EU told Slovakia that its reforms risked irreparable damage' to rule of law
The European Commission warned Slovakia about potential damage to the rule of law before the approval of controversial legal reforms.
The reforms, which critics say protect the prime minister's political and business allies, include scrapping a special prosecutor's office and lowering penalties for financial crimes. [ more ]
Is Slovakia on a fast track to illiberalism? DW 01/15/2024
Robert Fico, who returned to power in Slovakia, is pushing fast-track changes to the justice system that many fear pose a threat to the rule of law.
The planned changes would scrap the special prosecutor's office, limit protection for whistleblowers, and reduce sentences for financial crimes. [ more ]
Peter Pellegrini wins Slovakia's presidential election with 53.85% of the vote.
The ruling nationalist coalition in Slovakia is opposed to providing Ukraine with military aid, and the election outcome may impact the country's alignment with Russia. [ more ]
Slovakia's presidential election candidates are Peter Pellegrini and Ivan Korcok.
Opposition candidate Korcok supports providing Ukraine with military aid, while Pellegrini believes the war in Ukraine can't be ended militarily. [ more ]
A pro-Western career diplomat faces an ally of the populist premier in Slovakia's presidential vote
Pro-Western career diplomat Ivan Korcok faces close ally of populist Prime Minister Robert Fico, Peter Pellegrini, in tight Slovakian presidential runoff.
Victory for Pellegrini would solidify Fico's power and potentially diminish Slovakia and EU's pro-Ukrainian stance on key matters. [ more ]
Slovakia: Surgery once again a condition for gender change DW 01/12/2024
Transgender individuals in Slovakia face challenges and discrimination in their daily lives.
Slovakia does not legally recognize same-sex marriage or civil unions, making it difficult for LGBTQ+ individuals to have their identities recognized and protected. [ more ]