Czech President Petr Pavel and Prime Minister Andrej Babiš are scheduled to meet on May 8 to discuss participation in the upcoming NATO summit.

Andrej Babiš is employing a marketing strategy that labels President Petr Pavel as the leader of the opposition, effectively targeting his political rivals despite factual inaccuracies.

The Czech Ministry of Defense, under Andrej Babiš's government, has reportedly seen an influx of former Communist Party members into its highest ranks. Following Jaromír Zůna and Radovan Vích, another former communist has been appointed, raising concerns.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš stated in Germany that he has no plans to visit China, directly addressing speculation about his intentions. This declaration comes amidst a political dispute with Senate President Miloš Vystrčil concerning the Czech Republic's relationship with China.

The Andrej Babiš government is facing criticism for allegedly preventing President Petr Pavel from participating in the NATO summit, drawing accusations of mixing domestic politics with foreign policy.

The Czech State Agricultural Intervention Fund has completed legal analyses regarding the legitimacy of subsidies paid to Agrofert during Andrej Babiš's premiership, with further steps to be announced soon.

Czech Senate President Miloš Vystrčil will not receive a government plane for his upcoming trip to Taiwan with a business delegation, a decision criticized by Prime Minister Andrej Babiš as costly and detrimental to business, while others defend the trip.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte met with Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš in Prague to discuss defense spending. The talks occurred amidst criticism from some Czech officials regarding the country's approach to meeting NATO's expenditure targets.

Andrej Babiš of the ANO party publicly questioned why President Petr Pavel should be part of the Czech delegation to the upcoming NATO summit, stating he doesn't understand what the President would do there.

Czech politician Andrej Babiš met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to discuss defense spending and the Czech Republic's commitment to NATO. Babiš reportedly expressed a renewed dedication to fulfilling the country's obligations to the alliance.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš stated that the government is fulfilling its program by abolishing public media fees for Czech Television and Czech Radio and transferring their funding to the state, expressing incomprehension regarding obstructions.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš announced that the state will take the first steps towards nationalizing the energy company ČEZ at the firm's general meeting in June, reiterating his belief that the company should never have been privatized.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has urged fuel distributors Orlen and MOL to significantly reduce petrol prices, accusing them of raising wholesale prices by two crowns despite falling crude oil prices.

Former ANO minister Martin Stropnický expressed skepticism about the potential for a stable government led by Andrej Babiš, in coalition with Motorists and SPD, citing a lack of ethos in current politics.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš faced a setback as the Bratislava Regional Prosecutor's Office halted a multi-million euro tax relief for him.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš is escalating his conflict with private media outlets and has proposed changes to the funding of public broadcasters, prompting a joint defense from journalists.

Writer and journalist Arpád Soltész discussed Czech politics, comparing Andrej Babiš to Robert Fico, and warned that crucial changes undermining democracy can occur subtly and rapidly.

A legal expert asserts that former Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš continues to be in a conflict of interest concerning his Agrofert holding, as he has failed to resolve the issue by the stipulated deadline.

Czech Premier Andrej Babiš advocates for an EU capital market union, Schengen expansion, and stronger defense cooperation, while also calling for the EU to completely reverse its climate policy and abandon 'ideological experiments'.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, former and future Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, and former Austrian Interior Minister Herbert Kickl met in Vienna on June 30, 2024, to address journalists.

Mass protests have taken place in the Czech Republic against the government's policies and Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, with activists vowing that these demonstrations will not be the last.

The Czech Senate has strongly attacked Andrej Babiš's government, accusing it of political shortsightedness for refusing to guarantee an EU loan for Ukraine and warning that this decision harms the country's reputation.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš held discussions with Defense Minister Jaromír Zůna (SPD) regarding the ministry's contracts and plans, with Radim Fiala (SPD) indicating that Babiš desires faster and more decisive changes within the department.

The 'Million Moments for Democracy' movement successfully organized a large anti-government demonstration in Prague's Letná Square, with organizers claiming they are giving a voice to people frustrated by abuse of power and 'eastern manners'. Prime Minister Andrej Babiš stated his cabinet does not plan changes.

