Critics warn of espionage risks as Slovakia restores military-diplomatic representation with Russia
Slovakia is restoring military-diplomatic relations with Russia for the first time since 2022.
DW reports: Slovakia is restoring military-diplomatic relations with Russia for the first time since 2022.
The government has defended the move; critics warn of espionage risks and further damage to trust within NATO.
This world story centres on Russia. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Slovakia and NATO.
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