Prime Minister: Shot

Hi Global Recap readers,

No matter how much you disagree with or hate a politician, it is never okay to wish death upon them.

But clearly, hatred overcame this guy today. 👇

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🇸🇰 Slovakia
Assassination Attempt on PM

The Slovak Prime Minister, Robert Fico, was the target of an assassination attempt, which has left him in a life-threatening condition.

🔘 Attack: Fico was shot and wounded after a government meeting in Handlova, necessitating urgent medical attention.

🔘 Arrest: A man was detained following the incident, which involved several shots fired.

🔘 Protest: The incident prompted the largest opposition party to cancel a protest and has sparked discussions on the state of democracy and violence in politics.

Here’s the PM being wheeled in:

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🇺🇦 Ukraine
Zelensky Delays Travel Amidst Incursion

Ukraine’s President Zelensky postponed foreign travel as Russian forces entered the border town of Vovchansk.

🔘 Conflict: The capture of Vovchansk, merely 5 kilometers from the border, marks Russia’s most substantial gain since its recent incursion, prompting Ukraine to deploy reinforcements and indicating a potential large-scale offensive.

🔘 Resistance: Despite initial advancements, Ukrainian troops managed to “partially” repel Russian forces from Vovchansk.

• However, Ukrainian forces have retreated from villages in the Kharkiv region, adopting “more advantageous positions” to preserve soldiers’ lives amidst heavy Russian attacks.

• Despite setbacks, Ukrainian troops maintain control in critical areas.

🔘 Support: The U.S. pledges continued aid, with Secretary of State Blinken affirming that the latest assistance will “make a real difference.”

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🇺🇸 United States
Debate Duel Declared

US President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have agreed to engage in two televised presidential debates, reigniting their political rivalry and stirring the campaign atmosphere.

🔘 Challenge: Biden has responded to Trump’s repeated debate challenges with a taunting video message, suggesting they debate twice.

🔘 Response: Trump accepted, proposing a “very large venue” and also recommended more than two debates.

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🇬🇪 Georgia
How to Save the Country

As the parliament passed the controversial “foreign agents” bill, Georgian President Zourabichvili held talks with EU leaders to discuss “how to save” the nation.

🔘 Context: The Georgian parliament has passed a “foreign agents” bill, reminiscent of Russian law, requiring certain organizations to register as foreign-influenced if over 20% of their funding is from abroad.

• Critics argue this could harm Georgia’s EU aspirations and push it towards Russia.

• Thousands have protested in Tbilisi, fearing a loss of independence.

🔘 Politics: President Zourabichvili plans to veto the bill, although the parliament can override it.

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