Assassination Attempt on Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Slovakia's populist Prime Minister Robert Fico was seriously wounded in an assassination attempt but has forgiven his attacker. He believes he was targeted for his Ukraine position contrary to the European mainstream. Fico opposes military aid to Ukraine, EU sanctions on Russia, and Ukraine joining NATO.

Key Points

  • Fico opposes military aid to Ukraine and EU sanctions on Russia.
  • Fico's government aims to overhaul public broadcasting and amend the penal code.
  • Fico's leftist party won Slovakia's parliamentary elections.

Pros

  • Fico forgave his attacker and bears no malice towards him.
  • Fico plans no legal action against the attacker.
  • Fico's recovery progress is promising.

Cons

  • Fico believes he was targeted for his political views on Russia, Ukraine, and EU policies.
  • There are concerns about Fico's government possibly moving towards an autocratic path.