More details Robert Fico, the Slovak Prime Minister, has recently been in the news for his contentious policies regarding Ukraine and the EU. Fico has stated his ability to halt EU summit decisions by stopping gas transit to Ukraine, and he opposes military assistance to Ukraine amid the ongoing war. His statements at international forums have justified Russian aggression and criticized Ukrainian leadership, leading to diplomatic tensions. Protests against his government have erupted across Slovakia, demanding his resignation. Fico's energy policies are perceived as a threat to Europe’s stability, with Ukraine refusing concessions on Russian gas transit. Furthermore, his openness to restoring relations with Russia and opposing Ukraine's NATO membership spark further debate on Slovakia's foreign policy direction.
