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Slovakia Prime Minister Robert Fico Shot: Shocking Incident Unfolds After Political Event

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Slovakia's Prime Minister fighting life-threatening injuries after being shot at a political meeting. Find out the latest updates on this shocking incident!

Slovakia's Prime Minister, Robert Fico, was plunged into turmoil as news broke of a life-threatening attack on him after a political event. The populist, pro-Russian leader was shot multiple times, sending shockwaves through the nation. President Zuzana Caputova condemned the brutal attack, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation. Fico, known for his controversial political stance, was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. The attempted assassination has sparked fear and concern across Slovakia.

In a dramatic turn of events, Robert Fico, a prominent figure in Slovakian politics, now fights for his life after sustaining serious injuries. The shooting outside a government meeting in Handlova has left the country in disbelief. Local media reports detailed the alarming incident, highlighting the vulnerability of political figures in today's society. The attempted assassination has prompted widespread discussion on political security and the safety of leaders in Central Europe.

As the world watches with bated breath, the statement from President Joe Biden expressing concern over the attack resonates globally. The alliance and solidarity among world leaders in such trying times reflect the importance of unity in the face of adversity. The rise of Robert Fico and his controversial ideologies, reminiscent of other populist leaders, draws attention to the volatile nature of modern-day politics. Fico's shooting serves as a stark reminder of the risks involved in holding public office and the challenges faced by leaders in navigating turbulent political landscapes.

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

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

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

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 shot, fighting 'life-threatening' injuries (CNA)

BRATISLAVA: Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico was battling life-threatening wounds on Wednesday (May 15) after officials said he was shot multiple times ...

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Slovakia's PM Robert Fico shot outside government meeting, official ... (ABC News)

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico has been shot after a government meeting in the city of Handlova. An official has described the 59-year-old's ...

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Slovakia's Prime Minister Wounded in Shooting (TIME)

(BRATISLAVA, Slovakia) — Slovakia's populist Prime Minister Robert Fico was wounded in a shooting Wednesday afternoon and taken to hospital.

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Slovakia's Prime Minister wounded in attack (The Business Times)

Slovakia's populist prime minister, Robert Fico, was injured in an attack on Wednesday (May 15), according to the country's president. Local media reported that Fico had been shot and wounded in the town of Handlova, where he had been meeting with ...

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Slovakian prime minister Robert Fico injured in shooting (The Guardian)

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

Statement from President Joe Biden on Attempted Assassination of ... (The White House)

I am alarmed to hear reports of an attack on Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico. Jill and I are praying for a swift recovery, and our thoughts are with his ...

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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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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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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's Prime Minister Fico shot multiple times in 'politically ... (CNN)

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico was hospitalized on Wednesday after he was shot five times in an assassination attempt that shocked the country.

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Slovakia's premier Robert Fico injured in assassination attempt (Financial Times)

Suspect detained after populist prime minister shot several times while greeting people in town of Handlová.

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Shooting of Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico (CNN)

Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico is expected to survive after being shot five times in what officials described as a politically motivated assassination ...

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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 prime minister no longer in life-threatening condition after ... (CNBC)

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico is expected to survive an assassination attempt following surgery, according to the country's deputy prime minister.

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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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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 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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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 PM Fico's condition still 'very serious' after surgery (Reuters)

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico was in a "very serious" but stable condition on Thursday, a hospital official said, after he was shot five times in an ...

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Slovakia's PM Robert Fico shot, stable after surgery: What we know ... (Aljazeera.com)

What happened in Slovakia and when? Fico was injured on Wednesday in a shooting deemed by the government as an assassination attempt. The prime minister was ...

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Slovakia PM Fico in serious but stable condition, shooting fuels fears ... (NBC News)

Slovakia's populist prime minister was in "very serious" condition, officials said Thursday, after being shot multiple times in an attempted assassination ...

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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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What to Know About the Shooting of Slovakia's Prime Minister ... (The New York Times)

Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot five times and has undergone emergency surgery. His condition remains serious, officials said.

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Whether Robert Fico survives and resumes office or not, Slovakia ... (The Guardian)

The shock of an assassination attempt could heal deep divisions Fico exploited, but the omens are not promising, says author and broadcaster John Kampfner.

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Shooting of PM blamed on 'lone wolf' amid tensions in polarized ... (CBC.ca)

Slovak authorities have charged a man with attempting to assassinate Prime Minister Robert Fico, saying the suspect acted alone in a politically motivated ...

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How Slovakia's toxic politics left PM fighting for his life (Financial Times)

Allies of Robert Fico threaten clampdown after assassination attempt in climate of death threats and disinformation.

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Slovakia tries to rebottle genie of hate after Fico shooting (POLITICO.eu)

Ruling coalition politicians pour out anger on social media despite calls for calm and reconciliation.

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'He was not radical': Slovakia tries to make sense of Fico shooting (The Guardian)

Friends in town of Levice say 71-year-old showed no signs of planning attack, while Slovakian president says climate of hate is collective work.

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Robert Fico: 'Lone wolf' charged in assassination attempt, minister ... (The Associated Press)

He referred to the suspect — who was charged with premeditated murder — as a “lone wolf” who did not belong to any political groups, though he said the attack ...

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Slovakian ministers blame media and opposition for attack on Prime ... (Euronews)

Slovakia's interior minister refrained from specifying the motivation behind the attack on Prime Minister Robert Fico but pointed fingers at media outlets ...

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Why assassination attempt on Slovakia's PM Robert Fico will ... (ABC News)

Officials have described Mr Fico's shooting as politically motivated. "But that's not important now," says Milan Nic, a former Slovak government adviser from ...

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Robert Fico: why the attempted assassination of Slovakian prime ... (The Conversation AU)

Russia is already capitalising on the situation, while government ministers are blaming the media for spreading 'hate'.

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Images show scene after Slovakia's Prime Minister was shot | CNN (CNN)

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot after a government meeting and is being treated in hospital, the country's state news agency reported ...

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