An announcement from the Roosevelta Hospital confirmed the prime minister’s situation was “secure however stays severe.” He was acutely aware and “no surprising problems have arisen” in a single day, the hospital mentioned.
Slovak Protection Minister Robert Kaliňák mentioned he had spoken with Fico and made preparations for retaining the federal government working whereas he convalesced, Reuters reported. Fico was in excessive ache, he added, and there was nonetheless a “large threat” of additional problems.
Additionally on Saturday, the person accused of making an attempt to kill Fico appeared in courtroom for the primary time amid intense safety. The person, recognized by prosecutors as Juraj C., met with a decide who determined he needs to be saved in custody till he was tried, native media reported.
Kaliňák known as for “deep self-reflection” throughout society to heal the rifts which were blamed for the violent act.
However on Saturday morning, Deputy Prime Minister Tomáš Taraba bucked the pattern of Slovak politicians making an attempt to chill social divisions. On Fb, he blamed the opposition and the information outlet Denník N for cultivating “hatred” towards Fico.