20 Aug
Modernization of the Armed Forces Brings Heger and Fico Together. But Slovakia Is Losing What Matters Most: Allies’ TrustBillion-euro investments are gradually transforming the Slovak military and bringing it closer to NATO standards. However, modernization cannot solve all of the country’s weaknesses. Read more |
Slovakia does not want to support the creation of a special tribunal to prosecute Russia for the crime of aggression against Ukraine – and it’s refusing to explain why. Legal experts argue it is essential to fill a gap that currently prevents Russia from being prosecuted for its invasion.
Written by Natália Silenská| Euractiv.sk
As Ukraine defends itself on the battlefield, it also fights an intensifying information war. Across central Europe, Russian disinformation exploits fears, fuels anti-Ukraine sentiment, and undermines trust in democratic institutions. From fake news in Poland to EU scepticism in Slovakia, the Kremlin’s narratives adapt to each country’s vulnerabilities, including Ukraine’s own.
By Aleksandra Krzysztoszek (Euractiv.pl), Kateřina Zichová (Euractiv.cz), Natália Silenská (Euractiv.sk) and Yana Sliemzina (Gwara Media)
After months of "Ukraine fatigue", both Czech public opinion and newsroom are turning their gaze eastward again. Public opinion polls and media analysis have shown that interest in the topic of the Russia war in Ukraine and relates issues has increased among Czechs and the domestic medi
Written by Kateřina Zichová| Euractiv.cz
Translated by Martin Říha| Euractiv.cz
With the presidential elections upcoming in Poland, Maciej Maciak, a candidate and journalist known for disseminating Russian propaganda and openly expressing admiration for Vladimir Putin, is among those vying for the presidency.
Written by Krzysztof Ryncarz| Euractiv.pl