Slovak opposition to call no-confidence vote against Fico government over shift to Russia

Reuters and TASR report that lawmakers from the opposition parties "Progressive Slovakia" (PS), "Freedom and Solidarity" (SaS), "Christian Democratic Movement" (KDH), and the factions of the "Slovakia," "For the People," and "Christian Union" (KU) parties believe Prime Minister Fico is poorly managing the country.

They pointed out issues in Slovakia's healthcare sector, rising prices, and problems with the land registry. Additionally, there were concerns about attempts to challenge Bratislava's foreign policy orientation. 

The opposition states that it does not want the prime minister to "lead Slovakia eastward," as he does not have the authority to do so. 

Reuters mentions that Fico's coalition has become more fragile in recent months, with its majority in parliament shrinking.

• Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico suggested to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that they hold talks near the border to address the issue of blocking gas transit from Russia