Slovakia: September election likely after failed referendum
By DW
29 January 2023 |
3:31 pm
Caretaker Prime Minister Eduard Heger has been unable gain a new majority in parliament and plans to call an early election this fall. Some fear the result could threaten liberal democracy in Slovakia.
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