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September 15, 2026

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New allegations have surfaced concerning Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence Robert Kaliňák, whose company reportedly received millions from an arms dealer, including during his tenure as a minister. This has ignited questions about potential conflicts of interest and adds to the ongoing scrutiny of government transparency. Further investigative reports have uncovered irregularities and alleged corruption in public procurement processes, specifically involving CNC machines. Concurrently, a new controversy has arisen with Mayor Matúš Vallo calling for the cancellation of state contracts awarded to the daughters of MP Dušan Muňko without a public tender. Amidst these developments, political commentators are offering new insights into the dynamics within the ruling coalition, while a recent poll highlights the public's trust in various political figures. The government is also proposing new measures to address 'shrinkflation' in retail.

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Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence Robert Kaliňák's company is alleged to have received millions of euros from arms dealer Strnad, with payments reportedly continuing even after Kaliňák became a minister, raising significant concerns about conflicts of interest and government ethics.

Aktuality.sk: Robert Kaliňák's company received millions from arms dealer Strnad

A company associated with Robert Kaliňák, a prominent Slovak politician, reportedly received millions of euros from arms dealer Strnad, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest.

SME: Arms dealer and his lobbyist: Kaliňák received money from Strnad even while…

An investigation reveals that Robert Kaliňák received payments from Strnad's company even after becoming a minister, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest.

An investigative report has uncovered irregularities, including the use of 'straw men' and a corruption case, linked to the procurement of CNC machines in Slovakia.

SME: We checked the purchases of CNC machines. We found straw men, a corruption…

An investigative report uncovering irregularities, including the use of 'straw men,' a corruption case, and a minor execution linked to the procurement of CNC machines.

Mayor Matúš Vallo is urging a state-owned company to cancel contracts that allegedly awarded ten spots on the Danube to the daughters of MP Dušan Muňko without a public tender, raising concerns about fairness and transparency in state dealings.

SME: Mayor wants state company to cancel contracts after MP's daughters get Danube…

Mayor Matúš Vallo wants a state-owned company to cancel contracts that awarded ten spots on the Danube to the daughters of MP Muňko without a public tender.

Eastern Slovakia has experienced further seismic activity, with nighttime tremors registered near Humenné. While noticeable, the recent earthquake was reported to be weaker than a significant event in 2023.

TA3: Earthquakes Near Humenné, Slovakia Recorded, But Weaker Than 2023 Event

Nighttime tremors were registered near Humenné, Slovakia. The earthquake was reported to be weaker than the one experienced in 2023.

Aktuality.sk: Eastern Slovakia was hit by an earthquake again

The eastern region of Slovakia has experienced another earthquake, following a previous seismic event.

An article warns that Slovakia is overlooking a significant economic issue that, if left unaddressed, could lead to severe consequences for the country within two decades.

Pravda: Slovakia Ignores Its Own Time Bomb. If Nothing Changes, It Could Explode Fully…

The article warns that Slovakia is ignoring a significant economic issue that, if unaddressed, could lead to severe consequences in two decades.

The Slovak government is advocating for new regulations that would mandate shops to explicitly indicate 'shrinkflation' on price tags, informing consumers when product sizes are reduced while prices remain constant.

Aktuality.sk: The state wants shops to point out 'shrinkflation' directly on price tags

The Slovak government is proposing measures to ensure that shops clearly indicate when product packaging is reduced in size while the price remains the same, a practice known as 'shrinkflation'.

Political commentator Eduard Chmelár has criticized current politicians, speculating that Prime Minister Robert Fico may distance himself from Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Environment Tomáš Taraba and that the Republika party could gain popularity. Separately, a new poll reveals that politician Milan Uhrík is the third most trusted politician in Slovakia.

TA3: Chmelár: Today's politicians are clowns. Fico won't tie Taraba to his neck…

Political commentator Chmelár criticizes current politicians, suggesting Fico will distance himself from Taraba and that the Republika party could surpass Smer in popularity.

Aktuality.sk: Milan Uhrík is the third most trusted politician in Slovakia

A recent poll indicates that Milan Uhrík ranks as the third most trusted politician in Slovakia, with a pair of opposition figures leading the survey.

Irena Bihariová of Progressive Slovakia has criticized the government led by Prime Minister Robert Fico, asserting that it is allowing extremists into power and that Slovakia's political narrative is far from concluded.

Aktuality.sk: Irena Bihariová from Progressive Slovakia: Slovakia's story does not end with…

Irena Bihariová of Progressive Slovakia criticizes the new government led by Robert Fico, stating that it allows extremists access to power and that Slovakia's political journey is far from over.

An incident at a cottage in Čifáre, where pygmy hunters were reportedly sought but Prime Minister Robert Fico and Deputy Prime Minister Robert Kaliňák were present, has now resulted in a trial involving a policeman.

Aktuality.sk: Chata in Čifáre: Pygmy hunters sought, Fico and Kaliňák found. Now a policeman…

An incident at a cottage in Čifáre, where pygmy hunters were sought but Fico and Kaliňák were present, has led to a trial involving a policeman.

Experts are forecasting a different autumn for Slovakia, with predictions of warmer weather patterns that could have various impacts on daily life and the environment in the coming months.

Pravda: Autumn Will Be Different. Experts Predict What Awaits Us in the Coming Months

Experts predict that the coming months will bring different weather patterns, with the region warming up faster than others, suggesting potential impacts on daily life and the environment.

Hockey experts have released their predictions for the upcoming Tipsport League season, identifying teams and players expected to perform well or disappoint, including a forecast that a triple champion will be the season's disappointment.

SME: Triple champion will be the season's disappointment. Experts predict who will…

Hockey experts provide their predictions for the upcoming Tipsport League season, forecasting which teams and players are likely to succeed or disappoint.

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