Czech National Bank Governor Aleš Michl continues efforts to erase losses and achieve profitability, with Prime Minister Andrej Babiš indicating that if successful, the central bank could transfer part of its profits to the state budget.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš delivered a video address to the 'Patriots for Europe' gathering, where he praised Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's policies, values, and experience.

Czech President Petr Pavel is reportedly facing an increasingly open political conflict with Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and Foreign Minister Macinka, forcing him to choose between campaign promises and pragmatic agreements.

Tens of thousands of Czech citizens have rallied in Prague to protest against the government of Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, marking the largest anti-government demonstration since 2019.

Tens of thousands of Czech citizens gathered in Prague's Letná Plain to protest against Andrej Babiš's government, marking the largest anti-government demonstration in the country since 2019, under the slogan "We will not allow our future to be stolen."

Mikuláš Minář is once again preparing a major demonstration against Andrej Babiš in Prague's Letná, nearly seven years after organizing the first large protest against him when he was prime minister.

The 2026 CPAC will take place on March 21 at the MTK Sports Hall. Among the confirmed guests for this year’s fifth CPAC Hungary are Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and Polish politician Mateusz…

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš condemned Israeli attacks on gas and oil fields in the Persian Gulf, making his statement before departing for the European Union summit in Brussels. His remarks highlight international concern over regional tensions.

Premiér Andrej Babiš chce na summit NATO v Ankare vycestovať namiesto prezidenta Petra Pavla a sám obhajovať nízke české výdavky na obranu. Pavel je zaskočený.

Česko sa pripája k iniciatíve sprísniť víza pre súčasných aj bývalých ruských vojakov. Krok má chrániť bezpečnosť jednotlivých krajín aj celého schengenu.

Czech President Petr Pavel has criticized Andrej Babiš's government over the defense ministry's budget, which is set to fall to 1.7 percent of GDP, and has threatened to block the budget next year if defense spending targets are not met.

Former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš fiercely attacked the previous Petr Fiala government, accusing it of harming children's health, but has since begun to backtrack on his statements.

An assessment of Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's leadership style and performance has been published, three months after his return to power following four years in opposition. The article characterizes him as a 'tough manager' rather than a philosopher, overseeing government operations closely.

The Prague Municipal Court will begin hearing the Čapí hnízdo case concerning MEP Jana Nagyová (ANO) on May 4th, while former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has avoided prosecution in this part of the case due to his immunity.

Americký veľvyslanec pri NATO ostro pripomína, že zo záväzkov Aliancie nemá nikto výnimku. Kritizuje český rozpočet, ktorý neplní dohodnuté ciele.

Misha Glenny suggests that Czech politician Andrej Babiš will observe and learn from the defeat of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz thanked Andrej Babiš for maintaining the ammunition initiative, with Babiš expressing clear support for Ukraine during his Berlin visit, yet an analyst notes that while the politicians are similar, Czech and German political cultures are diverging.

During the presentation of ODS's shadow cabinet, 27-year-old Štěpán Slach, a new face for the party, sharply criticized Andrej Babiš and the healthcare system, calling it 'riddled with socialism'.

The Ministry of Finance has been ordered to apologize to Deník Referendum and pay compensation for former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's statements, who accused the media outlet of lying about a story concerning the Bečva river pollution.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš reportedly became angry with Senate head Miloš Vystrčil for using a military special plane (CASA) to fly to the Paralympics in Italy, allegedly against Babiš's explicit ban due to repatriation flights. The military, however, revealed the actual circumstances.

A pundit suggests that the Czech coalition government will experience more frequent clashes now that Andrej Babiš has regained his parliamentary immunity.

Three Czech ministries are coordinating their response to a letter from the European Commission, which demands confirmation that the country is not violating EU and Czech legislation regarding Andrej Babiš's conflict of interest.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has avoided a subsidy fraud trial thanks to his parliamentary immunity, sparking outrage from the opposition.

