Bratislava, May 21 (TASR) - President Zuzana Caputova praised the fact that Parliament on Tuesday adopted a resolution condemning last week's assassination attempt on Premier Robert Fico (Smer-SD) and MPs thus took a needful and important step towards calming down the atmosphere in society, TASR has learnt from the president's spokesman Martin Strizinec.

"I appreciate the fact that the adoption of the resolution was backed by all MPs present for the vote. It is important that other public figures continue in steps like this and jointly contribute to reducing tension in society," stated Caputova.

According to the head of the state, the past few days were extremely difficult for Slovakia. The president appreciates all the more that the leaders of the parliamentary parties managed to overcome differences between them and find a common path in this demanding situation.

Parliament earlier on Tuesday approved a coalition-sponsored resolution condemning the attack on the premier and calling on people not to spread hatred. According to the resolution, people mustn't become targets of hatred because of their political opinions.

Parliament at the same time called on all political parties, state officials, publicly active individuals, the media and NGOs to respect the results of the most recent general election and not to spread hatred against the legitimately elected government. According to Parliament, the aforementioned groups should contribute to social reconciliation, stability and peace in Slovakia and put an end to hateful rhetoric.