Slovakia Faces Massive Protests Against Prime Minister's Pro-Russia Policies

Large numbers of protesters gathered in Slovakia to demonstrate against Prime Minister Robert Fico's pro-Russian stance, as an estimated 42,000 to 45,000 individuals convened in Bratislava's Freedom Square on February 7, 2025. The demonstrators were vocal in calling for Fico's resignation, echoing chants such as 'Resign, resign' and 'Slovakia is Europe.' Public discontent was further exacerbated by Fico's recent visit to Moscow and his anti-EU remarks, sparking the most significant protests seen since 2018. Despite accusing the protesters of collaborating with foreign entities, the Prime Minister failed to provide any evidence to support his allegations.