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🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

It Looks Like a Bluff. Nobody Knows Anything About Fico's Suspension of Emergency Electricity to Ukraine

Recent claims by Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico regarding the suspension of emergency electricity supplies to Ukraine appear unfounded, as key Slovak institutions report no such changes.

Mar 3 • 13:21 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Newsfilter: You Don't Need a Security Council When You Are Governing the State Like Fico Nostro

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has decided not to convene the Security Council despite the escalating situation in the Middle East, contrary to the swift action taken by his Czech counterpart.

Mar 2 • 19:04 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Corporate News Filter: Samsung is merely falsely tolerant towards the government, forget about Russian oil, and Chinese cars are already conquering Slovakia

Samsung is shutting down its TV manufacturing plant in Galanta, Slovakia, resulting in nearly a thousand job losses while highlighting a broader industrial decline affecting the Slovak economy.

Mar 2 • 12:12 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

He didn't see the war in Kyiv and only sees penitents regarding Iran

The Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico focuses on personal interests rather than addressing the actual crisis in Iran during a recent press conference.

Mar 1 • 14:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Leško, Šimečka, Kostolný, Hudák: Fico is an agent of evil and darkness. He acted inhumanely towards Ukraine.

The article criticizes Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico for his inhumane stance towards Ukraine and compares him unfavorably with the late hero Otto Šimko.

Feb 28 • 06:05 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Žilinka Again Talked About Political Pressure on the Prosecutor's Office. He Dedicated 15 Minutes to Coalition MPs

Slovak Prosecutor General Maroš Žilinka criticized political pressure on the prosecutor's office during a committee meeting.

Feb 27 • 16:25 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

It's strange that it took Fico so long to turn to Penta

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has finally addressed healthcare as a key issue, favoring the financial group Penta over public health concerns.

Feb 27 • 15:45 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Šutaj Eštok has hired external lawyers for disputes with Čurilla, the bill for his decisions may be three-quarters of a million

Slovak Interior Minister Matúš Šutaj Eštok has engaged external lawyers to handle legal disputes involving police officers, which could cost the ministry significantly.

Feb 27 • 15:44 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The Prime Minister took a silk handkerchief and relied on sadism

The Slovak Prime Minister criticized Ukraine during a video address on the anniversary of Russia's aggression, claiming that Ukraine acts as an enemy by repairing a damaged pipeline too slowly and halting emergency electricity supplies to the country.

Feb 27 • 09:46 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Žilinka vs. Čurillovci / The Attorney General Turned Again. And Undermined Šutaj Eštok

The Slovak Attorney General, Maroš Žilinka, has changed his stance and is now undermining government coalition members, particularly targeting Interior Minister Matúš Šutaj Eštok.

Feb 27 • 05:47 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Newsfilter: Fico is changing election rules, prepare for the worst

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's coalition is moving to change electoral laws, eliminating mail-in voting from abroad and potentially altering other voting rules to serve their political interests.

Feb 26 • 18:51 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Fico Turned Around, Put Aside "Ideological Glasses" and Praises Penta in Healthcare

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has reversed his stance on private financial groups in healthcare, commending them during the opening of a new Penta hospital pavilion.

Feb 26 • 12:25 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Táňa Pauhofová: Fico is making himself a Putin riding a bear

Actress Táňa Pauhofová expresses her frustration with Slovak culture politics and discusses her resignation from the Slovak National Theatre due to disagreements with the current Minister of Culture.

Feb 26 • 09:57 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Fico Admits to Changing Elections. Voting That Is Not Going Well for Him Would Be Abolished

Slovak politician Robert Fico is considering changes to the electoral system to eliminate voting conditions that are unfavorable to him.

Feb 26 • 09:45 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Ján Čurilla writes: The Čurillas were never indicted or convicted

Ján Čurilla discusses the implications of Slovak Prosecutor General Maroš Žilinka's decision to intervene in court proceedings related to Interior Minister Matúš Šutaj Eštok's personnel orders.

Feb 26 • 06:18 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Slovak government in trouble, the state in crisis, Fico on the offensive

The Slovak government faces significant challenges as the state is in crisis, with Robert Fico taking an aggressive political stance.

Feb 25 • 17:25 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Political Forum / When Smer, Hlas, Progressive Slovakia, and Republic Meet

The article discusses a meeting between representatives of several Slovak political parties in the European Parliament regarding the sovereignty of Slovakia and the controversial EU initiative on abortion rights.

