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Newsfilter: There Are Still Enough Judges Not Afraid of Fico

A Slovak court rejected the detention of prosecutors investigating organized crime, signaling resilience against political pressure.

Mar 16 • 17:15 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

More free time, healthier budget or new apartments. What all Fico promised and now says he doesn't care about

Robert Fico, a Slovak politician, has recently stated that only three issues matter to him ahead of the elections, dismissing broader governmental responsibilities.

Mar 16 • 16:49 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Fico will again travel to Moscow

Slovak politician Robert Fico is set to visit Moscow again, indicating ongoing ties with Russia amid geopolitical tensions.

Mar 16 • 14:12 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Zelensky seeking to ‘punish’ Slovakia for peace aspirations – Fico

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico accused Ukraine's Zelensky of intending to punish Slovakia for its peaceful stance regarding the Druzhba pipeline's oil flow, which Ukraine halted, potentially as leverage.

Mar 16 • 07:53 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Weekly Selection by Jozef Majchrák / In Brussels, they already know that they need not fear theatrical fighters

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico asserts readiness to block an EU loan for Ukraine, but is unlikely to match Viktor Orbán's influence without allies.

Mar 16 • 05:15 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Weekly News Filter: The Younger Fico Would Never Have Said This About Social Workers

Andrej Danko criticizes Robert Fico's handling of social policy and governance, indicating that Fico's approach aligns with oligarchic interests rather than the welfare of citizens.

Mar 15 • 16:39 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Excision in the Coalition / Danko Criticizes Fico for Undermining SNS. He Also Wants to Unite with Him to Create a "Big Fidesz"

Andrej Danko criticizes Prime Minister Robert Fico over the dismantling of the Office for the Protection of Whistleblowers, while expressing a desire to ally with him to form a more unified political bloc.

Mar 15 • 13:26 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Newsfilter: Fico Tried a New Ineptitude with Oil

The article discusses the responses from opposition parties in Slovakia regarding Robert Fico's government actions, drawing parallels to international conflicts and the implications of political ideologies.

Mar 13 • 18:13 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The Government Coalition Buries the Legislative Morana

The Slovak government coalition plans to repeal a law protecting crime victims and whistleblowers, reflecting a shift in political priorities.

Mar 13 • 16:43 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Slovak PM asks Zelenskyy in letter to resume Druzhba oil transit

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to restart oil supplies via the Druzhba pipeline, citing economic and logistical issues following their suspension.

Mar 13 • 15:48 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Fico Requests Zelensky to Restore Supplies Through the Druzhba Pipeline

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has sent a letter to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky requesting the resumption of oil supplies through the Druzhba pipeline.

Mar 13 • 14:41 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

EU member calls for removal of Kallas

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has called for the replacement of Kaja Kallas as the EU's foreign policy chief, citing her ineffectiveness and the EU’s diminished global standing.

Mar 13 • 10:54 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Graph of the Day: Electricity Prices are Mainly Influenced by Gas, Not Emission Allowances, Against Which Fico is Fighting

Electricity prices in Europe are significantly impacted by rising gas prices, especially after geopolitical events, rather than by emission allowances, which former Prime Minister Fico opposes.

Mar 13 • 10:44 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Debate in the editorial office / If KDH went with Smer, it would fall apart. If they hesitated, Matovič would destroy them

Jozef Majchrák and Lukáš Krivošík discussed the political conflict between Robert Fico and Volodymyr Zelensky during a public forum in Námestovo.

Mar 13 • 06:41 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Economic news filter: Fico laments over Russian oil, but claims there is no reason to intervene in fuel prices

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has stated that there is currently no justification for the government to intervene in fuel prices, despite escalating tensions due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 12 • 05:18 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Newsfilter: Peter Pellegrini remembered who and what helped him reach the palace

Peter Pellegrini advocates for constitutional changes to address the energy crisis while criticizing the opposition's political maneuvers.

Mar 11 • 19:39 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Fico Agreed with Slovnaft to Oversee Prices Himself, Supported by President Pellegrini at the Government Meeting

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has come to an arrangement with Slovnaft to self-regulate fuel prices amidst rising costs driven by the war in Iran, with little intervention from the government which is facing opposition pressure.

Mar 11 • 17:30 UTC

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