Czech MPs are set to vote on lifting the immunity of Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and Speaker Tomio Okamura for criminal prosecution, with Babiš facing charges in the 'Stork's Nest' economic case and Okamura for alleged racist posters.

A political scientist speculates on whether March 5, 2026, will be seen as a pivotal day that allowed Andrej Babiš to advance his government with SPD and Motorists to a new qualitative level.

The Czech coalition reportedly stands on not issuing Andrej Babiš and Tomio Okamura for criminal prosecution, though the final decision of the MPs remains uncertain.

Czech President Petr Pavel criticized the new government of Prime Minister Andrej Babiš in the Chamber of Deputies for reducing defense allocations instead of adhering to commitments.

O situaci na Blízkém východě v pondělí ráno jednala Bezpečnostní rada státu. Premiér Andrej Babiš po jednání řekl, že Česko vyšle jeden svůj armádní Airbus do egyptského Šarm aš-Šajchu a jeden do…

The Czech Republic is preparing to send repatriation flights to evacuate its citizens from Israel, with plans to route them through Egypt due to closed air corridors over the Middle East.

A Politico analysis reveals the lesser-known financial empire of Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, highlighting exotic businesses, conflicts of interest, and legislative loopholes, including a company present in Romania.

Škoda unexpectedly showcased its new 7-seater electric SUV, the Peaq, during the opening of its new battery factory in Mladá Boleslav, attended by Prime Minister Andrej Babiš.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš announced a policy shift, stating that the country will no longer increase defense spending, prioritizing health instead, a clear departure from the previous government's stance.

Former Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala criticized current Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's remarks on defense spending, stating that not fulfilling allied commitments would displease Donald Trump and that security is vital for a long life.

Czech Deputy Prime Minister Karel Havlíček stated in Brussels that Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has taken measures regarding his potential conflict of interest that go 'far beyond the standard,' respon

The Mandate and Immunity Committee has recommended that the Czech Parliament not issue Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and Speaker Tomio Okamura for criminal prosecution, as expected.

Will Andrej Babiš's (ANO) government renew the New Green Savings subsidy program, or will it fundamentally change it? The program, which has helped hundreds of thousands of households, has been suspended since last autumn. "We need to pour clean…

Former Minister of Labor Marian Jurečka has sent an urgent letter to Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, expressing concern over the government's planned significant changes to the pension system.

Czech politics is stirred by disputes over Andrej Babiš's extradition, the new Environment Minister Igor Červený, and Tomio Okamura's controversial campaign, raising questions about trust in justice versus political calculus.

Milan Teplý, owner of Madeta, commented on Andrej Babiš's government plan to lower food prices in the Czech Republic and expressed regret over not being able to sell products to Russia.

An alleged leaked recording involving two members of the Czech Television Council has cast doubts on the past election of the CT general director, prompting Prime Minister Andrej Babiš to call for an investigation into its authenticity.

Plans proposed by Andrej Babiš regarding public media have triggered strikes and protests in Bulgaria, with citizens and media workers expressing strong opposition to the proposed changes.

A Czech political scientist analyzes Andrej Babiš's leadership as his government faces significant challenges, including rising fuel prices and a dispute with the president over a NATO summit.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš announced that the Czech Republic is interested in discussing with France a potential inclusion in a European nuclear deterrence initiative. The country is reportedly seeking ways to participate in this "French nuclear umbrella."

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has warned that the Czech Republic faces a potential 20% reduction in contributions from the EU budget starting in 2028. The country is dissatisfied with the proposed seven-year EU budget, particularly the shift from the current system of money distribution by ministries and the overall decrease in funds for the nation.

The Czech government, as confirmed by Andrej Babiš, will not provide a plane for the President of the Senate's planned trip to Taiwan. This decision prevents the Senate head from using a state aircraft for the diplomatic visit.

Czech politician Andrej Babiš reportedly changed his position on a key issue after meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, aligning with the government's stance on a matter previously contested with the Presidential Office.

