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European Socialists Expel Slovakia's Fico Over Pro-Russian Ties

10/18/2025

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The Party of European Socialists (PES) expelled the Slovak Smer-SD party, led by Prime Minister Robert Fico, after a two-year suspension for pro-Russian leanings and nationalist politics.
The PES congress in Amsterdam voted unanimously to expel Smer-SD.
Robert Fico dismissed the expulsion as irrelevant, saying Smer-SD remains independent.
Fico has faced criticism for his foreign policy, including attending commemorations in Moscow.
He indicated a shift toward alliances with non-aligned groups rather than right-wing blocs.

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The Party of European Socialists (PES) expelled the Slovak Smer-SD party, led by Prime Minister Robert Fico, after a two-year suspension for pro-Russian leanings and nationalist politics.
The PES congress in Amsterdam voted unanimously to expel Smer-SD.
Robert Fico dismissed the expulsion as irrelevant, saying Smer-SD remains independent.
Fico has faced criticism for his foreign policy, including attending commemorations in Moscow.
He indicated a shift toward alliances with non-aligned groups rather than right-wing blocs.