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Slovakia Prime Minister Robert Fico Survives Assassination Attempt

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Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot multiple times in a shocking assassination attempt, but is expected to survive. President Zuzana Caputova condemns the brutal attack.

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico was gravely wounded in an assassination attempt that shocked the nation. The populist leader was shot multiple times while greeting supporters at an event in Handlova, sparking fears of escalating political tensions. President Zuzana Caputova denounced the attack as 'brutal and ruthless,' highlighting the bitter divides within Slovakia. Fico's condition remains critical, with concerns that the country may be on the brink of civil unrest.

The world reacted with shock and horror to the news of Fico's shooting, with world leaders condemning the violence against the Prime Minister. Despite the life-threatening condition, there is hope that Fico will pull through. The suspect behind the assassination attempt has been detained, providing a small sense of relief to the Slovakian people.

In a surprising turn of events, Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico is no longer in immediate danger after the assassination attempt. The resilience of Fico in the face of such a grave threat has captivated the global audience. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the fragile political landscape in Europe, where even the highest officials are not immune to violence.

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Slovakia PM Robert Fico in critical condition after being shot (Aljazeera.com)

Slovak prime minister taken to hospital as President Zuzana Caputova condemns 'brutal and ruthless' attack.

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Slovakia's populist prime minister shot in assassination attempt (INQUIRER.net)

Slovakia's populist prime minister, Robert Fico, was shot multiple times and gravely wounded Wednesday while greeting supporters at an event.

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Roots of Robert Fico's shooting lie in Slovakia's bitter divides (POLITICO.eu)

Minister fears country is “on the verge of civil war” after attempted assassination.

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Slovakia's populist prime minister shot, shocking Europe before ... (NPR)

Robert Fico was shot multiple times and gravely wounded Wednesday, but his deputy prime minister said he believed Fico would survive.

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An assassination attempt against Slovakia's prime minister, Robert ... (The Economist)

On May 15th this took a savage turn, when an unknown assailant shot Mr Fico while he was greeting constituents in Handlova, a town 140km east of Bratislava, the ...

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Slovakia's Prime Minister Fico shot multiple times in 'politically ... (CNN)

The attack took place after an off-site government meeting in the central Slovak town of Handlova. The suspected gunman was among a small crowd of people ...

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Slovakia's Prime Minister shot outside Bratislava (Vatican News)

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico has been shot and injured in an apparent assassination attempt outside the capital Bratislava. The motives of ...

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World reacts to Slovakia Prime Minister Robert Fico being shot (Aljazeera.com)

World leaders decry attack against Fico, who was shot several times and is in 'life-threatening condition'.

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Slovakia's premier Robert Fico injured in assassination attempt (Financial Times)

Suspect detained after populist prime minister shot several times while greeting people in town of Handlová.

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Slovakia's Prime Minister Fico expected to survive after being shot (FRANCE 24)

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico isno longer in a life-threatening condition after he was shot in an assassination attempt when leaving a government ...

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Thursday Briefing: Slovakia's Leader Was Shot (The New York Times)

Robert Fico, Slovakia's prime minister, was shot five times and critically wounded yesterday. Officials said the attack appeared to be an assassination ...

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Slovakia leader 'stabilized' after five hours in surgery following ... (CNN)

Slovakia's prime minister, Robert Fico, is in a stable but serious condition after being shot five times and undergoing surgery, his deputy said Thursday, ...

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Slovakia's PM Robert Fico no longer in 'life-threatening situation' (Financial Times)

Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico's life is no longer at risk, but his condition remains “very serious” after he was repeatedly shot in an assassination ...

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Slovakia PM Robert Fico in 'very serious' condition after being shot (Aljazeera.com)

Deputy PM Kalinak says Fico is stable post-surgery after being shot five times in an attempted assassination.

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Slovakian PM Robert Fico in 'stable but serious' condition after ... (The Guardian)

Hospital director says Fico underwent five hours of surgery with two teams to treat multiple gunshot wounds.

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Who is Robert Fico? Slovakia's PM was the target of an ... (The Associated Press)

Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico is in life-threatening condition after being wounded in a shooting after a political event Wednesday afternoon.

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Slovakia's PM Robert Fico shot, expected to survive: What we know ... (Aljazeera.com)

The Slovak prime minister was shot multiple times on Wednesday in an assassination attempt.

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Slovakia's prime minister in stable but 'very serious' condition after ... (CNBC)

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico is expected to survive an assassination attempt following surgery, according to the country's deputy prime minister.

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Slovakia PM Fico in serious but stable condition, shooting fuels fears ... (NBC News)

Slovakia's populist prime minister was in "very serious" condition, officials said Thursday, after being shot multiple times in an attempted assassination ...

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Fico shooting could trigger media crackdown in Slovakia, editors fear (The Guardian)

Journalists voice concern after senior figures from ruling coalition blame independent outlets and opposition parties for incident.

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What to Know About the Shooting of Slovakia's Prime Minister ... (The New York Times)

Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot five times and has undergone emergency surgery. His condition remains serious, officials said.

What we know about the assassination attempt on Slovakia's prime ... (NPR)

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico sustained multiple gunshot wounds at a political event in central Slovakia. Police have a suspect in custody.

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How Slovakia's toxic politics left PM fighting for his life (Financial Times)

Allies of Robert Fico threaten clampdown after assassination attempt in climate of death threats and disinformation.

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Robert Fico: 'Lone wolf' charged in assassination attempt, minister ... (The Associated Press)

BANSKA BYSTRICA, Slovakia (AP) — Slovak authorities charged a man Thursday with attempting to assassinate Prime Minister Robert Fico, saying he acted alone ...

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'He was not radical': Slovakia tries to make sense of Fico shooting (The Guardian)

Friends in town of Levice say 71-year-old showed no signs of planning attack, while Slovakian president says climate of hate is collective work.

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Slovak authorities charge 'lone wolf' with assassination attempt on ... (NPR)

Slovak authorities charged a man Thursday with attempting to assassinate the populist Prime Minister Robert Fico, saying the suspect acted alone in a ...

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Slovakian ministers blame media and opposition for attack on Prime ... (Euronews)

Slovakia's interior minister refrained from specifying the motivation behind the attack on Prime Minister Robert Fico but pointed fingers at media outlets ...

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Images show scene after Slovakia's Prime Minister was shot | CNN (CNN)

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot after a government meeting and is being treated in hospital, the country's state news agency reported ...

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