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Ukraine
US to Trim Forces in Bulgaria, Hungary, and Slovakia Starting Next Month After Romania Move
Washington notifies capitals of “marginal” force recalibration, prompting fears over its commitment. Veteran diplomat calls plan a “mistake,” warning against sending “the wrong signal” to Moscow.
Oct. 31, 2025
Russia
‘Likely Due to Technical Issues’ – Kyiv Confirms 19th EU Sanctions Package Postponed
Politico reported that the package, originally scheduled for implementation on Sept. 17, has been removed from the agenda of the EU’s permanent representatives.
Sept. 16, 2025
Ukraine
Zelensky Calls Fico Talks ‘Meaningful’ as Slovakia Backs Ukraine’s EU Bid
The two leaders met in western Ukraine’s Uzhhorod following the Slovak prime minister’s recent visit to China and his talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Sept. 5, 2025
War in Ukraine
Putin Urges Slovakia to Cut Gas to Ukraine, Praises Fico’s ‘Independent’ Stance
Fico has long criticized Kyiv and resisted tougher EU sanctions on Moscow, arguing they threaten Slovakia’s energy security.
Sept. 2, 2025
Putin
Putin to Meet Slovakia’s Fico in China
Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico has irked European leaders by criticizing the bloc’s support for Ukraine and pushing back against efforts to cut energy imports from Russia.
Aug. 31, 2025
War in Ukraine
‘You Don’t Need to Tell the President What to Do’ – Ukraine Fires Back As Hungary Slams Zelensky Over Druzhba Strikes
On Sunday, Zelensky hinted – with a touch of irony – that recent strikes on the pipeline may have been tied to Hungary’s stance on Ukraine’s EU accession.
Aug. 25, 2025
Russia
‘Ukraine Risks Being Left Without Enough Fuel:’ Slovak FM Warns Over Druzhba Strikes
The minister also recalled that the European Union declared energy infrastructure “untouchable” in January and urged all parties – including Russia and Ukraine – to respect it.
Aug. 25, 2025
War in Ukraine
EU Cracks Down on Russia With 18th Sanctions Package, Oil Cap Cut to $45
The latest measures were delayed for weeks due to objections from Slovakia and Hungary, both of which are heavily reliant on Russian energy.
July 18, 2025
Ukraine
Berlin Says ‘Nein’ to EU Budget Proposal That Would Send €100B to Kyiv
Kremlin-friendly Slovakia and Hungary were also against the proposal: “Ukraine would get a massive funding boost, while European farmers lose out,” Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said.
July 17, 2025
Europe
Slovakia Continues to Block Fresh EU Sanctions on Moscow
Slovakia has voted for a second day to block the 18th round of economic sanctions against Russia over concerns about gas prices on their domestic economy.
July 16, 2025
War in Ukraine
Forgive Russia to End the War, Slovakian Foreign Minister Says
Slovakia says Russia’s invasion must end through diplomacy, not force, urging the West to “forgive everything” while continuing to block the EU’s latest sanctions on Moscow.
June 30, 2025
EU
Brussels Extends Sanctions on Russia, Delays Vote to Halt Fuel Imports to Europe
While 26 EU member states voted to extend frozen-asset holds and crackdowns on Moscow’s “shadow fleet” through 2026, the next round, ending Russian fuel imports, is yet to reach the floor.
June 27, 2025
Russia
Hungary and Slovakia Veto EU’s Sanction Package on Russia
The two countries decided to block the sanctions package in response to European Union plans to phase out Russian energy imports, Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said.
June 23, 2025
EU
OPINION: What to Do About Fico and Vučić in Moscow
The leaders of Slovakia and Serbia both went to Moscow to celebrate Victory Day with Putin – despite EU warnings not to. How can Brussels discourage further collaboration?
May 15, 2025
Putin
Putin and Fico to Meet for the Second Time in 5 Months
Fico will be one of just two European leaders attending Russia’s Victory Day celebrations, alongside Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić.
May 7, 2025
Russia
Fico, Vučić – Lone EU Leaders Bound for Moscow Parade, Fall Ill Just Days Before
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić and Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico were among the few European leaders who had planned to attend the May 9 event on Red Square.
May 5, 2025