Slovakia is one of the EU’s most vulnerable countries to disinformation, much of which is now being amplified even by its own government. Experts warn that instead of countering Russian propaganda, Slovakia’s leadership is using it as a political tool to gain and maintain power.
Written by Natália Silenská | EURACTIV.sk
Hundreds of thousands of Ukrainian refugees have arrived in Czechia since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Today, they are not just receiving protection – they’re paying back more in taxes than they cost the state. Employers say many sectors would struggle without them.
Written by Barbora Pištorová | EURACTIV.cz
After Russian airstrikes devastated Kharkiv's power infrastructure in spring 2024, restoring electricity became a national priority for Ukraine and a key focus of international aid.
Written by Olena Klymenko | Gwara Media
Ukraine is striving for European Union membership, aiming to open additional negotiation clusters this year. Experts argue that its accession could not only strengthen Central and Eastern Europe but also drive reforms within the EU itself.
By Aleksandra Krzysztoszek, Euractiv.pl