The conflict in eastern Ukraine continues to claim lives, cause damages and generate additional humanitarian needs. In May 2017, OHCHR …
Minister Lajčák Commends Selection of New UN Security-General
Washington (5 October) – Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of the Slovak Republic, Miroslav Lajčák, following the announcement of …
Avian Influenza Virus Detected in Migratory Birds in Russia
FAO advises countries to be on the alert for possible spread of the highly pathogenic H5N8 virus subtype 27 September …
Slovakia Reinforces Border Checks While Hungary Shuts Border
As the flood of refugees into Europe shows no signs of stopping, with an estimated 500,000 already arrived, governments in …
Tens of Immigrants (70) Suffocate in Truck Near Slovak Border
As the immigration issue heats up in Europe, there are an increasing number of incidents pointing to the gravity of …