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Slovakia is grappling with a violent incident at an elementary school in Staškov, where a student attacked a teacher and a classmate with a knife, leaving one teacher in critical condition. The incident has prompted police investigations and raised concerns about school safety.

In economic news, the government is implementing a cap on fuel margins, setting a maximum limit on what gas stations can charge per liter starting in October. This move aims to address rising energy prices.

Politically, former Special Prosecutor Daniel Lipšic criticized the Smer party's efforts to weaken the powers of the prosecutor-general's office, labeling it as opportunistic. Meanwhile, a German minister is scheduled to visit Bratislava to question Prime Minister Robert Fico on Slovakia's commitments to the EU and NATO, and its relations with Russia.

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Elementary School Attack in Staškov

A student carried out a knife attack at an elementary school in Staškov, Slovakia, injuring a teacher who is now in critical condition, and also harming a classmate. Emergency services, including two helicopters, were dispatched to the scene, and the Minister of Interior is en route. The incident has led to police investigations and heightened concerns regarding school safety.

Fuel Margin Cap Introduced

Slovakia is set to introduce a cap on fuel margins starting in October. This new measure will impose a maximum limit on the amount gas stations can charge per liter.

TA3 Slovakia introduces cap on fuel margin; stations to have maximum limit per… ↗

Criticism Over Weakening Prosecutor Powers

Former Special Prosecutor Daniel Lipšic stated that efforts by the Smer party to weaken the powers of the prosecutor-general's office are opportunistic and hypocritical, even if the action itself might be considered correct.

SME Lipšic: Weakening prosecutor-general's powers is opportunistic and… ↗

German Minister to Question Fico on EU/NATO Commitments

A German minister is scheduled to visit Bratislava with the intention of questioning Prime Minister Robert Fico primarily about Slovakia's commitments within the EU and NATO, as well as its relations with Russia.

TA3 German minister to visit Bratislava, to question Fico on EU/NATO commitments… ↗

Parliament Begins with Fico's Vision for Slovakia

The Slovak Parliament has commenced its negotiation week with Prime Minister Robert Fico presenting his vision for Slovakia to the deputies, with a vote scheduled for the afternoon.

TA3 Online: Parliament begins negotiating week with Slovakia's vision; PM… ↗

Political Maneuvering by Danko Amidst Coalition Tensions

Speculation suggests potential political alliances involving Andrej Danko, Chairman of the Slovak National Party and Deputy Speaker of the National Council, who may seek to ally with the opposition against Minister of Environment Tomáš Taraba, highlighting ongoing coalition discord.

SME Danko is up for grabs, he wants to ally with the opposition against Taraba… ↗

Wife of Controversial Figure Gains Energy Firm Influence

The wife of a controversial figure, previously linked to the energy sector, has been elected by employees to the supervisory board of a semi-state energy company, marking her third role within the industry.

Aktuality.sk Wife of Controversial Figure Gains Influence in State-Owned Energy Firm ↗

Sudden Cold Snap Expected

Slovakia is preparing for a sudden cold snap, a stark contrast to the unusual heatwaves currently affecting Western Europe.

Pravda Weather Brings Unpleasant Surprise to Slovakia; Europe Divided by Extreme… ↗