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Slovakia's Fico Aligns with Putin in EU
Slovak PM Robert Fico becomes Russia's EU ally as ties deepen with Moscow.
In brief
Slovak PM Robert Fico becomes Russia's EU ally as ties deepen with Moscow. Slovakia's PM Robert Fico has become Russia's most prominent EU ally after announcing military cooperation and economic talks with Moscow. Originally reported by EUobserver.
Slovak PM Fico's Russia Ties
Slovak prime minister Robert Fico appears to have become Russia's most prominent ally in the European Union.
Fico Announces Russia Economic Talks
Fico announced joint economic commission meetings with Russia on October 25.
Slovak-Russian Military Cooperation
Slovak defense minister Robert Kaliňák stated Russia is not a threat despite drone attacks in Slovakia.
Slovakia's Growing Pro-Kremlin Stance
The Institute for European Security Studies warned Slovakia's alignment with Russia weakens Western defenses.
The main idea
Slovakia's PM Robert Fico has become Russia's most prominent EU ally after announcing military cooperation and economic talks with Moscow.
