DAILY NEWS UPDATE
Czechia's new defense strategy calls for strengthening of NATO's eastern flank
At the same time, Ukraine's ambassador to the Czech Republic is calling for more stringent sanctions against Russia reflecting security concerns.
Czech news in brief for October 3: Thursday's top headlines
Czechia reports lowest unemployment in EU, Czech education reforms to limit school deferrals, and South Moravia seeks weakest grape harvest in decade.
Designblok 2024: Prague’s premiere design and fashion festival begins today
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Over 200 artists, studios, and brands will take part in the annual event, which will focus on the theme of youth and see an old museum reopen.
Czech Republic’s response to the Middle East conflict: A firm stance on Israel
The country has doubled down on support of Israel, condemning Iranian missile attacks and blocking an EU ceasefire call with Hezbollah.
Czech news in brief for October 2: Wednesday's top headlines
Czech Republic blocks EU ceasefire statement, Czech parliament greenlights budget deficit increase, and Czech-Ukrainian police bust fraud ring.
Czechia to streamline healthcare system with shared patient records
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The shared health records will include data on cancer screenings and also sets out to make critical information available to both patients and doctors.
Czechia’s largest-ever military purchase of F-35 fighter jets moves ahead
The US Department of Defense has signed a USD 422 million contract with Lockheed Martin to deliver 24 fighter jets to Czechia.
Czech news in brief for October 1: Tuesday's top headlines
Woman and child hit by tram in Prague, Pirate party votes to withdraw from govt., a record number visit Prague Castle's Crown Jewels exhibit.
Czech workers hired as 'slaves' in McDonald's branches and bakeries in UK
An exposé from BBC News found that 16 people from Czechia were trafficked to the UK and had their lives controlled by a criminal gang.
Czech news in brief for September 30: Monday's top headlines
Pavel to meet party leaders amid govt. crisis, thirteen recipients awarded on national holiday, and autumn weather out in full force this week.
Czech Foreign Minister Lipavský set to resign amid coalition crisis
Lipavský’s commitment to democratic values and Western alignment has garnered praise, particularly during challenging geopolitical times.
Czech news in brief for September 29: Sunday's top headlines
ANO wins eight seats in Czech Senate but government coalition retains majority, NHL teams arrive in Prague ahead of season opener, and more headlines.
Czech news in brief for September 28: Saturday's top headlines
Czechia celebrates St. Wenceslas Day, final day of Czech Senate runoff election begins, and more weekend headlines.
Why Czechia is in danger of missing critical deadline to ensure digital rights
The digital constitution, due to take effect in February, guarantees citizens the right to access public services online.
Czech news in brief for September 27: Friday's top headlines
Czech president meets expats in Chicago, Pirate party to vote on whether to leave govt., and Slovakia uses Russian footage in TV spot.
Running up that hill: Prague halts funicular operation until mid-2026
The city's transport company is shutting down Petřín hill cable for repairs due to heavy rains and track damage.
Pellegrini: Slovakia must be prepared for nuclear incident in Ukraine
A Russian attack on Ukraine’s nuclear plants could cause a Chernobyl-like disaster, affecting neighboring countries, said the Slovak President.
