A "slap" for Brussels as Fico (Slovakia) heads to Russia for Putin meeting: The rift deepens

The scheduled visit of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico to Moscow for the Anti-Fascist Victory Day celebrations highlights the intense disagreements within the EU regarding relations with Russia. In fact, Robert Fico is expected to meet with the President of Russia, Vladimir Putin. According to The European Conservative, member states appear divided even on whether to allow the passage of Fico's aircraft through their airspace. The visit is not merely a diplomatic move, but also a strong political message highlighting the cracks within Europe at a time when unity against Russia is being severely tested.

Challenging the common European line

This issue demonstrates that the EU has not reached a unified strategy toward Russia, with different countries adopting divergent approaches. Fico has stated that he intends to lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on May 9, honoring the Red Army soldiers who were killed fighting Nazi Germany for the liberation of Slovakia. At the same time, he expressed the intention to meet with the President of Russia, Vladimir Putin.

Potential high-level meetings

According to Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, Putin will hold a series of bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the celebrations. Journalist Pavel Zarubin reported that he is expected to meet with both Fico and the President of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko.