Slovakia’s recent presidential election saw Peter Pellegrini, aligned with pro-Russian Prime Minister Robert Fico, clinching victory, raising concerns over democratic erosion. The European Commission’s warning to withhold funds from Bratislava in response has ignited debate over the effectiveness of such measures. With parallels drawn to Hungary’s Viktor Orban, the EU faces the challenge of halting democratic regression within its member states. Zuzana Gabrižová, editor-in-chief of Euractiv Slovakia, provides insights into navigating this complex political landscape.

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