Petr Topinka, a marketing expert who designed Andrej Babiš's successful campaigns, shared his assessment of the current government members' performance in an interview with Aktuálně.cz. He stated that Prime Minister Babiš remains effective, while others in the government face issues.

The Czech government has allocated seats on the military plane for the July NATO summit in Ankara to Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and the foreign and defense ministers, effectively excluding the President.

A political dispute has emerged in the Czech Republic concerning President Pavel's potential attendance at an upcoming NATO summit. President Pavel has stated he will not comment on his participation until he meets with Andrej Babiš, while some government officials are accused of campaigning against him, fueling debate over who should represent the nation.

Češki premijer Andrej Babiš čestitao je na X-u pobjedu mađarskom opozicionom lideru Peteru Magyaru navodeći da je njegova pobjeda postignuta protiv Viktora Orbana značajna, uz napomenu da ne smije…

Czech President Petr Pavel has informed Prime Minister Andrej Babiš of his constitutional intention to lead the Czech delegation at the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara in early July.

The Czech government, led by Andrej Babiš, has intervened in fuel prices, drawing criticism from economists who argue the policy is anti-social and increases costs. While large businesses largely support the move, smaller players are vocal in their opposition.

The Czech and Slovak cabinets have renewed their format of joint sessions, with both Prime Ministers, Andrej Babiš and Robert Fico, emphasizing the full attendance of their respective ministers at the meeting in Studénka.

Jana Černochová, the former Minister of Defense and current shadow defense minister for ODS, spoke about her relationship with weapons and criticized Andrej Babiš and an SPD minister.

During a joint meeting, Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš requested Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico to terminate Slovakia's state of oil emergency, suggesting the fuel issue should be resolved across the entire territory.

Editors and media outlets in the Czech Republic are pushing back against Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's perceived attacks on journalism and media freedom.

Over 20 Czech editors-in-chief issued a joint statement condemning attacks on journalists and urging Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and other politicians to respect independent journalism.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has called on major fuel distributors to immediately reduce prices, criticizing what he described as exorbitant diesel costs and disproportionate profit margins.

Czech politician Andrej Babiš has not changed his approach towards coalition partners, despite public speculation that he would adopt a tougher stance if the government majority refused to hand him over for criminal prosecution.

Tomio Okamura, leader of SPD and Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies, is reportedly using subtle tactics that have been successful but are irritating Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and other politicians.

A survey by Median agency indicates that a dispute between Czech President Petr Pavel and Andrej Babiš's government regarding the appointment of Filip Turek as minister has increased public trust in the head of state by a third.

Czech politician Andrej Babiš is once again criticized for his strategy of appealing to the voters of his coalition partners, a move that analysts suggest could backfire.

The Czech government coalition, including Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's ANO party, plans to propose legislation to abolish the monthly public media fee for seniors, young people, and companies, effectively reducing funding.

The Czech government, led by Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, is considering cutting 100 million CZK from the budget for promoting optional vaccinations, a move critics are calling propaganda.

Arms manufacturer Hynek commented on a fire at the LPP facility in Pardubice, stating that arms companies had already secured their operations after the attack on Ukraine. Police are investigating the fire, and Prime Minister Andrej Babiš criticized LPP's security measures.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has declared a triumphant outcome regarding emission allowances following a recent EU summit, though the article suggests his victory may be overstated.

The arms company LPP Holding has reiterated its rejection of Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's assertion that its facility in Pardubice, which was set on fire by unknown perpetrators, was not adequately secured, stating they used legislatively permissible means.

Over 200,000 people gathered in Prague to protest against the Czech government, responding to a call from the 'A Million Moments for Democracy' alliance, aiming to prevent the country from becoming more authoritarian. Tens of thousands specifically protested against the government of Andrej Babiš, warning against the weakening of democracy and pressure on public media, with the founder of 'A Million Moments for Democracy' also speaking.

Czech President Petr Pavel has warned the government to increase defense spending to meet NATO commitments, emphasizing that failing to do so endangers Czech security; former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš commented that he could better explain the reasons for the Czech Republic's unfulfilled obligations at the upcoming NATO summit.

