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Tens of thousands protest in Slovakia over pro-Russia policies of populist leader Fico

Tens of thousands of people throughout Slovakia are protesting against the government of Prime Minister Robert Fico, despite his warnings about provocateurs linked to the liberal opposition.
The Dennik N website estimated that some 100,000 people across Slovakia attended the protests, with at least 40,000 in the capital alone.
Protesters are angry at Fico for undermining Slovakia's institutions, culture, and position in the EU and NATO, especially regarding his attacks on Ukraine and rapprochement with Moscow.
Protesters chanted in Bratislava, 'Slovakia is not Russia, Slovakia is Europe' and 'We have enough of Fico' and 'Resign.

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