
Safer, smarter, and better protected? Czech govt. passes a bundle of new bills
This week, the government has either passed or made advancements in laws relating to security, education, and digitization.
Prague street named after Soviet marshal has been officially rebranded
As of today, the three-kilometer Koněvova Street in Prague 3 has officially become Hartigova Street, named after the first mayor of Žižkov.
Lipavský to Bloomberg: West must support Ukraine until complete victory
According to Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský, asking Ukraine to make territorial concessions to Russia would backfire for the West later down the line.
Putin: 1968 invasion of Czechoslovakia was 'a mistake'
According to the Russian president, the Soviet Union's actions in the 1950s and 1960s 'strained relations' more than needed.
Karlovy Vary spa put under Czech sanctions list, but continues to operate
A new report has found that the Russian-owned sanatorium has received concessions from the state, allowing it to continue its operation.
Russian imperial policy poses major security threat to Czechia, warns PM
At the Czech ambassadors' meeting today, Prime Minister Fiala also cautioned against underestimating China.
Czechia commemorates 55th anniversary of deadly Warsaw Pact invasion
President Petr Pavel, Prime Minister Petr Fiala, and other senior members of the government paid tributes to those who lost their lives in 1968.
Russian singer accuses Czechia of censorship after show gets cancelled
Following political pressure from Prague City Council, the Municipal House has decided to cancel Anna Netrebko's October concert.
Prague coalition recommends canceling Russian singer's concert in Prague
According to Prague Deputy Mayor Jiří Pospíšil, Russian singer Anna Netrebko's ties to Russian President Vladimir Putin justify the cancelation.
Russia simplifies its visa application process for Czech tourists
A new electronic visa option moves away from the paper-based alternative and removes visits to foreign embassies.
Czechia joins G7 in pledging long-term support for Ukraine's security
Czechia's decision aims to provide security guarantees and assistance against potential Russian aggression.
A record number of Czechs married foreigners last year
The conflict in Ukraine boosted the number of marriages between Czechs and Russians.
WTA hits back at Czech Republic for banning Russian tennis players
The Women's Tennis Association has expressed surprise at the stance of Czech authorities on the eve of the Prague Open.
Czechia files lawsuit against Russia over illegal property use
According to the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Russia uses the rent-free buildings for non-diplomatic purposes.
Moscow criticizes Czechia's human rights record, Prague tells Russia to 'get out of Ukraine'
Russia accused Czechia on social media of shortcomings in the human rights and free speech areas.
News in brief for July 20: Top headlines for Czechia on Thursday
Czechia dramatically reduces reliance on Russian gas, Kundera cremated in Paris, and more top stories for July 20, 2023.
Czech crime center: Russia launching more cyberattacks, democratic countries at risk
Today's release of an annual report on Czechia's security shows that cyber-based threats from pro-Russian groups are particularly pronounced.