Feb 25 • 10:32 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Who wants an apartment is a suicidal person, according to Fico. The truth is that his policy has failed

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico acknowledges a serious housing crisis, yet his government's policies have perpetuated the problem, with his own family benefitting from the housing market.

Feb 25 • 10:06 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

In Parliament, All Ills of the Debate About Mothers Gathered (Under the Sun of Jana Shemesh)

The article discusses the challenges faced by mothers in the Slovak parliament, highlighting issues of prejudice and the unpredictability of legislative sessions.

Feb 24 • 10:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Pellegrini is often invisible, prioritizing hockey over safety. We mapped his activities

Slovak President Peter Pellegrini is often seen engaging in fitness activities rather than focusing on official duties, raising questions regarding his visibility and priorities.

Feb 23 • 11:48 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

In Smer, they have already devised a way to defend the convicted Brhel. Kaliňák and Susko are not telling the truth about the damage in the Mýtnik case

Slovak officials from the Smer party are defending convicted oligarch Jozef Brhel by claiming the state suffered no damage in the Mýtnik case, contrary to court findings of 6 million euros in benefit.

Feb 22 • 14:17 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Newsfilter: The PS's Increase to the Preference Ceiling Happened Too Soon

The Slovak political party Progresívne Slovensko (PS) has experienced a decline in polling numbers, indicating potential issues ahead of upcoming parliamentary elections.

Feb 19 • 19:17 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Representatives of Slovak culture warned that Czech Republic may follow the Slovak path

More than 700 Slovak cultural figures expressed concerns about the potential actions of Czech culture minister Ota Klempíř and offered support to their Czech counterparts in defending against possible power attacks.

Feb 19 • 17:25 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Long-serving prosecutor Bizoňová: I am terrified of how rules are being relaxed to suit criminal groups

Lucia Bizoňová, a prosecutor for two decades, expresses her alarm over the Slovak government's rapid changes to criminal policy, particularly concerning measures benefiting criminal groups.

Feb 19 • 15:58 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Fico refused to talk about the Mýtnik case, instead blaming Hrubala, Lipšic, and the media

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico declined to comment on the recent ruling in the Mýtnik case involving close associates, shifting blame to other politicians and the media.

Feb 18 • 15:12 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Who is the scoundrel here?

The article critiques the use of the term 'anti-Slovak' by politicians like Robert Fico to discredit political opponents and media.

Feb 18 • 07:05 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Huliak on Kotlár: He Looks Like an Alchemist, Not an Appointee. He Does Not Have My Trust

Slovak Minister of Sports Rudolf Huliak criticizes government appointee Peter Kotlár's statements about top Slovak doctors and expresses distrust toward him.

Feb 17 • 14:49 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Weekly selection by Eva Čobejová / Such a beautiful Sunday, the prime minister just launched a total attack on the General Prosecutor's Office

The Slovak Prime Minister proposed a ban on political discussions on Sundays, claiming it should be a day of rest, but faced rejection from coalition partners and ridicule from the opposition.

Feb 16 • 05:46 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Weekly News Filter: Robert Fico's Catastrophic Week

The article discusses the politically disastrous week faced by Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, highlighting key events that overshadowed his meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Feb 15 • 18:30 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Newsfilter: The Coalition Takes a Holiday with a Grade of Four for Behavior

The Slovak ruling coalition has been criticized for its incompetence and disregard for political responsibilities, opting for a holiday despite unresolved parliamentary issues.

Feb 13 • 17:32 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Criticism is not only coming from Fico / Šimečka's actions evidently look like a fraud, says Spišiak from PS. Matovič wants to replace Šimečka

Concerns are growing among Slovak opposition leaders about the actions of Michal Šimečka and his mother's dubious financial dealings with state subsidies.

Feb 12 • 17:46 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Fico's former minister Harabin received an award from Lavrov

Former Slovak Minister Harabin has been awarded by Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov, which brings attention to political connections between Slovakia and Russia.

Feb 11 • 07:43 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Fico Still Feels Like a Victim Even Amid Violence Against Women

In a recent statement, Slovak politician Robert Fico expressed feelings of victimhood in the context of violence against women, contrasting with a quote from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer who is under scrutiny over his appointment related to a scandal involving Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 11 • 07:42 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Newsfilter: The government has a day that loses elections

The article discusses the recent challenges faced by the Slovak government, particularly the Smer party and its leader Robert Fico, highlighting the detrimental news affecting his political standing and the broader implications for Slovakia.

