Czechia joins international effort to protect shipping in Strait of Hormuz
The country is among 14 nations backing safe passage in the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions and Iranian threats to commercial shipping.
Washington presses Prague on defense spending as Russian threat grows
Top Czech and US officials gathered at Prague Castle Thursdsay for a security conference where two themes dominated.
Thousands gather in Prague to mark anniversary of Ukraine invasion
Around 8,000 people gathered in Old Town Square to honor Czech volunteers, show solidarity with Ukraine, and urge the government to protect foreign aid.
Four years after the Russian invasion, has Czechia's stance on Ukraine shifted?
As the Russian invasion of Ukraine marks four years, Czech political rhetoric is changing as refugees continue to integrate across the country.
Will Czechia keep Ukraine’s ammunition flowing? Understanding the 'Prague Pipeline'
A Jan. 7 meeting will decide if Czechia continues coordinating Ukraine’s ammo program, with major consequences for European security.
Czechia joins Europe's defense pivot proposing 'administrative' conscription
Czechia's chief of staff says he wants to increase the country's crisis-preparedness before it's too late and see how many people can fight for the state.
Czech president: Trump's Ukraine peace deal must not punish the victim
President Pavel and other Czech officials caution that leaked U.S. proposals risk punishing Ukraine and destabilizing European security.
Czechia among countries under 'major' migration strain, EU says
An influx of Ukrainian refugees since 2022 has prompted Czechia to request an exemption from paying the EU more funds to help other migrants.
Czech PM backs Ukraine strikes on Russian infrastructure at London meeting
Petr Fiala supports Ukraine targeting Russian energy and military sites, joining international efforts to pressure Moscow and curb war financing.
Czech election 2025: Where parties stand on 6 issues that could reshape daily life
From visas and housing to defense and education, see what parties promise and how likely those changes are to affect life in Czechia.
EU, NATO plan anti-drone wall while Czechia ramps up air defense
The development comes after multiple Russian violations of EU airspace, though the idea is causing division among some EU states.
Prague skies set for dramatic jet color display over Charles Bridge today
At 4 p.m. fighter jets from the British Royal Air Force fly over the Czech capital: people are advised to watch at riverfront or elevated viewpoints.
Czechia sends special ops unit to Poland in wake of Russian drone incursion
Czech helicopters and troops are deploying to Poland amid NATO tensions after repeated Russian drone incursions over Eastern Europe.
Russian drones over Poland put Czechia on full alert
The overnight violation of Polish airspace by Russian drones has sparked warnings from Czech leaders about growing regional threats.
New doc sends Czech Putin sympathizers to Ukraine, premieres on ’68 invasion anniversary
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Three Czechs swayed by Russian propaganda face the war’s reality in Change My Mind, a new film premiering on the anniversary of the 1968 invasion.
Czech leaders on Trump-Putin summit: 'A dangerous gift to the aggressor'
Czech officials reacted critically to the Alaska meeting between Trump and Putin, stressing Russia's focus on expansion, not peace.
What to do in war or disaster: Czech households to receive new survival guide
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A new emergency handbook based on the “72-hour” concept will be mailed to all Czech homes this autumn, detailing survival tips for major crises.
