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On Thursday (May 16), the President had a telephone conversation with King Felipe VI of Spain, too.
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He understands the call given the current situation in society and the need to de-escalate tension.
At the same time, the office stated that government activities are running in a standard way and that ministers are acting within the powers entrusted to them.
Kalinak added that the country hasn't come to a standstill in any way and that all procedures are continuing.,aktualizované
MPs of the two caucuses have called on both the public and politicians not to misuse the tense situation in order to spread hatred and to reject any form of violence.
In this connection, the Government Office again asked the media, politicians and the public to base their opinions on officially communicated information and to verify the facts.,aktualizované
At the same time, the Spanish monarch wished Fico a speedy recovery and expressed his hope that the situation in Slovakia will calm down as soon as possible.
The Foreign Ministry has so far received numerous personal, telephone and written expressions of sincere solidarity with the Slovak prime minister from 77 countries around the world.
Such manifestations ruin the stability of the state, and foment chaos and hatred in society, and splits in opinions and attitudes, they stressed.
Police officers supervise the security of all MPs practically throughout Slovakia. Monitoring has also been increased in the vicinity of television stations and daily newspapers.
Hrabko pointed out that the entire society, which has gone through parliamentary and presidential elections in quick succession, is polarised.
Uhrik called Wednesday's shooting of Prime Minister Robert Fico's (Smer-SD) a watershed moment in the history of Slovakia.
Once the situation allows, we will, of course, inform the public in more detail, added Drobova.
Stated the secret service, adding that as soon as the situation permits, it will inform the public in more detail.
The President-elect thanked medical personnel and management of the F.D. Roosevelt Hospital in Banska Bystrica, too.
Nitra region governor Branislav Becík is also an MP and the leader of the Voice-SD slate for the European Parliament elections.
The Employer Union Association (AZZZ) called the attack an inexcusable act of violence.
TASR learnt the news from its special correspondent in Budapest.
Sutaj Estok also confirmed the toning down of campaign activities in Voice-SD.
Protection of all high-risk groups of people will be strengthened, said Interior Minister Matus Sutaj Estok (Voice-SD) following a special session held by the Security Council on Thursday. ,aktualizované
Kalinak has already talked with Caputova and Pellegirni.
Spokerperson added that people who commit crimes in the comments sections must be held criminally liable.
If we encounter a problem where either the law or the Constitution gets in the way, we'll address it rather quickly, declared Kalinak.
The police have pressed charges against the man who caused serious injuries to Prime Minister Robert Fico with multiple gunshots on Wednesday (May 15).,aktualizované
At the same time, Majersky claimed that the movement has suspended all its major campaign events concerning the upcoming European Parliament elections.
SaS reiterated its condemnation of the attack on Prime Minister Fico in the town of Handlova.
Kalinak said that the extent of the injuries caused by four gunshot wounds is extensive. Doctors managed to stabilise Fico's condition, but his life isn't out of danger yet, added the vice-premier. ,aktualizované
The PS leader claimed that his party has suspended its European Parliament election campaign in response to the attack on Fico.
Speaking after a session of the Slovak Security Council and the government on Thursday, Kalinak called for a mutual return to tolerance.
Fico was shot following the government's away-from-home session in Handlova on Wednesday (May 15). ,aktualizované
Confrontation and mutual accusations among politicians is the last thing the country needs at the moment, stated Pellegrini.
Kamenicky noted in regards to the current situation in society that everything should be done to ensure that not only constitutional officials but also all ordinary people feel safe.
A hospital representative added that two surgery teams operated on the premier for five hours. He is now being treated in the ARO (Anaesthesiology and Resuscitation) ward. ,aktualizované
Fico on Wednesday was the target of an assassination in the town of Handlova, where the government had held an away-from-home session.
At the same time, the minister added that he'll call for the convening of a special session of the Security Council.,aktualizované
Fico was shot following the government away-from-home session in Handlova on Wednesday.,aktualizované
Fico was shot following the government away-from-home session in Handlova.
According to the president, the US Embassy in Bratislava is in close touch with the Slovak government and is ready to assist.
