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Czech Republic completes testing of its first domestically developed cruise missile

The Czech Republic has completed a testing program for its first domestically developed cruise missile, marking a new step in the country’s efforts to expand its defense-industrial capabilities. The weapon, known as the Narwhal 140, was developed by Czech technology company LPP Holding. According......

Czech court orders inclusion of President Pavel in NATO summit delegation amid constitutional dispute

The Czech Constitutional Court has issued a ruling requiring the government to include President Petr Pavel in the national delegation attending the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara, while stopping short of delivering a final verdict on the broader constitutional dispute over foreign policy powers. The......

Suspect arrested after Molotov cocktail attack on Russian center in Prague

Czech police have arrested a suspect in connection with a Molotov cocktail attack targeting a Russian cultural center in Prague last week. Authorities confirmed that the individual turned himself in and admitted responsibility for the incident. The attack occurred late at night and caused damage to......

Three suspects detained over arson attack at Czech industrial facility

Authorities in the Czech Republic have detained three individuals in connection with an arson attack targeting an industrial facility in the city of Pardubice. Police confirmed that two suspects were arrested within the country, while a third was detained in neighboring Slovakia. The individuals reportedly......

Czech Republic calls for EU debate on future of temporary protection for Ukrainians

The Czech Republic has signaled its readiness to open a European Union–wide discussion on the future of temporary protection granted to Ukrainians displaced by the war. The proposal comes as Prague reassesses the long-term sustainability of the protection regime introduced after Russia’s......

Populist Czech government rejects EU migration pact

Prague, Czech Republic — The newly formed coalition government in the Czech Republic has announced its rejection of the European Union’s Pact on Migration and Asylum, signaling a tougher stance on migration policy under Prime Minister Andrej Babiš. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday,......

Dozens injured after two trains collide in southern Czech Republic

Dozens of passengers were injured early Wednesday after two trains collided near the city of České Budějovice, leaving five people in serious condition and prompting the suspension of rail services along the affected route. The crash occurred around 6:20 a.m. when the R......

Czech Republic legislative elections open with uncertain outcome

Polling stations opened on Friday, October 3, in the Czech Republic for a two-day parliamentary election marked by uncertainty. Former prime minister and billionaire Andrej Babis, who describes himself as a “Trumpist,” is considered the frontrunner but may struggle to secure a governing majority. Babis......

Czech Republic faces Russian interference ahead of crucial legislative elections

The Czech Republic is confronting a potential Russian interference campaign just days before its legislative elections on October 3–4, 2025. Authorities announced an investigation after identifying nearly 300 TikTok accounts linked to Russia that promote anti-NATO......