Czechia backs new Russia sanctions amid Slovakia’s latest strikes

Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala has acknowledged that his nation will proceed supporting Ukraine and push for the adoption of the 18th package deal of powerful sanctions in opposition to Russia amid latest strikes by Slovakia.

Supply: Radio Prague Worldwide, as reported by European Pravda

Particulars: Fiala mentioned the unity of the European Union is critically necessary and described the latest determination by the Slovak parliament to oblige its ministers to not approve additional sanctions in opposition to Russia as dangerous to European safety.

Quote: "With all due respect, I don’t contemplate the Slovak Parliament’s determination useful for Europe’s safety. Czechia believes that opposing Russia’s aggressive coverage is important. EU unity, particularly in opposition to Russian aggression, is essential."

Extra particulars: The Czech prime minister reiterated that his nation would proceed supporting Ukraine and dealing in direction of the adoption of the 18th package deal of strict anti-Russian sanctions.

Background:

  • On 4 June, Slovak President Peter Pellegrini rejected a petition calling for a referendum on lifting sanctions in opposition to Russia.
  • The petition, launched by the far-right Slovak Revival Motion, gathered 400,000 signatures and was submitted in early Could.
  • The next day, the Slovak parliament handed a decision urging members of the federal government to chorus from supporting additional sanctions or commerce restrictions on Russia in worldwide organisations.
  • Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico later mentioned he would assist holding such a referendum.

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