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.
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.
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.
A fictional commentary from 2031 on four years of the government of the Republic and Smer
The article presents a satirical commentary reflecting on the four-year tenure of three social democracy parties in Slovakia, focusing on their evolution and educational policies.
Danko remains the head of SNS / Wants to be an alternative for disappointed voters of the coalition, of which he is still a part
Andrej Danko, the leader of SNS, has retained his position as party head while expressing a desire to attract disenchanted voters of the current coalition, particularly from Smer and Hlas parties.
After the SNS conference, Danko again criticized Fico: The politics of Smer cannot be about revenge and repentants
Andrej Danko will continue to lead the Slovak National Party (SNS) for another four years, having been reaffirmed by party delegates, even as he criticized coalition partners and aimed to attract disillusioned voters from rival parties.
Chairman of KDH Majerský: I am proud that we excluded Smer. Karas never said he wanted to govern with them
Milan Majerský, chairman of KDH, discusses the party's recent exclusion of collaboration with Smer and his perspective on internal party dynamics in an interview.
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.
Newsfilter: In Smer, Republic is already a given and others are circling around it
The political party Smer in Slovakia is increasingly open to forming coalitions with extremist parties like the Republic, which is now seen as a legitimate political entity by many voters.
Baláž from Smer: I would be in a coalition with the Republic. The payout of millions from Dôvera was morally wrong
Vladimír Baláž, a long-time Smer politician, discusses the influence of private financial groups on healthcare in Slovakia and expresses willingness to form a coalition with the Republic party.
Political Forum / Why We Did Not Vote at the KDH Congress to Exclude Cooperation with the Parties Smer, Hlas, SNS
The KDH party refrained from voting to exclude cooperation with Smer, Hlas, and SNS, citing the need for balance in their political stance.
KDH's Congress Closed the Door to Smer, Hlas, and SNS / Strategically, It Was the Right Step. It Definitively Cut Off One Debate
KDH's congress decided to exclude post-election cooperation with Smer, Hlas, and SNS, marking a significant strategic shift within the party.
KDH's Convention Closed Doors to Smer, Hlas, and SNS / Strategically, it was the Right Step. It Definitely Cut Off One Debate
The KDH party has officially ruled out post-election collaboration with rival parties Smer, Hlas, and SNS during its weekend convention.
Newsfilter: Part of the KDH leadership does not want to exclude cooperation with Smer and is not ashamed of it
Two of the five vice-presidents of the KDH party oppose excluding cooperation with Smer, Hlas, and SNS, even as the opposition commits to not entering a government with these parties.
Ministers of Smer in discussions / Takáč fears that Fico could be shot in Ukraine, Blanár threatened Kyiv and Kaliňák praised the Russians
Slovak Minister Richard Takáč advised Prime Minister Robert Fico against traveling to Ukraine for negotiations due to safety concerns following threats from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Debate in the Editorial Office / If Žilinka supports Čurilla's group, he will go to open war with Fico. Smer will begin to hunt him.
Recent tensions in Slovakia escalate as Prime Minister Robert Fico publicly accuses prosecutor Michal Šúrek, following the detention of Šúrek and members of an investigative team.
Danglár: Smer-MDŽ!
This article promotes the sale of 10 numbered prints of a graphic signed by Danglár.
Presumption of Innocence Only for Their Own: How Smer and Hlas Defend Convicted and Accused Nominees
The Slovak Interior Minister emphasizes the importance of accountability for police and officials amid serious allegations, while highlighting a double standard in political responses between opponents and allies.
The Arrest of Čurilla's Team / Fico Ordered, the Inspectorate Fulfilled the Political Order of Smer
The article discusses a significant police operation in Slovakia that led to the arrest of several individuals, including prominent police officers Ján Čurilla and prosecutor Michal Šúrek, amid claims of political motivations behind the arrests.
Without Matovič, it won't work
The article discusses the political dynamics between Igor Matovič and the Hnutie Slovensko party, highlighting their significant interdependence similar to how Robert Fico and Smer interact.
Why Smer Isn't Falling Even Though Republika is Growing, and What's Happening in the Opposition? Heads of AKO, Ipsos, and Focus Explain the Polls
Recent party preference polls in Slovakia indicate a decline for the Progressive Slovakia party alongside significant growth for the Republika party.
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.
Martin Dubéci from PS / We are not like Smer to let Šimečka's case go stale. Matovič fell into Fico's game, which will not affect Šimečka
Martin Dubéci defends the political party PS against accusations related to a scandal involving badly invoiced subsidies linked to Marta Šimečková, while criticizing rival politicians Igor Matovič and Robert Fico.
Ipsos: The decline of PS has been confirmed, it's at the level of Smer. The opposition is not losing voters overall
Recent polling data indicates that the support for the opposition party Progresívne Slovensko has dropped to levels comparable to their main competitor, Smer.
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.
In Smer, they invented it, now they are complaining about a conflict with Žilinka. The story of the pension for the Attorney General
The Smer party in Slovakia is embroiled in a conflict with Attorney General Maroš Žilinka over his critiques of the government and the absence of a lifetime pension that was proposed but vetoed by the president.
The court confirmed that people close to Smer were stealing from the state treasury
A Slovak court sentenced oligarch Jozef Brhel and his son to probation for stealing millions from state IT contracts, raising concerns about the leniency of economic crime penalties.
