Slovakia

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Slovakia, officially the Slovak Republic, is a landlocked country in Central Europe. It is bordered by Poland to the north, Ukraine to the east, Hungary to the south, Austria to the west, and the Czech Republic to the northwest. Slovakia's mostly mountainous territory spans about 49,000 km² (19,000 sq mi), hosting a population exceeding 5.4 million. The capital and largest city is Bratislava, while the second largest city is Košice.

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Thousands of Slovaks protest against PM Robert Fico, mark seventh anniversary of journalist's murder Thousands of Slovaks protest against PM Robert Fico, mark seventh anniversary of journalist's murder Thousands of anti-government protesters commemorate the seventh anniversary of the killings of an.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:07Published 11 hours ago

Thousands in Slovakia protest against what they say is PM Fico's pro-Russia stance Fico's views on Russia have largely differed from the European mainstream. He ended Slovakia's military aid for Ukraine, criticised European Union sanctions on Russia and vowed to block Ukraine from.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:03Published 2 weeks ago

Belgian airspace reopens after closure forced PM Fico's flight to return to Slovakia The system outage forced a plane carrying Prime Minister Robert Fico to turn around and head back to Slovakia. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:47Published 3 weeks ago

Student detained after two people killed in school stabbing in Slovakia An 18-year-old suspect fled the scene but was later detained by police. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:29Published on January 16, 2025

Zelensky’s Gas Transit Halt: ‘Politically Motivated Move to Please West’ – Slovak Officials Outrage Slovak officials have strongly criticized Ukrainian President Zelensky's decision to halt Russian gas transit through Ukraine, calling it a politically motivated move aimed at appeasing the West... Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:30Published on January 15, 2025

Protests erupt once more in Slovakia over Fico's pro-Moscow stance The protests started back in December after Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published on January 10, 2025

Slovakia ramps up anti-Zelenskyy rhetoric amid Russian gas transit spat Slovakia's prime minister claims Ukraine is jeopardising Europe's global competitiveness by refusing to allow Russia to export gas into the EU over its territory. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:20Published on January 9, 2025

Thousands protest against Slovakian PM Fico over meeting with Putin and pro-Moscow stance Friday's protest against Fico's controversial Russia stance comes after his meeting with Putin in Moscow last month, as well as amid his threat to cut aid to Ukrainian refugees living in Slovakia. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published on January 4, 2025

Russia stops gas transit via Ukraine; Slovakia may cut power to Kiev after failed gas deals Russia halts gas transit to the EU via Ukraine after the transit deal expires, sparking energy concerns and diplomatic tensions. Slovakia threatens electricity cuts to Ukraine, further escalating the.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:32Published on January 1, 2025

'Not Your Servant': NATO's Slovakia Siding With Putin Again, Blast Zelensky BIG Time \| Watch Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico responds harshly to Ukrainian President Zelensky's accusations, declaring that he is not Zelensky's servant. Fico also warns of cutting electricity supplies to Ukraine.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:41Published on December 28, 2024

Putin Picks NATO Nation For Peace Talks \| Shocking Reason Behind Russian President's Strange Choice Russian President Vladimir Putin has endorsed Slovakia as a neutral venue for potential peace talks to resolve the Ukraine conflict. In a significant divergence from other EU nations, Slovak Prime.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:01Published on December 27, 2024

Putin open to accepting NATO member Slovakia as 'neutral site' for Ukraine peace talks The Russian president's comments follow Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's controversial Moscow visit, seen as a challenge to EU unity against Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:10Published on December 27, 2024

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Olivia Clark column: The biggest games, honest conversations and learning Dutch In her latest BBC Sport column, Olivia Clark discusses Wales' upcoming Euro 2025 play-off final against the Republic of Ireland, looks back on the semi-final victory over Slovakia and gives an update.. BBC Sport - Published on November 27, 2024

Biggest games, honest conversations and learning Dutch - Olivia Clark column In her latest BBC Sport column, Olivia Clark discusses Wales' upcoming Euro 2025 play-off final against the Republic of Ireland, looks back on the semi-final victory over Slovakia and gives an update.. BBC Sport - Published on November 27, 2024
Scotland in pot three for World Cup draw Scotland will be in pot three for the World Cup qualifying draw on 13 December as Czech Republic and Slovakia hold on for wins in the Nations League. BBC Sport - Published on November 19, 2024
GB's Boulter beaten as Slovakia level BJK Cup semi-final Watch the best shots as Great Britain's Katie Boulter loses 6-2 4-6 4-6 to Slovakia's Rebecca Sramkova to level up their BJK Cup semi-final. BBC Sport - Published on November 19, 2024

'Irresistible tennis!' - Raducanu puts GB ahead in BJK Cup semi-final Watch the best shots as Emma Raducanu maintained her record of not dropping a set in this year's Billie Jean King Cup, beating Slovakia's Viktoria Hruncakova 6-4 6-4 in Great Britain's opening.. BBC Sport - Published on November 19, 2024
GB's Kartal claims maiden WTA title in Tunisia Great Britain's Sonay Kartal claims her maiden WTA title with victory over Slovakia's Rebecca Sramkova in the final of the Jasmin Open. BBC Sport - Published on September 15, 2024
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Wales, Scotland & NI learn Euro 2025 play-off rivals Scotland will face Hungary, Northern Ireland have been drawn against Croatia and Wales will take on Slovakia in the first round of Euro 2025 play-offs. BBC Sport - Published on July 19, 2024

NI to face Croatia in Euro 2025 play-off first round Scotland will face Hungary, Northern Ireland have been drawn against Croatia and Wales will take on Slovakia in the first round of Euro 2025 play-offs. BBC Sport - Published on July 19, 2024
Slovakian PM makes first public appearance since assassination attempt Slovakia's prime minister has appeared in public for the first time since an assassination attempt left him fighting for his life. Sky News - Published on July 5, 2024
Bellingham free to play quarter-final after being given suspended ban England midfielder Jude Bellingham is given a one-match suspended ban for his crotch-grabbing gesture after scoring against Slovakia. BBC Sport - Published on July 5, 2024	Slovakia win 'emotional turning point' - Stones John Stones says England's dramatic late win against Slovakia in the last 16 at Euro 2024 is an "emotional turning point". BBC Sport - Published on July 4, 2024
I was annoyed but played my part - Toney England striker Ivan Toney says he was annoyed to only be used as a substitute in injury time against Slovakia but was able to control his emotions and play a role as Gareth Southgate's side fought.. BBC Sport - Published on July 3, 2024	Toney 'annoyed' at lack of Euro 2024 game time England striker Ivan Toney admits he was 'annoyed' at being brought on on injury time against Slovakia insists he will 'take my opportunity when I get it'. BBC Sport - Published on July 3, 2024
'On another level' - Watch Costa's hat-trick of penalty saves Watch all three penalty saves from goalkeeper Diogo Costa during Portugal's shootout win over Slovakia. BBC Sport - Published on July 1, 2024	'England should be better but win has given belief' Gareth Southgate says England know they "should be better than they have been" at Euro 2024 but their late last-16 win over Slovakia has given them belief. BBC Sport - Published on July 1, 2024
We've ended up with a lot of young players in important positions - Southgate Gareth Southgate says England know they "should be better than they have been" at Euro 2024 but their late last-16 win over Slovakia has given them belief. BBC Sport - Published on July 1, 2024