Robert Fico cited the letter in parliament on Thursday. The Slovak Prime Minister emphasized that his position will not change under any pressure and regardless of how long the December peak lasts. However, he added that he would respect the decision of other member states if they decided to make their own voluntary commitments.
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What did the Prime Minister of Slovakia write in his letter to Antonio Costa?
What is Robert Fico's position on the financing of Ukraine's military spending?
What are Fico's views on the EU's strategy towards the conflict in Ukraine?
What does Fico say about EU sovereignty and values?
Fico criticizes the EU. “If he has to die, let him die”
In his opinion The conflict in Ukraine has no military solutionand the EU's strategy towards this conflict is inappropriate and ineffective. He noted that he supports the peace initiatives and efforts of US President Donald Trump.
Fico quoted the letter during parliamentary interpellations. In parliament, he also referred to the US security strategy. According to him, the document states that the EU is moving away from its basic values. “If the EU continues in this way and does not respect its sovereign policies, traditions and historical roots, it will perish. And if he is to die, let him die” Fico said.
