Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico faced a critical assassination attempt by Juraj Cintula, a 71-year-old man with dissent against Fico's policies, particularly regarding arms shipments to Ukraine.
Fico's decision to halt arms deliveries after his election victory drew backlash, allegedly motivating Cintula's actions.
Described as a "lone wolf" with no extremist affiliations, Cintula's frustrations with government decisions may have been accelerated by the recent presidential election results.
Both allies and opposition leaders denounced the attack, highlighting its threat to Slovakia's democracy.
Cintula's background as a former security guard and poet adds complexity to the situation.
The incident occurred amid debates over the dissolution of Slovakia's public broadcaster, further heightening concerns about political stability.
Fico's condition remains serious as Slovakia awaits updates on his recovery.
Russia has escalated its military campaign by launching the new "Oreshnik" ballistic missile with a hypersonic warhead against Ukraine's Dnipro city. President Putin announced this as direct retaliation for Ukraine's use of Western-provided long-range weapons. The deployment of this reportedly "unstoppable" missile system marks a significant escalation in Russia's military capabilities and tactical approach to the conflict.
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Russia has designated the newly opened US missile defense base in Poland's Redzikowo as a priority target for elimination. While NATO and Poland maintain the facility is purely defensive, part of the "Aegis Ashore" system, Moscow views it as a direct threat. The development adds to growing tensions, with Poland hosting over 10,000 US troops while supporting Ukraine against Russian invasion.
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In a national television address, the Russian leader said Moscow was conducting “combat tests” of the new missile system after Ukrainian strikes earlier this week using US and British missiles.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:52Published
Russian forces showcased precision drone warfare in Ukraine, releasing footage of a successful bunker attack in Donbass. The Vostok battle group's UAV penetrated a Ukrainian military stronghold, while another video claimed a howitzer strike on a drone crew. Russia continues its frontline advance, announcing the "liberation" of Ilyinka village and maintaining strategic momentum in the ongoing conflict.
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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
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.. BBC Sport
The protest united the opposition, including the liberal Progressive Slovakia, pro-business Freedom and Solidarity and the conservative Christian Democrats who all say Fico is a threat to democracy.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:45Published
The Biden administration has announced plans to forgive $4.7 billion in loans provided to Ukraine as part of a broader aid package. This move, aimed at supporting Ukraine's financial stability amid the ongoing war with Russia, has sparked debate in the U.S. Congress. While some lawmakers, including Senator Rand Paul, argue against the plan, it aligns with U.S. national interests and NATO's goals. The decision reflects the U.S.'s continued support for Ukraine's economic recovery and defense efforts.
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