Parliament Erupts Over Overseas Voting Changes as Opposition Brings Petition

A heated confrontation disrupted parliamentary proceedings as lawmakers debated restrictions on overseas voting rights. Members of Progressive Slovakia (PS), an opposition liberal party, brought petition sheets to the chamber floor during the debate. Parliamentary Speaker Peter Pellegrini ordered the removal of PS caucus leader from the session in response to the disruption. The confrontation highlights growing tensions over proposed changes to Slovakia's electoral laws that would limit the ability of Slovak citizens living abroad to participate in elections. Progressive Slovakia has been vocal in opposing the restrictions, which they argue would disenfranchise expatriate voters who have traditionally supported pro-Western opposition parties.