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Slovak PM injured in shooting attack [PHOTOS+VIDEO]

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Slovak PM injured in shooting attack [PHOTOS+VIDEO]

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico was shot and wounded in the abdomen after a government meeting in Handlova. Police detained a man and Fico was hit by one of the four shots fired. Emergency services sent a helicopter for the 59-year-old prime minister. President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen condemned the attack. Fico was meeting with the Slovak government as part of a country tour. Slovakia’s biggest opposition party canceled a planned protest following the shooting.

Democracy is not a given

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Democracy is not a given

The fact described in the text is that the European Union created a video featuring elderly survivors of tragedies in Europe to remind people of the importance of democracy. These survivors share stories of their experiences with dictatorships and wars, including World War II, concentration camps, and the Prague Spring. The European Union is urging people to vote in order to combat the rise of the far-right and protect hard-earned rights. Only 50.6% of eligible voters participated in the previous European elections in 2019.

Police seek clues to Kansas City mass shooting, with 3 people in custody

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Police seek clues to Kansas City mass shooting, with 3 people in custody

Three people were in custody in Kansas City, Missouri, facing questions about a deadly mass shooting that occurred near the city’s Super Bowl victory rally. At least one person was killed and 21 others were wounded by gunfire outside Union Station. The shooting occurred at the end of the rally following a parade, causing panic among attendees. The victim was identified as Lisa Lopez, a disc jockey and host of a radio show. Fifteen other victims suffered life-threatening wounds, including 11 children. The motive for the shooting is still unclear, and authorities are investigating whether the celebration was targeted or if the violence was incidental. Video footage is being reviewed to identify the suspects. Despite the presence of over 800 law enforcement officers, the violence could not be prevented. The shooting occurred near a garage west of Union Station. The Super Bowl celebration featured Chiefs players, including tight end Travis Kelce, but his girlfriend Taylor Swift was not present. The governors of Missouri and Kansas were also present but unharmed. The shooting took place three days after the Chiefs won the Super Bowl.

Custody extended for Paphos attempted murder suspect

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Custody extended for Paphos attempted murder suspect

A 34-year-old suspect is accused of attempted murder in Paphos and will remain in custody until the next trial on February 19. The prosecution argued for continued custody due to the risk of flight and the possibility of the suspect committing other offenses. The Paphos Criminal Court allowed the defence lawyer time to examine new evidence and scheduled a hearing for 9:30 am on February 19. The accused denies all charges, which stem from an incident on September 24 of the previous year, where the suspect allegedly shot a 31-year-old outside his home in Psathi, causing injuries. The victim’s relatives subdued the suspect until he was arrested. The charges against the suspect include attempted murder, illegal possession and transportation of a firearm, and explosive materials.