An ally of Slovakia's populist prime minister is preparing a run for president

Peter Pellegrini, a close ally of Prime Minister Robert Fico, announces his candidacy for the Slovak presidency. Zuzana Čaputova, the first female president, decides not to seek reelection. The first round of the election is scheduled for March 23.

Jan 20, 2024 - 18:30
An ally of Slovakia's populist prime minister is preparing a run for president
Peter Pellegrini, a close ally of Prime Minister Robert Fico, announces his candidacy for the Slovak presidency. Zuzana Čaputova, the first female president, decides not to seek reelection. The first round of the election is scheduled for March 23.