Feb 10 • 18:13 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Doctor and MP KDH Kolejáková / Majerský offered his position, it's nothing unusual. Karas is a person of great talent

Monika Kolejáková, an immunologist and new member of the Slovak Parliament, discusses her transition into politics, the challenges within the healthcare system, and her views on the COVID-19 pandemic and party dynamics.

Feb 10 • 09:53 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Democrats will present Pellegrini with a dilemma in the referendum. According to lawyers, he can reject it outright

The Slovak political party Democrats has garnered enough support for a referendum on early elections, but legal experts argue that its proposed question may not be constitutional, complicating President Pellegrini's position.

Feb 10 • 06:57 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

STVR did not stand up for its host after Fico's attacks

Slovak political leader Robert Fico criticized STVR moderator Matej Baránok during a broadcast, leading to calls for STVR to support Baránok, which the outlet has so far declined to do.

Feb 9 • 16:36 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Fico opened the door to the Russian ambassador

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has taken steps to strengthen ties with Russia by engaging with the Russian ambassador.

Feb 9 • 15:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Happy Monday: Slovak Influence Grows. Who Is Whispering to Babiš's Government?

The article discusses the increasing influence of Slovak individuals or groups on the Czech government led by Andrej Babiš.

Feb 9 • 06:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Weekly Selection by Jozef Majchrák / This Parliament Has a Bigger Problem Than Just Foolishness

The article discusses the recent verbal attacks in the Slovak parliament and highlights deeper issues regarding governmental accountability and the opposition's challenges.

Feb 9 • 05:17 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Weekly News Filter: The Prime Minister is at the End, He Can’t Even Handle a Simple Debate on the Radio

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico struggles in a recent radio debate, showing signs of growing political pressure and instability.

Feb 8 • 17:29 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

Princesses and Influential European Politicians Hit Hard by Epstein Document Release

The U.S. Department of Justice has released over 3 million pages of documents related to J. Epstein, shaking the reputations of several prominent European officials, leading to the resignation of a Slovak political star.

Feb 6 • 19:03 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

The Meeting of Šimkovičová and Klempířa Attracted Crowds to the Prague Exhibition about SNG. It Is a Warning, Says Kusá

The recent meeting between Czech Culture Minister Oto Klempíř and his Slovak counterpart Martina Šimkovičová has led to increased public interest in their joint exhibition at Prague's main gallery, sparking discussions on the importance of renewed cultural ties.

Feb 6 • 17:28 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The National Council should 'throw out' the government for unexcused absence at the no-confidence meeting

This article discusses an unprecedented situation in the Slovak National Council regarding a no-confidence vote against seven ministers and the government due to constitutional violations and absurd practices.

Feb 6 • 16:08 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Ukraine military aid left Slovakia ‘completely naked’ – PM

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico criticized the previous government for sending military aid to Ukraine, claiming it left Slovakia vulnerable by donating fighter jets and anti-aircraft systems.

Feb 6 • 09:23 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

SNS has never been xenophobic. It's not even funny anymore

The article critiques Andrej Danko's revisionist view of the Slovak National Party's history, arguing it has xenophobic and fascist roots despite his claims to the contrary.

Feb 5 • 13:27 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Lajčák, Epstein, Bannon: "Miro is the guy who will take this whole movement to the next level"

Former foreign minister Miroslav Lajčák faced scandal after revelations about his connections with Jeffrey Epstein and ambitious plans with Steve Bannon, leading to his resignation from the advisory team of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico.

Feb 5 • 07:26 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
Crime & Justice

Diplomat's Fall / The Real Reason Lajčák Became Close with Epstein in New York

The article discusses the controversy surrounding former Slovak Foreign Minister Lajčák's communications with Jeffrey Epstein and implications for Slovak politics and potential victims from Slovakia.

Feb 5 • 05:06 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Crime & Justice

If my friend, I am glad to welcome you in Bratislava, wrote Lajčák who was also transported by Epstein to Poprad

Slovak Foreign Minister Miroslav Lajčák acknowledges past communication and visits with Jeffrey Epstein, including a documented photo taken in Bratislava, while expressing regret over the association.

Feb 4 • 17:57 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Pointa N: Macinka lost to Pavel. Babiš is already hinting at it

Petr Macinka is experiencing a difficult period, evidenced by public protests against his behavior towards President Petr Pavel, and a failed attempt to get his protégé onto a Slovak government plane.

Feb 4 • 17:52 UTC

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