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Slovak Minister's Russia Call Sparks Ukrainian Backlash

7/3/2025

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Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár ignited controversy with his call for cooperation with Russia, drawing sharp criticism from Ukrainian official Andrii Sybiha. Prime Minister Robert Fico, who has long favored pro-Kremlin policies, is under fire for his government's growing ties to Russia and its recent decision to suspend military aid to Ukraine.

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Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár ignited controversy with his call for cooperation with Russia, drawing sharp criticism from Ukrainian official Andrii Sybiha. Prime Minister Robert Fico, who has long favored pro-Kremlin policies, is under fire for his government's growing ties to Russia and its recent decision to suspend military aid to Ukraine.