Slovakia Prime Minister in Danger: Assassination Attempt on Slovakia's Robert Fico Shakes Europe

PeopleOther ♦ Published: May 15, 2024; 23:02 ♦ (Vindobona)

A serious attack on Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico has shaken Europe. A 71-year-old man shot Fico after a meeting and is in critical condition.

The attack took place immediately after Fico had left a cabinet meeting in Handlová, a town in the heart of Slovakia. A 71-year-old man, identified as J.C. from Levice, emerged from the crowd and opened fire on the prime minister. According to eyewitnesses, several shots were fired and Fico was seriously injured. The Prime Minister suffered gunshot wounds to the arm and abdomen and was…