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Slovakia Halts Military Aid to Ukraine, Seeks New Negotiations

1/12/2026

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On January 10, 2026, Slovak President Peter Pellegrini and Prime Minister Robert Fico announced Slovakia will end military support to Ukraine and will not send troops or back EU loan guarantees, noting the government had previously blocked a 40 million euro aid package.
Fico cited the EU crisis and urged unity.
Slovakia will negotiate about Ukraine despite halting military aid.
Fico supports Ukraine's European integration and opposes NATO membership.

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On January 10, 2026, Slovak President Peter Pellegrini and Prime Minister Robert Fico announced Slovakia will end military support to Ukraine and will not send troops or back EU loan guarantees, noting the government had previously blocked a 40 million euro aid package.
Fico cited the EU crisis and urged unity.
Slovakia will negotiate about Ukraine despite halting military aid.
Fico supports Ukraine's European integration and opposes NATO membership.