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The country's central bank warns that Slovakia’s industrial sector is losing competitiveness. This decline is due to stagnating productivity and rising labor costs, which are noted to exceed the European Union average by more than twice.

Central Europe is experiencing extreme temperatures, with Slovakia and Austria recording their highest temperatures ever. Both countries have set new record highs.

Slovakia and Austria recorded all-time high temperatures during a severe heatwave, with Slovakia's Kamenica nad Hronom hitting 41.4°C (106.5°F) and Austria's Bad Deutsch-Altenburg reaching 41.2°C (106.1°F). This follows record-breaking heat in the Czech Republic and Hungary earlier this summer, as Europe experiences an exceptionally hot and dry season linked to rapid climate change.

Slovakia and Austria recorded new record high temperatures during a severe heat wave, with Slovakia's Kamenica nad Hronom reaching 41.4°C and Austria's Bad Deutsch-Altenburg hitting 41.2°C. The Czech Republic and Hungary also set all-time highs earlier in the summer, as Europe experiences an exceptionally hot and dry season linked to rapid climate change.

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with leaders from Slovakia, Namibia, Cambodia, Thailand, and Kazakhstan in July 2026, including discussions in Beijing and Shanghai during the World AI Conference. He also hosted North Korean Premier Pak Thae-song in Beijing after a June meeting with Kim Jong-un. Xi has met 26 national leaders this year, including US President Donald Trump, with three more anticipated.

Chinese President Xi Jinping urged cooperation with Slovakia in clean energy, robotics, and artificial intelligence amid EU-China trade tensions. Slovak President Peter Pellegrini is on a three-day visit to China, the first by a Slovak head of state in 16 years, as the nations strengthen relations.

The U.S. Senate Foreign Affairs Committee advanced Doug Mastriano's nomination as ambassador to Slovakia on party lines. Mastriano, nominated by President Donald Trump, faces scrutiny over his 2020 election-related activities, including hosting Trump lawyer Rudy Giuliani and attending the Jan. 6 rally. The committee heard testimony about his military background and NATO experience.

Congress is seeking clarification from Piyush Goyal on a proposed U.S. Bill that would impose 100% tariffs on India for purchasing Russian oil. Other countries including China, Slovakia, Hungary, and Azerbaijan also face similar tariffs under the legislation, while 15 European countries importing Russian gas are exempt.

The article warns about a scam involving fake CAPTCHA popups on sketchy websites that redirect users to sites mimicking antivirus alerts through web notifications. Users must block these notifications via browser settings to mitigate the scam. The content includes some Slovak language references due to the user's location in Slovakia.

Macron hosts Zelenskyy, Starmer, and Merz in Paris for Ukraine-related discussions. The EU has imposed new sanctions against Russia for cyber attacks targeting EU countries, including France, Germany, Poland, Cyprus, the Netherlands, Austria, Slovakia, Romania, and Finland. Russia's cyber activities involve espionage and sabotage of critical infrastructure.

Slovakia has suspended short-stay visas for Russian tourists through the summer. The Association of Tour Operators of Russia stated this measure is unlikely to cause major issues, as Slovakia is not a popular destination for Russian tourists.

Slovaks will vote in a referendum on canceling lifelong payments for populist Prime Minister Robert Fico and other leaders after their terms end. The referendum, organized by the Democrats opposition party with over 350,000 signatures, also addresses reopening the special prosecutor and National Criminal Agency, which were abolished in 2024 by Fico’s government amid public protests.

Slovaks will vote in a referendum to decide whether to cancel lifelong payments for Prime Minister Robert Fico and other leaders after their terms end, and to reopen the special prosecutor and National Criminal Agency offices. The referendum follows a petition by the Democrats party and a 2024 assassination attempt on Fico, which led to the introduction of the payments for politicians.

A heatwave affecting central and eastern Europe has led to record temperatures in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, and the Balkans, while Ukraine implemented power outages due to grid strain. Romania experienced a violent storm following its heatwave, highlighting the region's extreme weather challenges.

A heatwave linked to hundreds of deaths in western Europe is spreading east, with Poland, Czechia, and Slovakia bracing for record temperatures over 40C. Over 191 million people in Europe face temperatures of at least 35C, as extreme heat warnings are issued in Germany, Czechia, Poland, and Hungary.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico will oppose NATO's proposal to secure multi-billion dollar weapons and military support contracts for Ukraine. He plans to consult with Slovak officials to ensure the national delegation attends the July 7-8 NATO summit in Ankara without approving further military loans or financial contributions for Kyiv.

A 30-year-old man in Hungary was arrested for collecting human body parts from abandoned cemeteries and his hospital workplace. Police found skulls, bones, and other body parts in his apartment, and he admitted to eating some. He is being held on suspicion of illegal use of human bodies.

