Slovak Prime Minister Fico to Meet Ukrainian President Zelensky in Yerevan

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico will meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Yerevan, Armenia, to discuss bilateral relations and restore the format of joint government sessions between the two countries. The meeting comes as both nations seek to strengthen their relationship despite having differing positions on various issues. The renewed dialogue format suggests an attempt to normalize diplomatic ties between Slovakia and Ukraine, which have experienced tensions over policy disagreements since Fico's return to power in October 2023. Fico, who leads the ruling Smer-SD party, has taken a more critical stance toward military aid to Ukraine compared to the previous Slovak government, making this diplomatic engagement particularly significant for regional relations.