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Thousands Protest Velvet Revolution Anniversary in Czech Republic, Slovakia

11/18/2025

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On November 17, thousands of Czechs and Slovaks commemorated the Velvet Revolution's anniversary with protests.
In Slovakia, demonstrators criticized Prime Minister Robert Fico for pro-Russian policies undermining democracy.
In the Czech Republic, Prague protests targeted the ANO party led by Andrej Babis, accused of conflicts of interest.
President Petr Pavel urged Andrej Babis to clarify his intentions regarding conflicts of interest.

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On November 17, thousands of Czechs and Slovaks commemorated the Velvet Revolution's anniversary with protests.
In Slovakia, demonstrators criticized Prime Minister Robert Fico for pro-Russian policies undermining democracy.
In the Czech Republic, Prague protests targeted the ANO party led by Andrej Babis, accused of conflicts of interest.
President Petr Pavel urged Andrej Babis to clarify his intentions regarding conflicts of interest.