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Slovakian Prime Minister Survives Assassination Attempt in Dramatic Shooting Incident

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Prime Minister Robert Fico narrowly escapes life-threatening injuries in shocking assassination attempt. Read more here!

Slovakia was rocked by a shocking incident as Prime Minister Robert Fico narrowly escaped an assassination attempt during a meet-and-greet with supporters. Fico, a populist leader with pro-Russian leanings, was shot in the stomach after four shots were fired, leaving him in a serious condition. The country is reeling from the brazen attack that took place outside a government meeting, highlighting the fragility of political leadership in the region.

In a surprising turn of events, Slovakia's Defense Minister Robert Kalinak debuted a rapid-fire mortar at a local defense show, showcasing the country's military capabilities amidst the political turmoil. The attempted assassination of Fico has sent shockwaves across Europe, with leaders condemning the attack and calling for a thorough investigation into the incident. As Fico fights for his life, the nation anxiously awaits further developments in this unprecedented crisis.

The rise of Robert Fico, likened to borrowing from Trump's playbook, has drawn attention to the growing trend of extreme positions in Slovakian politics. Fico's close alignment with Viktor Orbán and his polarizing policies have polarized the nation, leading to heightened tensions and culminating in the violent attack on the prime minister. The incident has sparked debates on the state of democracy and political discourse in Slovakia, raising concerns about the stability of the government amidst escalating tensions.

Despite the chaos, Slovakia remains resilient as President Zuzana Caputova condemns the brutal attack on Fico, emphasizing the need for unity and peace in the wake of the assassination attempt. The close call for Fico serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by political figures in today's volatile climate, prompting soul-searching and calls for unity in the face of adversity.

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Slovakia prime minister Robert Fico shot and injured (The Guardian)

Populist leader was meeting crowd of supporters when he was hit in stomach after four shots were fired, reports say.

Slovakia's populist, pro-Russian prime minister is shot and seriously ... (WUFT)

Prime Minister Robert Fico is in life-threatening condition after being wounded in a shooting after a political event Wednesday, according to his Facebook ...

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Slovakia's PM Robert Fico in life-threatening condition after ... (FRANCE 24)

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico suffered life-threatening injuries when he was shot and wounded in an attempted assassination on Wednesday, the government ...

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Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico Shot (Forbes)

Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot Wednesday outside a government meeting, according to the European country's state news agency TASR, ...

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Slovakian PM fighting for life after being shot by 'assassin, 71' (Daily Mail)

Fico, 59, was shot in Handlova, north-east of Bratislava, following a Slovak government meeting while he greeted adoring crowds outside the House of ...

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Slovakia debuts rapid-fire mortar at local defense show (DefenseNews.com)

Defense Minister Robert Kalinak presented the weapon during the country's flagship defense fair in the capital of Bratislava.

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Slovakia PM shooting live: Robert Fico in hospital after being shot ... (BBC News)

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has been shot a number of times in what officials are calling an assassination attempt · He is in a life-threatening condition, ...

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'He is borrowing from Trump': the rise of Robert Fico, Slovakia's ... (The Guardian)

The veteran politician shot and wounded on Wednesday, is a fan of Viktor Orbán and has embraced ever more extreme positions to retain power.

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An assassination attempt against Slovakia's prime minister, Robert ... (The Economist)

On May 15th this took a savage turn, when an unknown assailant shot Mr Fico while he was greeting constituents in Handlova, a town 140km east of Bratislava, the ...

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Robert Fico: Slovakia prime minister in life-threatening condition ... (Sky News)

Robert Fico was shot after a government meeting - with a bloodied man detained at the scene. European leaders have condemned the attack and officials say ...

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Slovakia PM Robert Fico in 'life-threatening condition' after shooting (Aljazeera.com)

Slovakia prime minister taken to hospital as President Zuzana Caputova condemns 'brutal and ruthless' attack.

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Slovakia's PM Fico in life-threatening condition after assassination ... (Morning Star Online)

SLOVAKIA'S Prime Minister Robert Fico was reportedly in a life-threatening condition after being wounded in a shooting after a political event yesterday ...

Slovakia's populist, pro-Russian prime minister is shot and seriously ... (WUNC)

Prime Minister Robert Fico is in life-threatening condition after being wounded in a shooting after a political event Wednesday, according to his Facebook ...

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Slovakia PM shooting latest: Putin ally Robert Fico in life-threatening ... (The Independent)

The Slovak prime minister has been taken by helicopter to a hospital in Bratislava.

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World reacts to Slovakia Prime Minister Robert Fico being shot (Aljazeera.com)

World leaders decry attack against Fico, who was shot several times and is in 'life-threatening condition'.

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Fico's assassination attempt reveals Slovakia's serious polarisation (EURACTIV)

The assassination attempt against Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico exposed deep divisions in Slovak society, which his controversial ruling style polarised ...

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Roots of Robert Fico's shooting lie in Slovakia's bitter divides (POLITICO.eu)

Minister fears country is “on the verge of civil war” after attempted assassination.

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Slovakia PM Robert Fico not in life-threatening condition - deputy PM (BBC News)

Tomas Taraba says Prime Minister Robert Fico's surgery has gone "well" after he was shot several times.

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Slovak premier Robert Fico critically injured in shooting (Financial Times)

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot multiple times on Wednesday, leaving him with life-threatening injuries, his office said.

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Slovakia's Prime Minister Fico expected to survive after being shot (FRANCE 24)

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico isno longer in a life-threatening condition after he was shot in an assassination attempt when leaving a government ...

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Slovakia's Robert Fico stable but still in serious condition, hospital ... (The Guardian)

Hospital director says Slovakia PM has stabilised but remains in a critical condition after he was shot several times on Wednesday.

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Slovakia's PM Robert Fico no longer in 'life-threatening situation' (Financial Times)

Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico's life is no longer at risk, but his condition remains “very serious” after he was repeatedly shot in an assassination ...

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Slovakian PM 'fighting for his life' after assassination attempt (Sky News)

A 71-year-old suspect has been arrested following the shooting, which took place in broad daylight as Robert Fico was visiting the town of Handlova.

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Slovakia PM Robert Fico in 'very serious' condition after being shot (Aljazeera.com)

Deputy PM Kalinak says Fico is stable post-surgery after being shot five times in an attempted assassination.

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Slovakia PM shooting: Man charged with attempted murder as ... (The Independent)

Slovak populist prime minister shot in stomach during meeting with supporters in Handlova.

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Slovakian PM Robert Fico in 'stable but serious' condition after ... (The Guardian)

Hospital director says Fico underwent five hours of surgery with two teams to treat multiple gunshot wounds.

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Slovakia leader 'stabilized' after five hours in surgery following ... (CNN)

Slovakia's prime minister, Robert Fico, is in a stable but serious condition after being shot five times and undergoing surgery, his deputy said Thursday, ...

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Slovakia's PM Robert Fico shot, expected to survive: What we know ... (Aljazeera.com)

The Slovak prime minister was shot multiple times on Wednesday in an assassination attempt.

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What we know about the Slovakia shooting suspect (Sky News)

The man suspected of shooting Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico is reportedly a 71-year-old former security guard at a shopping centre, the author of ...

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Fico shooting could trigger media crackdown in Slovakia, editors fear (The Guardian)

Journalists voice concern after senior figures from ruling coalition blame independent outlets and opposition parties for incident.

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