Slovak PM Robert Fico shot and injured

Slovakia's prime minister, Robert Fico, remains in hospital in serious condition after being shot four times on Wednesday.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico being transported from a helicopter by medics to the hospital — Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has undergone surgery after being shotImage: AFP/Getty Images

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Robert Fico shooting highlights Slovakia's deep polarization

The assassination attempt on PM Robert Fico is indicative of Slovakia's long history of political strife and violence.

Slovakia: PM Fico able to speak, 'lone wolf' suspect charged

Slovakia's president-elect visited Prime Minister Robert Fico in hospital, saying he was able to speak but not easily.

Slovak PM in stable condition after surgery

On Wednesday, Robert Fico was targeted by a gunman during a public event.

Former Slovak PM Heger: Political violence on the rise

Speaking with DW, former Slovak Prime Minister Eduard Heger said "violence has no room in democratic society."

Slovakia: PM Fico shot in 'an attack on democracy'

Slovakian Prime Minister Fico underwent surgery after being shot in an "assassination attempt," his office has said.

Slovak PM Fico severely injured after being shot

Slovakia's PM Robert Fico is out of life-threatening condition after severe injuries from an assassination attempt.

Slovakia: What's changed in Fico's first 100 days in office?

Returning PM Robert Fico's first 100 days in office have been marked by widespread protests at home and unease abroad.

Is Slovakia on a fast track to illiberalism?

Protests have grown in response to the prime minister's judiciary proposals, which many say threaten the rule of law.

Slovakia: Fico's cabinet includes controversial appointments

The cabinet of Slovakia's populist Prime Minister Robert Fico includes some controversial figures.

Slovakia: Is populist PM Robert Fico a threat to EU, NATO?

How much of a risk does the return of nationalist Robert Fico as prime minister pose to EU and NATO unity?

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