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Slovakia Declares Emergency After Fatal Bear Attack

4/4/2025

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In a shocking turn of events, Slovakia has declared a state of emergency after a bear attack claimed the life of a 59-year-old man. In response, the government intends to cull up to 350 brown bears, stirring controversy as environmental groups fight back, claiming this action breaches EU directives and urging for safer, preventive solutions instead.

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In a shocking turn of events, Slovakia has declared a state of emergency after a bear attack claimed the life of a 59-year-old man. In response, the government intends to cull up to 350 brown bears, stirring controversy as environmental groups fight back, claiming this action breaches EU directives and urging for safer, preventive solutions instead.