Prime Minister Narendra Modi has denounced the recent shooting attack targeting Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico, labeling it a “cowardly and dastardly act.” In addition to extending his wishes for Fico’s rapid recuperation, PM Modi expressed solidarity with the people of Slovakia during this challenging time.
On social post, PM Modi expressed, “Deeply shocked at the news of the shooting at Slovakia’s Prime Minister, HE Robert Fico. I strongly condemn this cowardly and dastardly act and wish PM Fico a speedy recovery. Bharat stands in solidarity with the people of the Slovak Republic.”
Robert Fico, who is a four-time Prime Minister of Slovakia, was wounded in a shooting incident on Wednesday (local time) in Handlova, reported the local newspaper, The Slovak Spectator. He was hospitalised following the attack.
Multiple shots were fired at the scene when the PM came out to meet the people. The alleged shooter was arrested on-site and the area was evacuated.
Witnesses narrated shots were heard when the PM came out to meet the people who welcomed him. Fico was then seen on the ground with blood stains. The unfortunate incident occurred after a government meeting in Handlova, following which the PM was hospitalised.
Yesterday, reactions poured in from across the globe condemning the shooting attack on Slovak PM Robert Fico and wishing for his speedy recovery.
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expressed, “Shocked to hear this awful news. All our thoughts are with Prime Minister Fico and his family.”
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy remarked, “The attack on Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico is appalling. We strongly condemn this act of violence against our neighbouring partner state’s head of government.”
