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Robert Fico’s allies warn of political war – they will use it to justify the dismantling of our democracy

In Slovakia, we know what ‘restoring order’ means. After the PM’s shooting, it will be an excuse to suppress any opposition, says writer Monika Kompaníková

The Guardian - UK

Assassination attempt opens Slovakia’s wounds, some linked to PM Fico

A top minister warns the country is ‘on the edge of a civil war’ as political polarisation reaches dangerous heights.

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Slovak PM Fico Critical After Shooting, Hungary PM Reacts

Slovak Prime Minister Fico shot at public event, in critical condition. European leaders condemn attack, nation awaits updates on his health.

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Slovak Prime Minister Survives Assassination Attempt

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico survives assassination attempt in Handlova, raising concerns about political tensions and future direction of the country.

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Suspect in shooting of Slovak prime minister is escorted to his home as police search for evidence

A man charged with attempting to assassinate Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has been escorted by police to his home

The Independent UK

A look at assassinations and assassination attempts this century

Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico was seriously wounded in an apparent assassination attempt just weeks before a Europe-wide election that has been deeply divisive

The Independent UK

Friday briefing: What’s behind the increase in violent attacks on Europe’s politicians?

In today’s newsletter: The shooting of the Slovak prime minister, Robert Fico, was the first attempt on the life of a European head of state since 2003 – and reflects a growing polarisation across the continent

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Putin Thanks Xi For Ukraine Peace Proposals, Fico Survives Assassination Attempt

Putin thanks Xi for Ukraine advice; Slovakia charges in Fico assassination attempt reveal political tensions.

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Marjorie Taylor Greene pushes wild conspiracy theory about Slovakia PM’s shooting: ‘No wonder they shot him’

The Slovakia Prime Minister remains in stable but serious condition after attack by ‘lone wolf’ in European country

The Independent UK

Rising Political Violence Threatens European Union Elections

Assassination attempt on Slovak PM Fico underscores Europe's political tensions and safety concerns before EU elections.

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Global Political Assassinations And Attempts In 21St Century

Explore a list of notable political assassinations and attempts on world leaders during the 21st century, highlighting the need for enhanced security measures.

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Europe in shock: What next after shooting of Slovak leader Fico?

A black swan moment. The assassination attempt of populist Slovak leader Robert Fico has shocked both Slovaks and Europeans. But in hindsight it is easy to point to security lapses and a climate of verbal violence in a country that finds itself increasingly polarised. Our guests take a look.

France 24

‘He was not radical’: Slovakia tries to make sense of Fico shooting

Friends in town of Levice say 71-year-old showed no signs of planning attack, while Slovakian president says climate of hate is collective work

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on the shooting of Slovakian PM Robert Fico: an attack on democracy

Editorial: The assassination attempt has shocked the country, but reflects deep divisions there and across Europe

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Robert Fico: why the attempted assassination of Slovakian prime minister could fuel the information war between Russia and Europe

The assassination attempt on Slovakian prime minister Robert Fico on May 15 has sent a shockwave through Europe. Unfortunately political assassinations are not unheard of in this part of the world – indeed, Slovakia itself continues to reverberate from the 2018 assassination of investigative journalist Jan Kuciak, an act which…

The Independent UK

Slovakian PM Fico ‘not out of the woods yet’ as suspect charged with attempted murder over shooting

Officials warned Robert Fico was not ‘out of the woods’ yet with doctors racing to stabilise his condition

The Independent UK

Who is the alleged suspect in the shooting of Slovakian PM Robert Fico?

Juraj Cintula, 71, has been named in local media reports as the man accused of carrying out gun attack in Handlova

The Guardian - UK

Whether Robert Fico survives and resumes office or not, Slovakia stands on the brink

The shock of an assassination attempt could heal deep divisions Fico exploited, but the omens are not promising, says author and broadcaster John Kampfner

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'I Was Trying To Take A Picture' With Slovak PM When He Was Shot: Witness

Richard Krajcik was hoping to get a selfie with Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico in the main square of his hometown of Handlova when shots rang out.

The Guardian - UK

Fico shooting could trigger media crackdown in Slovakia, editors fear

Journalists voice concern after senior figures from ruling coalition blame independent outlets and opposition parties for incident

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Robert Fico stable after shooting as Slovakia’s president-elect calls for unity

Peter Pellegrini says PM ‘escaped death by a hair’ and urges people to temper their emotions after ‘we crossed a red line’

France 24

‘Lone wolf’ suspect in Slovak PM’s shooting charged with attempted murder

The suspect in the shooting of Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico was charged with attempted murder with premeditation, Interior Minister Matus Sutaj Estok said Thursday. Tuesday’s shooting attack was “politically motivated”, Sutaj Estok added.

The Independent UK

Slovakian PM shooting: How the attempted assassination of Robert Fico unfolded

After the suspect fired five shots at Slovakian prime minister Robert Fico, plainclothes officers quickly tackled the shooter to the ground

Evening Standard

Who is Robert Fico? Controversial Slovakian prime minister recovering in hospital after shooting

Deputy PM has said the government leader will pull through after being taken to hospital

The Conversation

Who is Robert Fico? Slovakia’s controversial prime minister in stable but serious condition after assassination attempt

Slovakian prime minister Robert Fico remains in a serious condition after an assassination attempt on May 15. He was shot multiple times at close range after coming out of a meeting at a cultural centre in the town of Handlová. A man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder.

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