Robert Fico, the Slovak Prime Minister, sharply criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in an open letter for allowing the expiration of the gas transit contract with Russia, which he claims has severe economic and political consequences for Slovakia and the EU. Fico demanded an immediate meeting with Zelensky to discuss possible solutions, including alternative technical measures to restore transit. Ukraine has stated it will not sign a new agreement, aiming to cut off Kremlin funding for the war. Fico highlighted the immediate energy supply issues Slovakia faces due to its reliance on Russian gas and the financial losses incurred. Zelensky responded by inviting Fico to Kyiv and accused him of mismanaging Slovakia's energy policy. Teljes cikk (SzabadEurópa)