The Czech Ministry for Regional Development responded to a letter from the European Commission, confirming that Czech legislation on conflict of interest is well-established and not violated in connection with Andrej Babiš's appointment as prime minister.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš stated that Israeli attacks on gas and oil fields are 'incomprehensible.' He added that he is not afraid of a new wave of illegal migration from Iran due to the Middle East escalation and will advocate for Europe to actively fight refugee smugglers at the upcoming summit.

Advocates for kratom are urging former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš to address the black market, while Babiš has blamed the current Fiala government for issues related to kratom use.

Natálie Vachatová, an advisor to Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, is facing scrutiny for past social media posts where she allegedly defended Russia and expressed understanding for Vladimir Putin's policies.

Czech President Petr Pavel is scheduled to sign the state budget law on Friday, as announced by Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, which will officially end the provisional budget period in the Czech Republic.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš announced that the Czech Republic will support Italy's proposal at the European Council to suspend the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS 1) for energy, heavy industry, and aviation.

Members of parliament are discussing at an extraordinary session the indictment of Prime Minister Andrej Babiš (ANO) in the Čapí hnízdo case, and also Tomio Okamura (SPD) in connection with election posters.

Delegates at the ODS congress rejected the concept of a center-right party alliance proposed by outgoing chairman Petr Fiala, who remains convinced that a broader platform is necessary to compete with Andrej Babiš.

The Czech Republic is facing increasing international pressure due to its significantly cut defense budget, which, after intervention by Andrej Babiš's cabinet, will only reach slightly over 1.7 percent of GDP.

The Czech government has altered rules for official travel, with Prime Minister Andrej Babiš now deciding on the use of government planes, leading President Petr Pavel to deem the intervention baseless and choose an alternative travel method.

The government of Andrej Babiš has changed the rules for approving flights of constitutional officials abroad using military specials, with the Prime Minister now solely deciding on their necessity, following consequences from Senate President Miloš Vystrčil's trip.

A podcast episode of 'Politická šikana' focused on the upcoming presidential election, the strength of Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, the role of the state in media, and the future of media, featuring journalist Michal Půr.

Andrej Babiš responded to criticism from the US ambassador regarding reduced defense spending, stating that NATO allies would understand, but a commentator warns of potential anger from Donald Trump.

Czech Minister Zůna, along with Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and Foreign Minister Petr Macinka, avoided a meeting with the US ambassador, who criticized their handling of the Czech defense budget as a 'great risk' and a breach of agreement.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš is proposing changes to the funding of public broadcasting, sparking debate and concerns that this could be a step towards its eventual abolition.

The lower house of the Czech Parliament, with votes from the ruling coalition, rejected a proposal to lift the parliamentary immunity of Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and the Speaker of the House.

The Czech Parliament voted against lifting the immunity of Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and Speaker Tomio Okamura, rejecting the judiciary's request for their criminal prosecution.

During a parliamentary address, Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš spoke about a woman close to him whose life was 'destroyed' by the Čapí hnízdo case, expressing his desire to help her.

Andrej Babiš's government continues its crackdown on illegally acquired wealth, gaining new powers through legislation and surprisingly finding an ally in a rival who praises his efforts.

After five years, the Czech Ministry of Industry has started to reclaim seven subsidies for Agrofert subsidiaries that the European Commission refused to pay out following an audit into Andrej Babiš's conflict of interest.

Czech Republic's largest internet company, Seznam.cz, has filed a lawsuit against Prime Minister Andrej Babiš (ANO) to protect its reputation against his escalating attacks.

Former Prime Minister Petr Fiala reflects on his government's defeat to Andrej Babiš, asserting that Babiš has learned from past mistakes and is now even more dangerous, despite Fiala's coalition not losing by a significant margin.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has publicly supported the recent attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran, stating that Iran's nuclear program and support for terrorism pose a threat to the Czech Republic and Europe.

While known for his fertilizer business, Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's lesser-known business empire has reportedly helped over 170,000 babies be born in Europe.

