The weakness, dependence, and short-sightedness of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's energy policy pose threats to the whole of Europe,” said Ukraine's foreign ministry.

In a move that has sent shockwaves across Europe, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico visits Moscow to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Defying EU sanctions and criticisms, Fico is pushing for a gas deal with Russia,

Prime Minister Robert Fico’s surprise visit to Moscow on Sunday, reportedly to discuss natural gas and Ukraine, was a blow to European unity against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.