Czech Republic Won’t Send Representatives to US – Minister
- Miroslav Hlaváč, the Deputy Chief of Staff of the Czech Armed Forces, will travel to the United States on an official visit, the Czech Ministry of Defense announced.
- respekt reported on January 29, 2026, that Černochová halted Rehka's planned visit, citing disagreements over personnel matters.
- The Ministry of Defence has not yet released details regarding the purpose or duration of hlaváč's visit.
Czech Deputy Chief of Staff to Visit U.S. Despite Prior Travel Restriction
Miroslav Hlaváč, the Deputy Chief of Staff of the Czech Armed Forces, will travel to the United States on an official visit, the Czech Ministry of Defense announced. This trip comes after Defence Minister Jana Černochová initially blocked a similar trip for chief of Staff Lieutenant General Jan rehka, according to a report from Respekt magazine.
respekt reported on January 29, 2026, that Černochová halted Rehka’s planned visit, citing disagreements over personnel matters. The details of these disagreements where not immediately disclosed. Hlaváč’s trip suggests a shift in approach regarding military-to-military engagement with the U.S.
The Ministry of Defence has not yet released details regarding the purpose or duration of hlaváč’s visit. Further data is expected as the trip approaches.