Czechia among 17 EU countries calling for swifter return of rejected asylum seekers
According to the group of over 15 states, the current framework is outdated and no longer suitable, harming national and continental security.
Slovak town declares state of emergency after fatal weekend bear attack
Politicans are calling for the culling of 30 bears that are regularly seen near human dwellings; a similar attack took place in in the same area in 2021.
Czechia's new defense strategy calls for strengthening of NATO's eastern flank
At the same time, Ukraine's ambassador to the Czech Republic is calling for more stringent sanctions against Russia reflecting security concerns.
Czech Republic’s response to the Middle East conflict: A firm stance on Israel
The country has doubled down on support of Israel, condemning Iranian missile attacks and blocking an EU ceasefire call with Hezbollah.
Czech Foreign Minister Lipavský set to resign amid coalition crisis
Lipavský’s commitment to democratic values and Western alignment has garnered praise, particularly during challenging geopolitical times.
Why Czechia is in danger of missing critical deadline to ensure digital rights
The digital constitution, due to take effect in February, guarantees citizens the right to access public services online.
EXPLAINER: Why this weekend's regional elections are shaking up Czech politics
The opposition ANO party claimed a large 35 percent of the vote, issuing a serious warning to the government coalition ahead of the 2025 general election.
Trump vs Harris: Czech political analysts weigh in on US presidential debate
A strong display from Vice President Kamala Harris on issues surrounding abortion and the Russia-Ukraine war gave her the edge over Trump, analysts say.
President Pavel on Biden speech and why Czechia should care about US election
In an interview following US president's televised speech, Czech President Petr Pavel called the withdrawal 'the gesture of a statesman.'
Czech leaders respond to Biden's exit from the US presidential race
Czech leaders and political analysts speak out after the current president and Democratic nominee's 'unprecedented' withdrawal from the election Sunday.
Czech leaders condemn attack on US presidential candidate Donald Trump
Prime Minister Petr Fiala and others have responded to what the FBI are investigating as an assassination attempt on Trump at a campaign rally.
EXCLUSIVE: Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský on why diplomacy begins with respect
Expats.cz spoke with the senior cabinet politician about Czechia’s position on the world stage, his own political tests, and the country’s biggest threats.
EXPLAINED: What landmark election results in France, UK mean for Czechia
A new left-wing government in the UK and a hung parliament in France could affect global policy on Ukraine, EU legislation, and bilateral relations.
INTERVIEW: US Ambassador Bijan Sabet on why Czech-US relations are stronger than ever
Expats.cz asked Ambassador Bijan Sabet about the health of Czech-American ties in a changing world.
Czechia hosts largest NATO summit in over 20 years: Why does it matter?
The Czech prime minister, president, NATO head, US secretary of state and numerous other foreign leaders will convene to discuss global security.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico hospitalized following assassination attempt
The PM was shot on Wednesday afternoon as he walked out into the crowd after a cabinet meeting.
Weekly news recap: Ledecká triumphs, Pavel waves his pen, and activists disrupt art
Also this week in Czechia: Slovakia and Hungary say no to joining Czechia's ammo drive for Ukraine, Fiala talks energy, and more for March 18-22, 2024.