Michal Hvorecký on Slovakia's Autocratic Turn Under Fico

In an interview with the Süddeutsche Zeitung, Slovak writer Michal Hvorecký discusses the political situation in Slovakia following Viktor Orbán's electoral defeat in Hungary. He notes that while Orbán was voted out, Robert Fico continues to govern Slovakia in a similar autocratic style. Hvorecký describes the rise of right-wing forces that openly declare their intent to consolidate power, reflecting a broader trend in Central Europe. The conversation explores the erosion of democratic norms, media freedom, and civil society under Fico's leadership, drawing parallels with Hungary's recent political shifts.