A 30-year-old man in Hungary was arrested for collecting human body parts from abandoned cemeteries and his hospital workplace. Police found skulls, a leg, a hand, and other parts in his apartment, with the man admitting to dissection and consumption of body parts. He is being held on suspicion of illegal use of human bodies.

The leaders of Poland, Czechia, Slovakia, and Hungary are holding their first Visegrád Group summit in over two years, reviving the format after it was frozen since Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The UK’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigned, with former Manchester mayor Andy Burnham likely to replace him, and the European Parliament will allow staff to work abroad up to 10 days annually starting July 1.

Romania and Slovakia are seeking EU approval for a mass bear cull. European agriculture ministers have largely supported the request.

Czech public broadcasters staged a warning strike against a government plan to shift funding from user fees to the state budget, which critics argue could threaten media independence. The plan, approved by Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's coalition government, would reduce funding by 15% and lead to layoffs and program cancellations.

Eastern Europe is expected to experience temperatures significantly above the early July average through next week, with peak highs between 35C and 40C in southern Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, and northern Balkans. Typhoon Mekkhala, the seventh typhoon of the season, strengthened east of Luzon with sustained winds of 75mph and is projected to reach peak intensity by Tuesday-Wednesday, remaining over the Philippine Sea.

Thousands of Czechs protested against a government plan to shift public broadcaster funding from fees to the state budget, fearing threats to media independence. Critics, including international media organizations, argue the move could enable political control, similar to situations in Slovakia and Hungary.

The article humorously describes an MEP releasing a dove in the European Parliament as a peace symbol and a similar incident with the Pope, followed by assigning political affiliations to various bird species based on their traits.

PM Modi returned to New Delhi after a two-nation visit to France and Slovakia. He addressed the Indian diaspora, stating India is becoming a 'trusted partner' to the world.

Czechia and Slovakia have criticized the European Commission's planned methane regulation workaround, arguing it creates an impossible situation for oil and gas importers. The dispute highlights tensions over regulatory approaches to methane emissions in the energy sector.

India and Slovakia have decided to elevate their bilateral ties to the status of a Comprehensive Partnership, as announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico highlighted shared interests and expressed admiration for India's achievements across various fields.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Bratislava to strengthen trade and investment ties with Slovakia. This is the first visit by an Indian leader to the country since its 'velvet divorce' from the Czech Republic.

PM Modi arrived in Slovakia for the second leg of his two-nation visit. He is the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Slovakia since its independence in 1993.

PM Modi arrived in France for the first leg of a two-nation visit to France and Slovakia, where he will attend a summit. He highlighted India's presence at the G7 as a reflection of trust from partners and its growing global influence.

PM Modi is traveling to France and Slovakia.

Prime Minister Modi stated he will voice the Global South's aspirations at the G7 summit during his upcoming visits to France and Slovakia. He expressed confidence that these visits will strengthen India's engagement with Europe and the G7.

Poland and Slovakia seek full reimbursement for past arms deliveries to Ukraine using €6.6 billion from the European Peace Facility (EPF), while Germany and Scandinavian countries advocate redirecting the funds directly to Ukraine. The disagreement highlights a division within the EU over the allocation of emergency financial resources.

Researchers have discovered dozens of headless human skeletons in a ditch in Slovakia, which they believe date back 7,000 years.

Researchers discovered dozens of headless human skeletons in a ditch in Slovakia, dating back 7,000 years.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico rejected German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's proposal to grant Ukraine associate EU membership status without voting rights during accession negotiations. Fico argued the EU should prioritize other candidate countries instead, while Ukraine concerns that temporary arrangements could delay its full membership bid.

President Donald Trump has nominated Kari Lake and Doug Mastriano to diplomatic posts as ambassadors to Jamaica and Slovakia respectively. Both nominations require Senate confirmation. They previously lost gubernatorial bids in Arizona and Pennsylvania.

Alan Bill, a Slovakian national, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and was given a 16-year sentence for his role in running Kingdom Market. The platform was used by drug dealers and cybercriminals from March 2021 to December 2023. Bill admitted to his involvement in January.

Ukraine is targeting the Druzhba pipeline to disrupt Russian oil supplies to the EU, aiming to stop Hungary and Slovakia from continuing purchases. The move exploits perceived weaknesses in EU unity under Brussels.

The EU is set to approve a €90bn loan for Ukraine and new sanctions against Russia after Hungary and Slovakia withdrew their opposition following the reopening of the Druzhba oil pipeline. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy denied claims of proposing to rename the Donbas region 'Donnyland' in honor of Donald Trump.