Czech leaders call US strike on Iran justified: 'Threat to the entire world'
Czech PM Petr Fiala and Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský acknowledged the serious threat posed by Iran’s nuclear program.
The foreigners who stayed: What it's like for expats living in wartime Ukraine
Life in Kyiv is hard under curfews and air raids, but for these expats, staying means standing with Ukraine: Expats.cz speaks with those who call it home.
Czechia open to 5 percent defense budget spend: What that means for the economy
President Pavel said the country is willing to boost defense spending to 5 percent of GDP if NATO agrees. But what would this mean for the economy?
U.S. approves major radio sale to Czechia to boost NATO communications
U.S. approves $181M sale of L3Harris radios to Czechia, boosting secure communications and strengthening NATO’s eastern flank amid rising tensions.
Czech officials skeptical of Putin's Easter ceasefire amid ongoing attacks
Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský and others have expressed doubts over the announced Easter truce, citing ongoing air raids and general mistrust.
Czech leaders say Russia's 'barbaric' attack on Sumy is proof it doesn't want peace
In the wake of the attack, which occurred on Palm Sunday, and killed dozens including children, officials called for tougher action against Moscow.
President Pavel signs military incentive law, offering recruits up to CZK 1 million
The increased benefits of military service intend to attract mid-level professionals in electrical engineering and IT, says the defense ministry.
Czechia sees surge in donations for Ukraine amid Trump-Zelenskyy tensions
Donations to Ukraine in Czechia surged following the Ukrainian president's White House visit last week; the funds will help buy a Black Hawk helicopter.
INTERVIEW: Anastasiia Sihnaievska on what expats and refugees can teach each other
The co-founder of Voice of Ukraine discusses the 'battlefield of the mind,' combat geese, and building a new life in Czechia.
Czech president slams Trump’s 'cynical' labeling of Zelenskyy as a dictator
Petr Pavel called out the U.S. President's remarks, pointing out that Ukraine cannot hold elections under Russian occupation and wartime law.
Czech Interior Minister: No temporary protection for Ukrainians after war ends
Ukrainian refugees will lose temporary protection the day after the war or a ceasefire; the Interior Ministry advises they apply for standard residency.
Czech military chief: Russia won't get friendlier, army 'must grow'
As EU leaders rush to meet in response to the U.S.' bilateral talks with Russia this week, the Czech army head has issued a stark warning.
What Trump’s inaugural speech means for Europe’s future and Czechia’s role
Trump’s inaugural speech signals a shift in U.S. foreign policy with potential implications for Europe and Czechia.
How is Czechia preparing citizens for conflict? A new plan has answers
Given the long-term deterioration of European security, defense officials aim to enhance the public's survival skills via expanded education and training.
1,000 days of war: Czech leaders double down on support for Ukraine
Czech President Petr Pavel said he strongly supports Ukraine’s use of U.S.-supplied missiles to strike Russian targets.
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.
Czechia’s largest-ever military purchase of F-35 fighter jets moves ahead
The US Department of Defense has signed a USD 422 million contract with Lockheed Martin to deliver 24 fighter jets to Czechia.
