In Slovakia, Robert Fico’s party has echoed Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s stance by threatening to block Ukraine’s EU membership. Both leaders seem aligned in their rhetoric, creating obstacles for Kyiv while advancing narratives favorable to the Kremlin.

The Hlas party has joined this trend, criticizing Ukraine’s decision to stop Russian gas transit as a “breach of trust.” They are pushing for the issue to be addressed at the next coalition council. Their statement mirrors Hungarian Foreign Ministry claims and includes threats to reconsider Slovakia’s support for Ukraine’s EU accession.

“If President Zelenskyy wishes to be seen as a partner, he must act accordingly,” the Slovak populists declared, overlooking Fico’s own divisive actions and statements that undermine solidarity within the EU.