Protests against government of Slovak PM continue in Slovakia – photos

Protests against the policies of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's government began on the evening of Friday, 24 January. The protests are taking place in over 20 Slovak cities under the slogan "Slovakia is Europe". Source: Slovak newspaper Aktuality, as reported by European Pravda

Details: The protests against Fico's government in Slovakia are organised by the Peace for Ukraine initiative and opposition political parties.

Protests were also reported in Poland, Germany, Czechia and Ireland.
The protest in Zilina, Slovakia.Photo: Aktuality

In response to the protests, the police implemented security measures to ensure peaceful and safe demonstrations. The police urged the protesters to respect instructions from police officers and to remain considerate of others during the public gatherings.

The protest in Kosice, Slovakia.Photo: Aktuality

In most Slovak cities, thousands of people have participated in the protests. For instance, in Kosice, media outlets estimated the turnout at around 15,000.

Meanwhile, counter-protests under the slogan "Slovakia is not Ukraine" were announced in some cities.

In Bratislava, about 40 people attended such a demonstration.

Background:

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico claimed that a "coup d'etat" was being prepared in Slovakia with the involvement of the opposition, non-governmental organisations, the media, and a "secret group of foreign experts".
The Slovak opposition, which is attempting to initiate a vote of no confidence in Fico's government, rejects these claims and says they are just a tactic to intimidate Slovaks.

Support UP or become our patron!