Peter Pellegrini Wins Slovak Presidential Election, Strengthening Pro-Russian Stance

The victory marks a significant shift in Slovakia's political landscape, as Pellegrini vows to support the government's pro-Russian agenda.

Peter Pellegrini wins the Slovak presidential election with 53.26% of the vote, solidifying pro-Russian Prime Minister Robert Fico's influence.
Pellegrini's victory represents a shift away from the outgoing liberal president, emphasizing support for the government's pro-Russian agenda.
Presidential powers in Slovakia include vetoing laws and nominating constitutional court judges, potentially affecting Fico's controversial reforms.
Fico's coalition has halted Slovak official arms shipments to Ukraine, criticizing Western influence in the conflict.
Opposition candidate Ivan Korcok, who supported arming Ukraine, conceded defeat and criticized Pellegrini's campaign tactics of spreading fear.