"Trencin is a picturesque city in western Slovakia, best known for its historic castle perched on a rock above the city. Below it, the city center is nestled around a large square lined with cafes and bars. The old town is also home to a magnificent synagogue that was recently renovated and stands as a powerful symbol of Trencin's centuries-old Jewish community. Today, it occupies a central place in the city as both a tourist attraction and a venue for cultural events."
"Trencin is home to around 55,000 people. Like much of Slovakia, the city near the border with the Czech Republic has been affected by depopulation, driven largely by political disillusionment. Many residents are dissatisfied with the left-wing populist government led by Prime Minister Robert Fico, whose cooperation with nationalist forces and confrontational stance toward the European Union and NATO, as well as his pro-Russia policies, have sparked widespread concern."
Trencin is a western Slovak city of about 55,000 residents anchored by a historic castle and a recently renovated synagogue that serves as a cultural center and event venue. The city faces depopulation linked to political disillusionment and widespread dissatisfaction with the left-wing populist government and its nationalist cooperation, confrontational EU and NATO stance, and pro-Russia policies. Regular nationwide protests reflect growing opposition. Trencin is positioning itself as open and international, promoting projects such as a Light Art Festival and the Lively Neighbourhoods program to foster social connection, cultural renewal, and a more progressive local image.
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