Police Chief Denies Political Motivation Behind Investigation of Opposition-Linked NGO

Police President Tibor Gašpar rejected accusations that the investigation of Projekt Fórum, a non-governmental organization, was politically motivated. Gašpar, responding to claims from opposition Progressive Slovakia leader Michal Šimečka, insisted the investigation was legitimate and could reveal who actually received funds that may have been obtained fraudulently. The police chief repeatedly dismissed allegations that the probe represented political revenge or a targeted campaign. Projekt Fórum faces suspicions of subsidy fraud, according to Smer-SD parliamentary deputies. The investigation has drawn political controversy, with Progressive Slovakia, the largest opposition party, alleging the case is part of a broader pattern of political persecution by the ruling government led by Robert Fico's Smer-SD party.