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Protests held in Slovakia after PM meets with Putin in Moscow

Sky News Monday, 23 December 2024
Protests held in Slovakia after PM meets with Putin in MoscowSlovakia's prime minister has drawn criticism from across Europe and from his own people after his surprise visit to Moscow for face-to-face talks with Vladimir Putin on Sunday.
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News video: Zelenskyy slams Slovakia's PM Robert Fico following a controversial visit to meet Putin in Moscow

Zelenskyy slams Slovakia's PM Robert Fico following a controversial visit to meet Putin in Moscow 01:17

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy blasts Slovakia’s PM Robert Fico over reluctance to source alternatives to Russian gas. The Ukrainian leader’s fiery remarks come after Fico’s highly controversial visit to Moscow to on Sunday to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has issued a chilling warning: Ukraine’s potential EU membership could drag Hungary and the entire Eastern European region into war. Speaking bluntly, Orban said Ukraine’s entry would turn Hungary into a battlefield, risking the lives of young Hungarians and destabilizing regional peace. Despite Ukraine’s 2022 EU candidacy and Brussels pushing for 2030 accession, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia have voiced serious opposition, citing security, financial, and political consequences. Orban also slammed the EU's seven-year budget proposal, claiming it's designed to fund Ukraine’s membership and could devastate the bloc. Hungary has already blocked several EU military aid packages to Kyiv and insists on a ceasefire. A recent referendum showed 95% of Hungarians oppose Ukraine’s EU entry. With mounting pressure from Brussels, Orban’s words now echo across a fragile Europe—will Ukraine’s EU dream come at the cost of continental peace? #UkraineEU #OrbanWarning #HungaryUkraine #EUMembershipCrisis #RussiaUkraineWar #EUExpansion #GeopoliticalRisk #EasternEuropeConflict #UkraineNews #HungaryNews #EUvsRussia #NATOExpansion #EuropeanUnion #BrusselsVsBudapest #HungarianReferendum #UkraineBorderCrisis #PolandUkraineTensions #SlovakiaOpposesUkraine #StopUkraineEU #RegionalWarThreat ~HT.318~

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EU imposes new sanctions on Russia's oil and banks after Robert Fico lifts his veto [Video]

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EU imposes new sanctions on Russia's oil and banks after Robert Fico lifts his veto The breakthrough on Friday was made only possible after Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico agreed to lift his veto. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/07/18/eu-agrees-new-sanctions-on-russias-oil-and-banks-after-robert-fico-lifts-his-veto Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

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Slovakia aims to reach deal with EU on ending Russian gas supplies by Tuesday, Fico says [Video]

Slovakia aims to reach deal with EU on ending Russian gas supplies by Tuesday, Fico says

Slovakia aims to reach deal with EU on ending Russian gas supplies by Tuesday, Fico says Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico told reporters in Bratislava he wants to resolve the issue involving the proposed phase-out of all Russian fossil fuels by Tuesday, adding that he spoke to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz about the matter. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/07/12/slovakia-aims-to-reach-deal-with-eu-on-ending-russian-gas-supplies-by-tuesday-fico-says Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

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NATO Collapse Begins? Slovak PM Fico Stuns NATO with Pro-Russia Shift |€20B Russian Oil Deal at Risk [Video]

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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico stunned NATO and EU allies after rejecting proposed sanctions on Russian energy, calling them “ideological” and harmful to Slovakia’s economy. At a press conference, Fico questioned why Slovakia should pay high gas prices due to the Ukraine conflict, citing a €16–20 billion contract with Gazprom lasting until 2034. He warned of potential lawsuits if the contract is broken and predicted that “we’ll all cooperate with Russia again.” His remarks underline a growing rift in Europe over energy strategy and long-term Russian ties. #RussiaSanctions #RussiaUkraineWar #Russia #Ukraine #NATO #Slovakia #NATOAllies #Putin #RussianOil #SlovakPM #GasPrices #EnergyCrisis #RussiaUkraine #EuropeanUnion #GasContract #FicoStatement #EnergyNews #SlovakiaRussia #BreakingNews #RobertFico Also Read Russia May Attack THIS European Country After Ukraine :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/russia-may-attack-this-european-country-after-ukraine-4176043.html?ref=DMDesc 'Something Happened To This Guy': Trump Slams Putin For Russia's Fresh Attack On Ukraine :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/something-happened-to-this-guy-trump-slams-putin-for-russias-fresh-attack-on-ukraine-4163675.html?ref=DMDesc Donald Trump Says Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Talks To Begin 'Immediately' Following Call With Putin :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/donald-trump-says-russia-ukraine-ceasefire-talks-to-begin-immediately-following-call-with-putin-4158165.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.410~ED.194~GR.125~

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Uzbekistan strengthens ties with Slovakia and Bulgaria during Fico and Radev visits [Video]

Uzbekistan strengthens ties with Slovakia and Bulgaria during Fico and Radev visits

Uzbekistan strengthens ties with Slovakia and Bulgaria during Fico and Radev visits Uzbekistan hosted Slovak and Bulgarian leaders at the Tashkent International Investment Forum, signing agreements to boost trade, technology, and cultural ties, aiming to enhance economic and diplomatic relations. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/06/10/uzbekistan-strengthens-ties-with-slovakia-and-bulgaria-during-fico-and-radev-visits Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

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In a chilling development, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev declared that Moscow is no longer bound by its self-imposed moratorium on deploying medium- and short-range missiles — a move that signals a sharp escalation in its confrontation with NATO. Citing “the result of NATO’s anti-Russian policy,” Medvedev warned the West to brace for “further steps,” calling this aggressive shift a “new reality” that Russia’s opponents must face. This policy shift paves the way for the Kremlin to deploy ground-based missile systems previously banned under the now-defunct INF Treaty. Moscow’s decision has sparked fears across Europe and the U.S. of a renewed arms race and heightened global instability. The announcement comes amid rising tensions over Ukraine, NATO expansion, and growing military drills along Russian borders. As Russia signals its readiness to respond forcefully, the geopolitical chessboard enters dangerous new territory. #RussiaMissiles #MedvedevWarning #MissileMoratorium #INFwithdrawal #NATOvsRussia #DmitryMedvedev #GlobalTensions #RussiaNATOClash #MilitaryEscalation #RussiaArmsRace #PutinMoves #NewColdWar #NuclearThreats #RussiaShortRangeMissiles #RussianForeignPolicy #GeopoliticalCrisis #EuropeSecurity #USRussiaTensions #ExpectFurtherSteps #KremlinStatement Also Read War between France-Germany, Elon Musk will become US president: Predictions by close Putin aide :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/war-between-france-germany-elon-musk-will-become-us-president-predictions-by-close-putin-aide-3504786.html?ref=DMDesc Post Putin’s announcement on constitutional reforms, Russian PM steps down :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/post-putins-announcement-on-constitutional-reforms-russian-pm-steps-down-3015280.html?ref=DMDesc No visa needed for Indians to visit Russia's far east :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/no-visa-needed-indians-visit-russia-s-far-east-2408596.html?ref=DMDesc

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Putin Says He’s ‘Ready’ to Meet Zelensky But Lays Down CHILLING Preconditions; Zelensky STUNNED [Video]

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