With the government complete, Andrej Babiš (ANO) having placed Agrofert into a trust, and parliament not issuing him and Tomio Okamura (SPD) for criminal prosecution, the ANO movement's four-year term of unrestricted rule begins.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš stated that the Czech Republic is not on a path to increase defense spending, despite rising NATO targets.

The European Commission has requested confirmation from the Czech Republic that Agrofert has not received new subsidies since December 2025, seeking clarification on how the country is preventing conflicts of interest involving Prime Minister Andrej Babiš.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš stated that the government's program does not mention the war in Ukraine, focusing instead on the daily lives of Czech citizens, a stance criticized by analyst Jiří Pehe.

The Czech government is advancing legislation that would grant police extraordinary powers to seize assets without a prior court ruling on their illegal acquisition, following the smooth approval of the new law by Andrej Babiš's cabinet.

The Supervisory Board of the State Agricultural Intervention Fund (SZIF) has called on its director, Petr Dlouhý, to immediately begin recovering subsidies from Agrofert, a company formerly owned by Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, for the past four years.

Český premiér Andrej Babiš označil vojnu na Ukrajine za nezmyselnú a privítal mierové snahy prezidenta Trumpa. Pri príležitosti štvrtého výročia invázie sa v Česku konajú podporné akcie pre Ukrajinu.

Czech President Petr Pavel has definitively blocked Filip Turek from joining the cabinet, despite support from Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, following a power struggle with motorists.

Andrej Babiš und Robert Fico zählten zu den engsten Verbündeten des ungarischen Ministerpräsidenten. Nach dessen Wahlniederlage müssen sie sich neu orientieren.

Hynek Kmoníček, an experienced diplomat and key advisor to Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, is set to become the new ambassador to the UN in New York, replacing Jakub Kulhánek.

The Andrej Babiš government has carried out two rounds of optimization measures, cutting 322 positions by January 1 and 148 by April 1, with a third round planned, all in the name of efficiency and savings.

Former Czech Finance Minister Ivan Pilný reflects on his departure from the ANO movement, stating he would have been fired or left due to disillusionment with Andrej Babiš's intentions and the populist style of governance.

Prime Minister Andrej Babiš announced that the government will pursue a pragmatic foreign policy, arguing that a value-based approach has only harmed Czech companies, citing a decision regarding a Senate President's visit.

The Czech Republic is facing pressure from the United States regarding its unfulfilled NATO defense spending commitments, with former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš defending the country's position. This issue highlights a broader "turf war" over defense spending dividing EU and NATO members.

A key figure in the technical operations of the Czech Office for Foreign Relations and Information is set to leave the service this year. The government of Andrej Babiš approved his promotion to general rank discreetly upon his departure.

The Czech government, led by Andrej Babiš, plans to abolish license fees for public media and instead fund Česká televize and Český rozhlas directly from the state budget, without merging the two entities.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš stated he could not imagine what President Petr Pavel would do at the NATO summit in Ankara, though he would not prevent his attendance.

A regular political commentary by Radek Bartoníček humorously reviews the past week's events in Czech politics, touching on topics such as Andrej Babiš's vacation, a 'Gift for Putin,' and a newborn.

A debate is ongoing in the Czech Republic regarding the Andrej Babiš government's intentions to potentially alter the Constitution, independent institutions, presidential powers, and public media funding. Critics warn against a potential 'hijacking' of the constitution.

An analysis of the first round of elections for six new members of the Czech TV Council indicates a strong performance by Andrej Babiš and his allies, with the opposition candidates largely unsuccessful.

Czech President Petr Pavel still expects to attend the summer NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, and plans to meet with Prime Minister Andrej Babiš to discuss it, despite Babiš's earlier suggestion that he should attend.

Contracts between the Directorate of Roads and Motorways (ŘSD) and Agrofert subsidiaries for car repairs and emissions testing have been deemed invalid due to Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's conflict of interest, yet Agrofert will still receive payment for the services rendered.

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico and Czech politician Andrej Babiš met at Nová Horka castle and signed two memoranda on Czech-Slovak cooperation, focusing on economy and nuclear energy.

