Mass Protests Erupt in Slovakia Against Fico's Government

Tens of thousands rally across nearly 30 cities, opposing the premier's alleged prorussian policies and authoritarian shift.

Protests on Friday saw approximately 100,000 participants nationwide, with 60,000 gathering in Bratislava alone, marking the largest demonstrations in years.
Demonstrators voiced opposition to Prime Minister Robert Fico's government, accusing it of pursuing a prorussian agenda and undermining democratic values.
Fico dismissed calls for his resignation, alleging foreign interference and claiming opposition-backed plans for destabilization, though no concrete evidence was provided.
The protests were organized by the initiative 'Mier Ukrajine' (Peace for Ukraine) and allied groups, emphasizing Slovakia's alignment with European values over closer ties to Russia.
Fico's government remains under pressure as its slim parliamentary majority faces challenges from internal dissent and opposition-led no-confidence motions.