
Fico’s Trip Troubles Reflect EU’s Ongoing Russia Rift
Several EU countries have refused the Slovak PM’s request to fly over their countries on his way to the Russian May 9 Victory Day celebrations.

Several EU countries have refused the Slovak PM’s request to fly over their countries on his way to the Russian May 9 Victory Day celebrations.

Ahead of Russia’s Victory Day commemorations, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania have barred the Slovak PM from their airspace.

This is not the first time Russia has violated Estonian territory, prompting a diplomatic backlash.