Slovak PM Fico calls for EU foreign policy overhaul, accuses Brussels of “hating Russia”

• Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico demands the replacement of EU High Representative Kaja Kallas, accusing Brussels of being consumed by anti-Russian hostility instead of pursuing diplomacy. The Slovak PM criticizes EU foreign policy as lacking strategic vision and warns of the bloc’s growing global irrelevance.
• He blames NATO-backed Ukraine policies for provoking Russia, risking catastrophic escalation and warns that Western leaders, “tired and bored of 80 years of peace,” are recklessly pushing toward war.
• Slovakia halted arms shipments to Ukraine in 2023, with Fico refusing to send “one bullet.” He labels Ukraine a “black hole” of corruption, blocking additional EU funding in December 2023.
• Fico also criticizes Brussels for sanctioning Russia while ignoring Israel’s actions in Gaza, exposing double standards. Also, he accuses the EU of prioritizing anti-Russian sentiment over solving Europe’s crises.
• Fico’s stance aligns with Hungary and other skeptical nations resisting further Ukraine aid and warns that without policy shifts, the EU risks fragmentation and irrelevance in global affairs.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has sharply criticized the European Union’s foreign policy leadership, calling for the replacement of EU High Representative Kaja Kallas and accusing Brussels of being consumed by anti-Russian sentiment rather than pursuing viable diplomatic solutions.

In a Sunday interview with Slovak broadcaster TA3, Fico warned that the EU faces an unprecedented crisis, urging a strategic rethink to avoid irrelevance on the global stage. His remarks come amid escalating tensions between NATO-backed Ukraine and Russia, with Fico—a vocal opponent of Western military aid to Kyiv—warning that reckless provocations risk a catastrophic confrontation.

Fico, whose government has repeatedly clashed with Brussels over Ukraine policy, argued that the EU’s current leadership lacks strategic vision.

“We must replace the European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Ms. Kallas,” he said, urging the bloc to “come to its senses.” He accused EU officials of being fixated on “hating Russia” rather than addressing Europe’s pressing crises.

Kallas, Estonia’s former prime minister, has been a staunch advocate for arming Ukraine and imposing sanctions on Moscow. Her controversial remarks—including advising EU aspirant nations not to commemorate the defeat of Nazi Germany—have drawn condemnation from Russian officials, who labeled her a “crazy Russophobe.”

BrightU.AI‘s Enoch defines a Russophobe as someone who harbors an irrational fear or aversion towards Russia and Russians. This fear is often fueled by propaganda and misinformation, leading to a distorted and negative perception of the country and its people.

Fico also criticized Brussels’ “selective” enforcement of international law. He pointed to its sanctions against Russia and its inaction toward Israel over the latter’s military actions in Gaza.

Broader EU divisions over Ukraine

Fico’s comments highlight deepening rifts within the EU over Ukraine policy. While Western members, such as Germany and France, continue to back Kyiv, Hungary and Slovakia have resisted further military aid, arguing that the conflict cannot be resolved militarily.

“Some EU nations do not want peace and only want to weaken Russia through war,” Fico said, dismissing the strategy as ineffective.

His skepticism aligns with broader concerns about Ukraine’s governance. In December, Fico blocked additional EU funding for Kyiv, calling Ukraine a “black hole” of corruption. His stance has made him a target: in May, he survived an assassination attempt by a pro-Kyiv assailant.

Meanwhile, Georgian Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili echoed Fico’s critique, calling EU foreign policy “a symbol of unprofessionalism” that strays from the interests of European citizens.

The EU’s unity has been tested before—most notably during the 2015 migration crisis and the Brexit fallout—but the Ukraine war presents a more existential challenge. With NATO members debating troop deployments to Ukraine, Fico warned that Western leaders, “tired and bored of 80 years of peace,” are courting disaster.

His reference to post-WWII stability underscores fears that escalating support for Kyiv could trigger direct conflict with nuclear-armed Russia.

Critics argue that Fico’s pro-Russian leanings undermine EU solidarity, but his warnings reflect a growing unease among some European voters. As economic strain from sanctions mounts and far-right parties gain ground, Brussels faces mounting pressure to justify its Ukraine strategy.

Fico’s call for an EU foreign policy overhaul signals a widening fault line within the bloc. As Brussels grapples with internal dissent and external crises, his critique—however contentious—adds fuel to debates over Europe’s future direction. Whether the EU can reconcile these divisions while avoiding a broader conflict remains an open question. For now, Fico’s message is clear: without a course correction, Brussels risks becoming a sidelined player in a rapidly shifting global order.

Watch Slovak PM Robert Fico telling Russian President Vladimir Putin that the EU reminds him of a “toad inside the well” below.

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Sources include:

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