In a major blow to the anti-corruption rhetoric of the Slovak ruling coalition, the parliament in Bratislava has rejected a request for the arrest of ex-prime minister Robert Fico.
Fico faces charges of abusing his powers, under a scheme the prosecutor described as a "criminal group" operating during the previous government.
"Justice has lost a battle," Igor Matovič, leader of the main government OLaNO party commented after the vote on late Wednesday (4 May). "It is one of many we...
Enjoy access to all articles and 25 years of archives, comment and gift articles. Become a member for as low as €1,75 per week.
Already a member? LoginLucia Virostkova is a Slovak freelance journalist.
Lucia Virostkova is a Slovak freelance journalist.