**Slovak Government Under Fire**
The Slovak government is facing protests and criticism from the opposition after Prime Minister Robert Fico claimed that Ukraine was involved in a cyberattack on the country’s national insurance company.
Fico made the claim at an urgent press conference, but provided no evidence to support it. The Foreign Ministry of Slovakia quickly denied the allegation, saying they “categorically reject” any involvement by Ukraine.
The ministry also called on Fico to stop portraying Ukraine as an enemy. They said that Ukraine is a friendly country and that Fico should not look for imaginary enemies there.
**Protests Against Fico’s Government**
Protests against Fico’s government are underway in more than 20 cities across Slovakia. Protesters are calling for a vote of no confidence and expressing discontent with the prime minister’s policies and pro-Russian rhetoric.
The demonstrations have drawn significant crowds, with organizers claiming that 60,000 people participated in the protest in Bratislava’s Freedom Square.
**Russia-Ukraine Conflict**
Meanwhile, the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues to escalate. President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned of a new wave of Russian aggression after Putin expressed willingness to engage in talks with Donald Trump on January 24.
The US Secretary of State has announced new guidance that halts spending on most foreign aid grants for 90 days, which includes funding for military assistance to Ukraine.
**Russian Losses**
Russia’s losses are mounting, with an analysis by the Oryx project showing that over 15,000 units have been destroyed or damaged. Ukrainian forces have captured over 3,000 Russian units, while Russian troops have abandoned more than 1,100 units.
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