US EditionFico slams Zelensky amid Moscow Victory Day security concerns
- Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico and Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic plan to attend Moscow's Victory Day parade on May 9, 2025, marking the 80th anniversary of Nazi Germany's defeat.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned of potential security risks for foreign leaders visiting Moscow and rejected Russia's proposed three-day ceasefire coinciding with the celebrations.
- Fico criticized Zelensky's warnings as incorrect and disrespectful, emphasizing Russia's pivotal role and immense sacrifices in defeating Nazism, while rejecting EU pressure and threats related to his planned attendance at the Victory Day event.
- Kaja Kallas, the EU's top diplomat, warned that participation in Moscow's May 9 parade would bring consequences, including possible stalling of Serbia's EU membership talks due to their attendance.
- The decision by Fico and Vucic to attend reflects a sovereign assertion amid EU opposition, highlighting tensions over national autonomy and interpretations of historical commemoration during ongoing conflict.
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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico condemned Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelenski for warning "foreign delegations not to come" at Russia's Victory Day parade on 9 May. Zelenski said on 3 May that Ukraine can't guarantee...
There are secrets surrounding Prime Minister Robert Fico's trip to Moscow; his program in Russia is unknown.
The Embassy of Ukraine in Slovakia expressed regret over the anti-Ukrainian statements of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico and the accusations against Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Fico slams Zelensky amid Moscow Victory Day security concerns
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico on May 4 condemned President Volodymyr Zelensky for warning "foreign delegations not to come" to Russia's Victory Day parade on May 9.Zelensky on May 3 said Ukraine cannot guarantee the safety of foreign officials planning to attend Russia’s Victory Day parade in Moscow on May 9, warning Russia could orchestrate provocations, including "arsons, explosions, or other actions," and attempt to blame Ukraine. Russia …
The Prime Minister of Slovakia, Robert Fitso, confirmed on Sunday that he intended to visit Moscow next week to participate in the celebration of the 80th anniversary of victory over Nazism.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fizzo has not given up plans to go to Moscow for a parade until May 9.
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