Czech ministries are celebrating 'Czech Flag Day' on March 30, despite it not being an officially approved holiday. Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's proposal to add it to the list of significant days was approved by deputies but rejected by the Senate.

The Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has suggested capping merchant margins to reduce fuel prices, a measure that some warn could be devastating for highway gas stations.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has proposed capping the margins of fuel retailers as the sole method to reduce fuel prices, with the government scheduled to discuss the measure with market players.

Aktuálně.cz editor Radek Bartoníček reviews the past week's events in Czech politics in his regular Friday program, offering insights and commentary, including on former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and his coalition are reportedly leveraging an upcoming parliamentary vote to appoint loyal members to the supervisory board of the public television, aiming to shift the majority in their favor.

The Czech Support and Guarantee Fund for Farmers and Foresters is now preparing to reclaim subsidies from Agrofert companies, which were paid out during Andrej Babiš's first government, due to his conflict of interest.

Commentator Bastlová suggests the Czech government is 'going after' public media, amidst broader political disputes over authorities and democratic rules, questioning if the political system is changing and Andrej Babiš's role.

A report on Czech parliamentary attendance shows some MPs missed over half of votes, while others had perfect records, and Prime Minister Andrej Babiš now attends more frequently than when he was in opposition.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš stated that his government does not plan to make changes following a large anti-government demonstration by 'Million Moments for Democracy' on Prague's Letná plain, which organizers claimed drew at least a quarter-million people.

A new "poll of polls" in the Czech Republic indicates that Andrej Babiš's party holds an unprecedented lead of nearly 20 percentage points over the second strongest party, marking the largest gap in the history of the Czech Republic and democratic Czechoslovakia. The "Spolu" coalition is reportedly facing internal struggles.

A discussion and analysis are underway regarding the successes and failures of Andrej Babiš's government during its first 100 days in office, examining its priorities and challenges.

Not only has the conflict between the president and the government intensified in recent days, with Andrej Babiš no longer hiding that he wants to "tap" Petr Pavel on the fingers at least now and then.

Na Letenskej pláni v Prahe demonštrujú desaťtisíce ľudí proti vláde Andreja Babiša. Upozorňujú na oslabovanie demokracie a tlak na verejnoprávne médiá.

Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and Finance Minister Alena Schillerová defended the Parliament-approved budget, which has a deficit of 310 billion CZK, at Prague Castle.

Andrej Babiš announced that he, not President Pavel, will attend the July NATO summit, stating his intention to personally explain the defense budget to Trump and change current practices.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš expressed concern that gas prices would significantly increase following Israel's attack on Iranian oil infrastructure, describing the Israeli action as 'incomprehensible'.

With CPAC Hungary just three days away, the official program is still not available online, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not attend for 'security reasons,' though Andrej Babiš is expected to speak.

Andrej Babiš's government, an ally of Viktor Orbán, is reportedly drafting a Russian-style 'foreign agent' law with the help of a Kremlin-linked advisor, claiming it will bring transparency while critics argue it aims to suppress civil society and independent media.

A commentary criticizes Czech politician Andrej Babiš for attempting to avoid the 2% defense spending target, arguing it jeopardizes Czech security and undermines European solidarity, despite acknowledging US contributions to continental instability.

„Nechceme žádných sto dnů hájení, už pracujeme,“ prohlásil Andrej Babiš (ANO) po jmenování nové vlády hnutí ANO, SPD a strany Motoristů sobě.

President Petr Pavel will enter the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the first time since Andrej Babiš's (ANO) government took office.

Former Prague mayor and psychiatrist Pavel Bém, despite being an ODS member, has allied with Andrej Babiš and is reportedly planning to run for ANO in Prague.

The Municipal Court in Prague has separated the Čapí hnízdo case, ruling that the part concerning Prime Minister Andrej Babiš (ANO) cannot proceed due to the Parliament's decision not to extradite him for criminal prosecution, while Nagyová will be tried separately.

