EXPLAINED: Understanding a former Czech PM's secret police controversy
The controversy reflects the broader challenge of how Czechia reconciles its communist past with the realities of current leadership.
Populist ANO party tops Czech EP elections amid right-wing EU wave
Although the government still has more seats in the EP than ANO, substantial losses for some coalition parties spell bad news for the prime minister.
Forbes reveals its 2024 billionaires list: See how the richest Czechs rank
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The majority of Czech billionaires on the list, who specialize in industries such as energy, real estate, and tech, saw their net worth grow in 2023.
EXPLAINED: How Ex-PM Andrej Babiš landed in hot water after hitting 'send'
The leader of the opposition sent an e-mail – to the wrong recipient – asking to dig up dirt on current Foreign Affairs Minister Jan Lipavský.
'Russia can do whatever it wants': Czech leaders condemn Trump statements
Over the weekend, Trump surprisingly said that the US would not defend attacked NATO countries if they did not contribute enough to the alliance's budget.
POLITICO: Ex-PM Babiš compared to Trump for attack on postal voting
Debate has been raging in the past week on introducing postal voting in Czechia – Babiš has said the system is a 'threat to democracy.'
Former Czech PM congratulates Robert Fico on victory in Slovak election
Andrej Babiš praised Robert Fico on his election win, wishing for a government prioritizing the welfare of its citizens and Slovak interests in Europe
Populist ANO movement would win general election, poll shows
According to a new poll, the Andrej Babiš-led party would get around one third of the total votes in a general election held this summer.
Czechia takes step toward tightening ban on politicians' media ownership
If passed, the updated law will prevent members of parliament from broadcasting and publishing print and online news.
Czech leaders discuss new US defense deal, upcoming NATO summit
President Petr Pavel, Prime Minister Petr Fiala, and opposition leader Andrej Babiš met on Friday to discuss foreign policy and national security.
Czech MPs want to tighten ban on top politicians' media ownership
In a meeting next week, the government coalition is seeking to include a stricter ban on media ownership.
Former president Zeman calls for ex-PM Babiš to stay in politics
Zeman praised the former prime minister's personality, but criticized aspects of his campaign.
Corruption still prevalent in Czechia according to worldwide ranking
Transparency International says Czechia has been treading water for 15 years and lacks the courage to make needed reforms.
Foreign media: Pavel's win is a change in direction for Czechia
Newspapers noted that Pavel’s pro-Western stance will be a big shift from Zeman’s favoring of Russia and China.
Star Wars or Chanel: Vote for the best Pavel vs. Babiš meme
Despite a tense month in Czech politics, the absurdity of the Pavel-Babiš presidential race has not gone unnoticed in the social sphere.
The Czech first lady: An overlooked, yet important, role for Czechia
Life as the partner of the Czech president brings little official power, but lots of responsibility.
Babiš walks back debate comments about not defending Poland, Baltics
In the televised debate, former prime minister Andrej Babiš had to be reminded of Czechia's obligations under its membership to NATO.
