The Polish head of diplomacy indicated Robert Fico’s turn towards supporting Ukraine. He claims that the prime minister could mitigate criticism for his planned trip to Moscow.
Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs Radosław Sikorski expressed hope for a positive shift in the attitude of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico towards Ukraine. According to Sikorsky, Fico could be forgiven for his planned visit to Moscow if he also supported aid to Ukraine. These statements were made during the Defense 24 Days security conference, which took place on Wednesday in Warsaw.
- Polish Minister Radosław Sikorski expects a positive turn in Robert Fico’s attitude.
- Fico can get a pardon for Moscow if he supports aid to Ukraine.
- Sikorský’s recent conversation with Fico hinted at a possible change in Slovakia’s attitude.
- Sikorski also expects a change in the Hungarian policy of the new government towards Ukraine.
- The approved loan of ninety billion euros is supposed to significantly support Ukraine.
Sikorski referred to a recent conversation with Robert Fico, which, according to him, indicated a change in his previous attitude. “The conversation sounded very positive. If the Slovak prime minister unblocks aid to Ukraine, his trip to Russia could be perceived more conciliatory,” said Sikorski. At the same time, he expressed the hope that the countries of the Vyšehrad Four (V4) could open a new chapter of cooperation on issues related to Ukraine.
A new chapter for V4?
In addition to Slovakia, the Polish foreign minister also focused on Hungary, where he expects a change in the new government’s attitude towards Kiev’s aid. Sikorski reminded that in the past Hungary vetoed some measures related to the support of Ukraine, but he hopes that this approach will change. At the same time, he emphasized the importance of the already approved loan in the amount of 90 billion euros, which is intended to support Ukraine.
Sikorski’s comments suggest that the countries of Central Europe could play a more important role in resolving the conflict in Ukraine. At the same time, however, they point to the need for a unified position within the region, which could strengthen the position of the V4 on the international scene.