The Czech Republic is expected to fail to meet its NATO defense spending target while under the leadership of populist leader Andrej Babiš.

Andrej Babiš's ANO government is set to reverse previous policy towards Slovakia, with both countries aiming to strengthen ties. A new cooperation agreement, advocating for a Europe of sovereign nations and a peaceful future, is proposed to frame the renewed relationship.

US Ambassador Nicholas Merrick criticized the Andrej Babiš government's approach to defense spending at a security conference, strongly reminding them of their commitments.

Czech MEP Danuše Nerudová stated that Andrej Babiš has signaled his intention to align with Fico and Orbán, as discussions in the European Parliament this week, coinciding with International Women's Day, also addressed digital violence against women, an issue many MEPs, including Nerudová, have experienced.

A Czech political commentary segment discusses President Pavel facing 'retaliation' for his openness, while former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš receives protection amidst criticism of the justice system.

The government of Andrej Babiš has officially requested a reduced loan for defense spending from the European Commission, instead seeking EU funds for highway construction.

The Czech opposition views the non-extradition of Andrej Babiš and Tomio Okamura as undermining trust in the system, with former Prime Minister Petr Fiala stating that the ruling coalition aims to protect Babiš from criminal prosecution.

An advisor to Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš emphasized that the country's assistance to Ukraine in its fight against Russia aligns with the new government's security priorities.

Czech lawmakers are scheduled to vote on whether to lift the immunity of former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, allowing prosecutors to proceed with an EU fraud case against him.

A debate in the Czech Parliament about tourists stranded in Jordan devolved into an argument, with Prime Minister Andrej Babiš announcing a state-chartered plane and criticizing Ryanair and Emirates.

Prime Minister Andrej Babiš stated that the government is solely focused on repatriating Czech citizens from the Middle East, confirming the DROZD system is operational and around 6,400 Czechs are in the region.

Philosopher and former politician Daniel Kroupa criticizes Czech MPs for abusing their immunity, turning it into a privilege. He suggests public pressure is the only way to address this, especially after the expected non-extradition of Andrej Babiš and Tomio Okamura.

Celý svet rieši vojnu v Iráne. Český premiér Andrej Babiš zvolal bezpečnostnú radu štátu. Náš premiér Robert Fico mal tlačovku o kajúcnikoch.

Premiér Andrej Babiš z ANO uvedl k útoku na Írán, že nejdůležitější je v tuto chvíli zajistit bezpečí našich občanů. A dodal, že Česko stojí za svými spojenci.

The European Union is scrutinizing the vast business empire of Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, which includes various sectors from fertilizers to funeral flowers, as it struggles to understand his 'invisible' business dealings.

The Czech Ministry of Regional Development confirmed receiving a letter from the European Commission regarding Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's conflict of interest concerning Agrofert, and is preparing a response.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš stated that the Czech Republic 'certainly does not' aim to increase defense spending to NATO targets, marking a clear shift from the previous government's policy.

Prime Minister Andrej Babiš stated that the Czech Republic will not increase its defense spending to 3.5% of GDP, aligning with the government's election program.

Prime Minister Andrej Babiš announced that the Ministry of Interior will begin designing and building the Věra Čáslavská National Training Center. He stated this in a video on Instagram, confirming an agreement with Interior Minister Lubomír Metnar.

The State Agricultural Intervention Fund is reviewing the legal structure of Agrofert, a holding company whose shares were placed in a private trust by Prime Minister Andrej Babiš, to ensure compliance with national and European legislation regarding subsidies.

The State Agricultural Intervention Fund (SZIF) has stopped payments to Agrofert and will review whether the legal arrangement, where former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš transferred his shares to a private trust, complies with national and European legislation.

Women are urgently appealing to Andrej Babiš for help regarding the negative impact of a new divorce law on children in families experiencing domestic violence, a concern previously raised by experts.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš will not attend a Senate public hearing on Ukraine's security, European security, and state defense capabilities. He stated that his program focuses on the daily lives of Czech citizens and that he has already addressed the war and Ukraine in his agenda.