Debate in the editorial office / The condemnation of Smer voters will not confuse us
Prime Minister Robert Fico is advocating significant changes to laws regarding cooperating defendants in response to a Constitutional Court ruling that halted supportive legislation for accused individuals.
Smer as Mafia? We have it in black and white
The article discusses the allegations that the political party Smer in Slovakia operated as an organized crime group, supported by investigative journalism and testimonies from whistleblowers.
Smer as the Political Wing of Organized Crime?
The article explores the comparison between Slovakia's Smer party and Ireland's Sinn Féin, highlighting claims of Smer being tied to organized crime amid a corruption cleanup.
Oligarch Jozef Brhel of Smer convicted in the Mýtnik case, his son and former state secretary Kuruc are also guilty
Oligarch Jozef Brhel has been found guilty in the Mýtnik case involving secret tenders for IT systems in financial administration.
Commentators of Denník N: Tibor Gašpar lost 3-0 this week
This week's commentary discusses the legal troubles faced by Tibor Gašpar, highlighting three key setbacks in his cases.
Fico's machine has been stuck, justice has found its way
The Slovak Supreme Court has allowed the trial of Tibor Gašpar to proceed, affirming that efforts by the Smer party to manipulate the judiciary have not been successful.
Wants to investigate the possibility of more than two parents
The Swedish Medical Ethical Council is proposing to explore legal frameworks that would allow for more than two parents and the removal of the age limit for IVF treatments.
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.
Gašpar does not like the title of accused, but in the Očistec case, the deputy chairman of parliament will have to go to court
Slovak deputy parliament chairman Tibor Gašpar faces court appearances related to his indictment in the Očistec case, despite his discomfort with being called accused.
Smer utilizes the case of Šimečka's association / Gašpar talks about connections to PS and wants to go after NGOs. Desperate attempt, responds Šimečka
The political party Smer is leveraging the controversy surrounding Marta Šimečková's association to attack connections with the Progressive Slovakia party and criticize their handling of financial matters.
Ipsos Survey: Voters of Smer and Hlas Have Opened the Door to a Coalition with the Republic
The increasing popularity of the Republic movement is leading Smer politicians to openly consider coalition possibilities, reflecting a divided opinion among voters about such an alliance.
Election of the Attorney General / Smer considers replacing Žilinka before parliamentary elections, opposition speaks of arrogance of power
The coalition party Smer plans to elect a new Attorney General to replace Maroš Žilinka before the upcoming parliamentary elections, a move criticized by the opposition as an abuse of power.
Newsfilter: The Ficov hoax about assistance to Ukraine has also been debunked by the prosecution
The prosecution confirmed that the claims made by the Smer party regarding the government's military support to Ukraine and its impact on Slovakia's defense capabilities are false, marking a significant political loss for Smer.
Žilinka and Smer continue their dispute / You are taking revenge for the unapproved pension, Kaliňák told him. Leave the prosecutors alone, Žilinka told Fico
Maroš Žilinka and Robert Fico are embroiled in a dispute triggered by Žilinka's public criticisms of the government's anti-corruption efforts, leading to a confrontation in parliament.
The prosecutor dismantled the claims of Smer: the donated MiGs lacked enough pilots and missiles, the S-300 was outdated
The prosecutor has addressed the Smer party's claims about military aid to Ukraine, revealing that the donated MiGs were not adequately staffed with pilots and lacked necessary weapons, while the S-300 system was outdated.
Voice + Republic: Some members of the municipal coalition do not rule out, Bystričians remind of black flags related to the SNP
Recent discussions among local political leaders in Spišská Nová Ves highlighted ongoing collaboration and key upcoming events, particularly concerning the municipal coalition.
Eurofonded Tatra Brewery is going bankrupt shortly after the departure of a powerful Smer politician
The Tatra Brewery, which has faced bankruptcy since summer, is closing down shortly after the exit of influential Smer party member Ladislav Lazár, largely due to declining beer consumption in Europe, which even EU funds could not rescue.
Mayor Matúš Vallo: If Jozef Ráž runs in the elections, it will be a battle over whether we want to transfer the governing style of Smer to Bratislava
Bratislava's Mayor Matúš Vallo discusses his candidacy in the upcoming local elections and his views on challengers, government commitments to the city, and concerns from motorists.
Weekly News Filter: Smer openly identified with the Republic and Mečiarism
The article discusses how Smer's explicit alliance with the Republic and its extreme elements has clarified the party's political stance under Robert Fico, undermining previous claims of distancing from extremism.
Who evaluated Pellegrini / 22 personalities received awards, including Čaplovič from Smer, Reháková from Slovenka, and coach Vengloš
President Peter Pellegrini honored 22 individuals from various fields, including four posthumously, at a ceremony in Bratislava, urging Slovaks to remain hopeful about the future.
The Coalition with the Republic is not just Gašpar's wish; the majority of coalition voters are interested in it
Influential politician Tibor Gašpar of Smer has expressed openness to a coalition with the extremist Republic party, surprising many and indicating that it reflects the interest of a majority of coalition voters.
Gaspar is compatible with the Republic, the Republic is incompatible
The article discusses the questionable influence of a former police chief on the future strategies of the political party Smer, despite his unclear membership status.
The Republic is Approaching: Gašpar Would Take It as a Partner, Beňová Can Already Imagine It
The article discusses the evolving political landscape in Slovakia, focusing on the potential partnership between the Smer party and the Republic party as they shift towards a more nationalistic agenda.