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Why Fico’s EU critique reflects Slovak politics more than European reality [COMMENTARY]

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01.01.2026

At a time when the European Union is grappling with internal divisions, strategic uncertainty, and growing debates over its future direction, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has openly questioned the bloc’s sustainability.

Speaking during a plenary session of Slovakia’s parliament, Fico warned that the EU risks collapse if it continues to drift away from what he described as its sovereignty, traditions, and historical roots. His remarks, unusually blunt for a sitting EU leader, echo wider tensions inside the Union between advocates of deeper integration and governments that frame Brussels as increasingly detached from national identities.

He warned that if the European Union does not uphold its sovereignty, traditions, and historical roots, it risks 'collapsing.” These remarks were made during a plenary session of Slovakia's parliament.

Fico also commented on the new US national security strategy, which claims that the EU has abandoned its core values and leadership role. He expressed agreement with this assessment.

“Can we be upset with the US Vice President for saying the EU has completely forsaken its traditions? No, he's right. If the EU continues on this path and neglects its........

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