EXPLAINED: Why postal voting is currently stirring up a fierce debate in Czechia
A proposed reform to simplify voting for Czechs abroad has led to arguments from the opposition about the constitutionality of doing so.
Czech president arrives in Tel Aviv to begin three-day tour of Israel and Qatar
Petr Pavel plans to meet with families of Israeli hostages and visit one of the military bases near the Gaza Strip.
Czech labor minister considers resigning amid Christmas party backlash
Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Marian Jurečka apologized for his failure to end the ministry's party during the mass shooting in Prague.
Czechia navigates pivotal 2024 with elections, tax reform, and nuclear questions ahead
Elections for one-third of the Senate will serve as a crucial test for political parties leading up to the 2025 general elections.
Euro adoption pros and cons: Czech economists react to the president's speech
Political analysts and economics shared mixed views on Czech President Petr Pavel's New Year's Day speech which advocated for euro adoption.
New Year's Day in Czechia: Lentils on the table and the return of the president's speech
As the country observes culinary customs and New Year's Day hikes, Jan. 1, 2024 also marks the return of another national tradition.
Senior Czech minister: Orban is a ‘Trojan horse’ who helps Russia
Martin Dvořák, the Czech minister for European affairs, strongly condemned the Hungarian PM’s decision to block EU funds directed to Ukraine.
Czech government plans sweeping reforms to human rights legislation
Following Human Rights Day on Dec. 10, the govt. has announced amendments to domestic and sexual violence laws as well measures to protect children.
Czechia considers criminalizing pro-Palestine slogan amid rising tensions
Officials say that Hamas and affiliated groups use the saying "From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free" to promote the destruction of Israel.
Czech senators fight for citizens' right to stay offline
Concerns over data collection have led some politicians to propose a law that would give citizens the right to stay out of state digital systems.
Former foreign minister who steered Czechia's Western integration dies at 85
Karel Schwarzenberg, who had been battling health issues, guided the nation's foreign policy amid its integration into NATO and the EU.
Czechia's new security strategy declares Russian imperialist ambitions a clear threat
Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský presented the key messages of the updated Czech security strategy at a talk in Vienna today.
Global leaders convene in Prague to discuss Russian aggression and conflict in Ukraine
Representatives from Ukraine and other nations are discussing arms supplies and territorial sovereignty, with Volodomyr Zelenskyy speaking via video call.
EXPLAINED: What's behind the no-confidence vote against the Czech government?
The debate, which was adjourned in the early hours of Wednesday morning, is set to resume later today. today.
A new chapter in Czech-Polish relations? What Poland’s historic election means for Czechia
A new Polish government could solve several issues between Poland and Czechia, spanning from environmental disputes to support for Ukraine.
Czech leaders condemn attacks in Israel; Netanyahu's visit to Prague cancelled
Israel is at war following a surprise attack by Hamas, says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has cancelled his visit to Prague next week.
On this day: The world remembers Václav Havel on his 87th birthday
Leaders took to social networks this morning to honor Havel, the former president and renowned playwright who led Czechoslovakia's Velvet Revolution.