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Romania to Rerun Presidential Elections: Shaky Democracy on NATO’s Eastern Flank
9 December 2024
Slovak President Zuzana Čaputová announced she would not seek re-election next year, amplifying political chaos gripping the country and potentially weakening its commitment to support Ukraine.
Slovak President Zuzana Čaputová became the latest casualty of Slovakia’s increasingly toxic and chaotic politics, announcing on 20 June that she would not seek re-election when her current five-year term expires a year from now.
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“Before announcing this decision, I had to estimate my strength for the potential six more years. And after very honest consideration, I know today that there would not be enough strength for another term,” she said in a brief statement to the press.