Petr Fiala, the Czech Prime Minister, urged Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico not to block the EU's 18th sanctions package against Russia. In his letter, Fiala emphasized their shared history and painful experiences with Russia's aggressive policies. He called for cooperation among NATO and EU states to ensure the safety of their countries and citizens. Fico's support for the sanctions depends on guarantees regarding energy prices. The EU aims to gradually reduce dependence on Russian gas, oil, and coal imports, while considering national circumstances. Teljes cikk (Telex.hu)