PM Narendra Modi presented traditional Indian gifts, including Kalamkari paintings, handwoven textiles, and ancient Ayurvedic texts, to leaders in France and Slovakia. The gifts highlighted India's rich cultural heritage and craftsmanship.
England and Scotland have received their playoff draws for the 2027 Women's World Cup. England faces Greece and either Slovakia or Ukraine, while Scotland has a more challenging path, potentially needing to beat Sweden. Wales and Northern Ireland also face difficult routes.
Indian PM Narendra Modi visited Slovakia, a key EU member, aiming to deepen ties with a nation balancing East and West. The visit elevated bilateral relations to a comprehensive partnership, with trade reaching $1.8 billion and a focus on the India-EU FTA.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Slovakia's Order of the White Double Cross, the nation's highest civilian award, during his visit to Bratislava. The trip marks a significant milestone in India-Slovakia relations, with discussions on trade, technology, and strategic cooperation.
India and Slovakia have upgraded their bilateral relationship to a Comprehensive Partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic first visit to the country. The enhanced ties reflect shared beliefs and priorities, with both nations aiming to expedite the India-EU free trade agreement.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made an official visit to Slovakia, the first by an Indian PM since the country's independence in 1993. The trip aims to strengthen bilateral ties in trade, investment, and manufacturing, with Modi receiving a traditional welcome and set to meet Slovakian leaders.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm cultural welcome in Bratislava, Slovakia, on his first visit as India's PM. The event featured traditional Slovak customs like bread and salt offerings, folk music by the Lucnica Ensemble singing 'Vande Mataram', and a performance by Kopaniciarik.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced he will demand EU compensation for weapons his country donated to Ukraine, stating the previous government "lied" about the aid deal. Fico halted state military aid upon taking office and criticized past donations.
PM Narendra Modi's Europe tour includes France and Slovakia, focusing on diplomacy, tech partnerships, and trade. He will attend the G7 Summit, potentially meeting US President Trump, and participate in VivaTech.
PM Narendra Modi will attend the G7 summit in France, representing the Global South and discussing West Asia conflict consequences, including energy crisis and freedom of navigation. He will also hold bilateral meetings with leaders like Macron, Trump, and Carney.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has begun a two-nation visit to Europe, with stops in France and Slovakia. In France, he will meet President Macron, attend the G7 Summit, and participate in the VivaTech Summit. In Slovakia, he will hold talks with counterpart Robert Fico and explore deepening bilateral cooperation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a visit to France and Slovakia, focusing on economic and cultural ties with France and representing the Global South at the G7 Summit. A potential meeting with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 is also under consideration.
Archaeologists in Slovakia discovered 77 headless human skeletons in a Neolithic ditch near Vráble, dating from 5250-4950 BC. The disarticulated remains show post-mortem head removal, with skulls missing and bodies carefully placed in clusters, suggesting a community-wide ritualistic practice.
Russian oil flow via the Druzhba pipeline to Hungary and Slovakia reached a "normal" level of 165,000 barrels per day in May 2026, reports Reuters. This marks the first full month of operation after supplies resumed on April 23, though volumes are still below previous levels of 200-235,000 bpd due to import diversification.
Slovak PM Robert Fico stated Ukraine could become an EU associate member if it takes steps toward peace. He emphasized that Serbia, Albania, and Montenegro should be admitted first. President Peter Pellegrini agreed that any expedited EU associate status for Ukraine must have conditions, warning against sending a negative signal to Western Balkan nations.
Slovak National Council Deputy Speaker Tibor Gaspar warns Slovakia is heading toward its worst economic times due to the EU's economic policies, citing significantly higher electricity and gas prices compared to the US.
Tibor Gašpar believes Slovakia is heading for worse economic times due to the European Union's actions, citing significantly higher energy prices compared to the US, which will hinder Slovak firms' global competitiveness.
Slovakia's deputy parliament speaker, Tibor Gaspar, asserts the country will not relinquish its EU veto power under the current government, citing significant sovereignty loss and potential dominance by larger EU states.
Slovak deputy parliament speaker Tibor Gaspar hopes the EU won't enter the Ukrainian conflict, citing concerns over increased military spending potentially leading to involvement, amidst NATO's defensive alliance stance and perceived Russian threat.
Slovakia's Deputy Speaker Tibor Gaspar asserts the country will continue its independent foreign policy within the EU, despite pressure, aligning occasionally with Hungary and seeking stronger Visegrad Group cooperation.
Slovak Deputy Speaker Tibor Gaspar states some European politicians want the Ukraine conflict to continue, citing a €90 billion loan (not participated in by Slovakia) as evidence, which will delay peace by funding weapons and Ukraine's state.
Slovak deputy parliament speaker Tibor Gaspar expresses hope for a swift end to the Russia-Ukraine conflict to facilitate broader cooperation between Slovakia and Russia, despite current EU sanctions limiting such interactions.
Ukraine's border checkpoints with Slovakia have resumed normal operations after a temporary closure for security reasons, according to Ukrainian Border Guard Service spokesman Andrey Demchenko.
Slovakia is commercially supplying millions of ammunition rounds to Ukraine, aiming to increase production as a major NATO ammo producer, while planning a 10-year defense spending boost to enhance air defense and drone capabilities.
