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Fico "not very optimistic" about EU agreeing on duties with United States
TASS
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July 2, 2025
BRATISLAVA, July 2. /TASS/. Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico "is not very optimistic" about the possibility of the European Union reaching an optimal agreement on duties with the United States, he said. "I'm not very optimistic. [The US duties]...
CNI Group expands focus on label material business across Europe
Labels & Labelling
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CNI Group, a Hungarian company with roots in paint and coating distribution, is significantly expanding its footprint in the label material industry across Europe. The company operates from facilities in Prague, Czech Republic, Tiszaujvaros,...
Polish state energy giant Orlen celebrates ending final oil contract with Russia
Notes from Poland
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June 30, 2025
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Slovakia threatens to block new EU sanctions over Russian energy
Al Mayadeen
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June 28, 2025
Slovakia warns it will block EU sanctions on Russia, citing energy costs, gas transit fees, and a potential €20B lawsuit from Gazprom if imports are halted. Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico harshly criticized the European Union’s energy policy on...
Slovak PM sees 'no reason' to meet with Zelensky, claims Ukrainian president 'hates' him, after reportedly blocking Russian sanctions
The Kyiv Independent
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June 28, 2025
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said on June 28 that he does not intend to meet directly with President Volodymyr Zelensky, claiming that the Ukrainian president "hates" him, as relations between the two countries continue to sour. Fico's...
Slovakia and Hungary nearing agreement on Gabčíkovo construction
Radio Slovakia International
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Slovakia and Hungary have almost agreed on ending a dispute regarding the construction of the Gabčíkovo-Nagymaros waterworks system that has been dragging on for many years, Environment Minister Tomáš Taraba (a Slovak National Party/SNS nominee)...
Postponement of the 18th EU sanctions package against Russia due to Slovakia’s position
Mezha
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June 30, 2025
European Union ambassadors have decided not to consider the 18th package of sanctions against Russia until Slovakia reaches an agreement with the European Commission regarding the abandonment of Russian gas. This information was provided by an EU...
Slovakia requests to postpone the 18th EU sanctions package against Russia
Mezha
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June 27, 2025
On June 27, during a meeting of European Union ambassadors, Slovakia requested a postponement of the adoption of the 18th package of sanctions against Russia. The main reason for this decision was the need to find an optimal solution to mitigate...
Hungary's Komárom accelerates as hub for electric bus production
CGTN
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June 29, 2025
02:24 A small Hungarian city on the Slovak border is emerging as a key player in Europe's green transition. Komárom is home to a factory run by Chinese automaker BYD, one of the world's leading electric bus makers. The plant, opened in 2017, has...
Slovakia blocks new Russia sanctions while reaffirming support for Ukraine
Radio Slovakia International
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At the EU summit in Brussels, 26 member states reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Ukraine through a joint declaration by European Council President António Costa — opposed only by Hungary. The bloc also agreed to extend existing sanctions...
Slovakia demands delay in vote on Russian sanctions over energy concerns
The Straits Times
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June 26, 2025
Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico attends a press conference in Handlova, central Slovakia May 15, 2025. REUTERS/Radovan Stoklasa/ File Photo Slovakia will not support a new European Union sanctions package on Russia and will demand a delay in...
Slovakia blocks agreement on new EU sanctions on Russia
Ghana News Agency
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June 26, 2025
Brussels, Jun. 26, (dpa/GNA) – Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico said Thursday at a European Union summit in Brussels that he is not ready to back a proposal for new sanctions on Russia, citing concerns over Slovakia’s gas imports. The proposed...
South Korean Actress Lee Seo-Yi Dies At 43 Cause Of Death Unknown
MENAFN
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) South Korean actress Lee Seo-Yi passed away at the age of 43, her manager announced on July 1, in a heartfelt post on Instagram. The actress' abrupt passing on June 20 has left the industry in shock. "A radiant, beautiful,...
Slovakia threatens to veto EU’s new Russia sanctions over energy security concerns
Weekly Blitz
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June 26, 2025
Slovakia threatens to veto EU’s new Russia sanctions over energy security concerns Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has issued a strong warning to the European Union, declaring that his government will block the bloc’s proposed 18th sanctions...
Slovak PM Fico Threatens Veto on EU’s 18th Russia Sanctions Package
Mezha
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June 26, 2025
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico spoke sharply towards journalists during a briefing ahead of the European Union Council. He announced his intention to veto the 18th EU sanctions package against Russia if it is not postponed. This information was...
Slovakia’s economy enters increasingly troubled waters
The Slovak Spectator
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June 26, 2025
Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement Heavily influenced by geopolitical developments and consolidation measures, the growth dynamics of Slovakia’s export-oriented economy have been slowing down....
K-beauty (Korean cosmetics) surpasses the United States in global cosmetics exports
allkpop
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As K-beauty continues to gain global popularity, it was confirmed that for the first time ever, South Korea’s cosmetics exports have surpassed those of the United States. Following last year’s leap ahead of Germany to claim the No. 3 spot in...
Swedish forward, Slovakian goalie lead Red Wings' Day 2 draft haul
The Detroit News - Michigan
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Detroit — Every NHL team is excited this weekend, after the completion of the Entry Draft, with their accumulation of talent into the organization. The Red Wings are no different. Starting with drafting forward Carter Bear Friday in the first...
Hungary, Slovakia prevent recent Russia sanctions
MENAFN
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June 28, 2025
(MENAFN) Hungary and Slovakia have prevented the European Union from adopting its 18th sanctions package against Russia, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto announced. The planned sanctions primarily aimed to reduce Russian energy imports—a...
Hungary, Slovakia block EU sanctions over energy concerns
Xinhua News Agency
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BUDAPEST, June 23 (Xinhua) -- Hungary and Slovakia have blocked a new sanctions package proposed by the European Union (EU), citing threats to national energy security, Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Peter Szijjarto announced...