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Slovakia Prime Minister Robert Fico Shot In Assassination Attempt

  • Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot multiple times after a cabinet meeting and is in hospital with life-threatening injuries.
  • The attack was condemned by EU chiefs, including Slovak President Zuzana Caputova, Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala, and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
  • Fico, a populist leader accused of being Kremlin-friendly, has made controversial remarks that have strained relations with Ukraine and sparked mass protests.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Slovakia’s Prime Minister, Robert Fico, was shot multiple times after a cabinet meeting and is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries.

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However, the government said there was an assassination attempt on Fico, and he is being transported to a hospital in a life-threatening condition.

Fico was shot multiple times and is being treated at a vascular surgery clinic, but his injuries are unknown.

The attack was condemned by EU chiefs, and the suspected gunman is in custody.

Slovak President Zuzana Caputova was “utterly shocked” by the attack and wished Fico a speedy recovery.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico Shot in Assassination Attempt, in Critical Condition

Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala called the attack “shocking” and hoped for Fico’s quick recovery.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk also sent his thoughts to Fico during this difficult time.

Fico has been prime minister since last year and has made controversial remarks that have strained relations with Ukraine.

He has questioned Ukraine’s sovereignty and called for a compromise with Russia, sparking mass protests.

Fico’s party member, Lubos Blaha, blamed the liberal media and progressive politicians for the attack.

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Additionally, the attack on Fico has caused shock and condemnation across the EU, and his controversial policies have been a topic of discussion.

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