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War in Ukraine
Top official says Russia’s defensive in Kursk has been halted; Ukrainian regions ink direct partnerships with US states; In Slovakia, the foreign minister takes on a tall order on first foreign visit.
2d ago
UK
As Bratislava seems about to withdraw from the purchase of 12 US Bell AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters, Kyiv is trying to secure the transfer of the aircraft to Ukraine.
Sep. 16
War in Ukraine
Sweden pledges $443M in aid; Foreign Ministry calls out Slovakian leader for claims of ‘Nazis’ in AFU; Some 900 destroyed medical centers have been rebuilt; Zelensky prioritizes power plant defense.
Sep. 10
Ukraine
Ukraine’s State Customs Service said the new system could reduce waiting time for cars and trucks and is expected to be implemented at remaining vehicle checkpoints in the next two weeks.
Aug. 7
Ukraine
Slovakia and Hungary have increased pressure since Kyiv sanctioned Lukoil last month, halting the company's oil flow to their refineries.
Jul. 30
War in Ukraine
Slovakia and Hungary have increased pressure on Kyiv after they said last week they had stopped receiving oil from Lukoil via Ukraine.
Jul. 23
War in Ukraine
Slovak PM Robert Fico told his Ukrainian counterpart on Saturday that Slovakia will not be a “hostage” to Ukraine-Russia relations after Kyiv's sanctions on Lukoil halted deliveries.
Jul. 22
Ukraine
After their shocking loss on Matchday 1, the Ukrainians will hope to turn things around on Matchday 2. They will play Slovakia on Friday, June 21 in Düsseldorf.
Jun. 20
Football
The war-torn country’s plight is never far from the hearts and minds of fans and players alike who see simply qualifying for the tournament as a major achievement in itself.
Jun. 18
Romania
The much-anticipated start to Ukraine’s campaign ultimately ended in heartbreak as they were defeated in their first game in Group E on Monday, June 17.
Jun. 18
Italy
Polls ahead of the EU vote suggested that far-right parties could claim around a quarter of the 720 seats in the incoming EU parliament. These far-right groups often oppose assisting Ukraine.
Jun. 8
War in Ukraine
Now serving his fourth term as prime minister, Fico soured ties with Ukraine after he questioned the neighbouring country's sovereignty as it battles Russian forces.
May. 24
Slovakia
The suspect has been identified as 71-year-old poet Juraj Cintula, who fired five shots at the Slovak prime minister and hit him four times on Wednesday.
May. 18
Germany
The 71-year-old man who fired five shots at Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, is linked with a pro-Russian extremist group a Hungarian investigative journalist reported.
May. 16
Europe
Surgeons spent hours battling to save the 59-year-old populist leader after the attack, which has been condemned around the world.
May. 16
Top official says Russia’s defensive in Kursk has been halted; Ukrainian regions ink direct partnerships with US states; In Slovakia, the foreign minister takes on a tall order on first foreign visit.
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