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Summary for: Czech news in brief for March 3: Tuesday's top morning headlines
President to address Chamber for first time
Politics update
President to address Chamber for first time
President Petr Pavel will address the Chamber of Deputies for the first time in the current election period Tuesday afternoon. Lawmakers are set to discuss a Senate amendment giving the Supreme Audit Office authority to review Czech Television and Radio finances, the creation of Czech Flag Day, and other bills. Pavel will also meet the Chamber leadership amid debates over the state budget and pending immunity votes for Babiš and Okamura.
Safe arrival
First flights from Middle East reach Prague
The first Smartwings flight carrying Czech tourists from the Middle East since the U.S. attack on Iran landed at Václav Havel Airport early Tuesday. About 200 passengers, including families and travelers from Thailand and Dubai, returned safely. A second flight from Oman is expected later Tuesday, with another planned from Dubai. The Czech government is also sending military aircraft to assist citizens in the region. Smartwings said it will partially resume flights to Dubai from Tuesday.
Stock market performance
Prague Stock Exchange index fell on Monday
The Prague Stock Exchange slipped early this week as global markets reacted to U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, which killed top officials including Iran’s Supreme Leader. The PX index fell 0.8 percent to 2,649.69 points, dragged down by banks, while energy giant ČEZ rose 3.8 percent on higher oil and gas prices. The koruna weakened to 20.78 per dollar and 24.27 per euro amid ongoing regional uncertainty.
Embassy protests
Protestors gather outside US Embassy in Prague
About 40 people protested outside the U.S. Embassy in Prague’s Lesser Town Monday evening against U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, calling them violations of international law. Organized by the Initiative Against War, demonstrators waved Iranian and Venezuelan flags and criticized military action. Police increased security around U.S. and Israeli sites, though Interior Minister Lubomír Metnar said the situation in the Czech Republic remained stable.
Useful map app
Prague's new app shows free-pee zones
Prague’s Technical Road Administration (TSK) launched a new map application showing currently occupied public spaces, including construction zones, film shoots, and private terraces. Users can check availability, apply online for permits, and see which businesses allow free public restroom access. The tool, part of TSK’s digital services, also tracks requests, pricing, and contract details, streamlining applications and increasing transparency for residents and businesses across the city.
