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Slovak PM Fico Rejects Zelensky Amid Sanctions Controversy

6/29/2025

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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico declared on June 28 that he would not meet with Ukrainian President Volodyr Zelensky, alleging that Zelensky "hates" him. This statement comes after Slovakia's controversial move to block EU sanctions against Russia, marking a significant shift in Fico's approach to Ukraine, as he halts military aid and raises concerns over gas prices.

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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico declared on June 28 that he would not meet with Ukrainian President Volodyr Zelensky, alleging that Zelensky "hates" him. This statement comes after Slovakia's controversial move to block EU sanctions against Russia, marking a significant shift in Fico's approach to Ukraine, as he halts military aid and raises concerns over gas prices.