Russia & Slovakia
25 shared events · Importance 5 · Last updated May 09, 2026
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International
Russia: Russia held a scaled-back Victory Day parade due to security concerns related to the ongoing conflict with Ukraine, signaling a degree of vulnerability rather than strength. The war has drained Russia's economy and worsened relations with Europe.
Slovakia: Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico planned to meet with Vladimir Putin but stay away from the Red Square parade.
Apr 29, 2026 · 21 articles
International
Russia: Russia is perceived as an imminent danger to Europe, prompting European countries, including Germany, to increase their military spending.
Slovakia: Slovakia's Prime Minister, Robert Fico, reportedly decided to attend a parade in Moscow, causing disappointment for Friedrich Merz.
May 09, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
Russia: Russia's influence in Hungary is expected to diminish with the change in leadership, as the previous government under Viktor Orbán had close ties and often stalled EU initiatives against Russia.
Slovakia: Slovakia is mentioned in comparison to Hungary, noting the lack of media attention for Robert Fico's election in 2023, contrasting with the significant coverage of Orbán's defeat.
Apr 15, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Slovakia: Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico attended the parade, which was seen as a public relations victory for Vladimir Putin, showing Russia has allies even within the Western camp.
May 09, 2025 · 7 articles
International
Slovakia: Slovakia's prime minister is expected to attend the celebrations in Russia, indicating a level of international participation.
May 04, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Slovakia: Slovakia initially held up the approval of the sanctions package, demanding guarantees against potential losses from a separate European Union plan to ban Russian gas imports, but eventually dropped its veto.
Jul 18, 2025 · 6 articles
Domestic
Slovakia: Slovakia has been shaken by the assassination attempt on its Prime Minister, Robert Fico, and the subsequent trial of Attempted assassination of Robert Fico, highlighting deep societal divisions and political tensions.
Oct 21, 2025 · 9 articles
International
Slovakia: Slovakia continues to import Russian oil via the Druzhba pipeline, contributing to Russia's fossil fuel earnings.
Jan 06, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Slovakia: Slovakia is one of the countries from which a U.S. ambassador is being recalled.
Dec 21, 2025 · 22 articles
International
Russia: Russia exchanged attacks with Ukraine, killing and wounding dozens, with drone and missile strikes in Dnipro and other areas.
Slovakia: Slovakia has resumed receiving Russian oil through the Druzhba pipeline, ending a three-month halt and addressing its energy needs, which are dependent on Russia.
Apr 22, 2026 · 43 articles
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