Slovakia’s PM Fico to Attend Victory Day Parade in Moscow

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is scheduled to attend the Victory Day parade in Moscow to commemorate the 81st anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany, according to confirmations from the Kremlin and Russian state media.

Kremlin foreign policy adviser Yury Ushakov confirmed the Prime Minister’s attendance on April 29, 2026, telling state media reporters that Fico is mentioned a lot, so I can confirm Fico, as reported by Interfax.

The confirmation follows previous reports in Slovak media suggesting that while Fico intended to visit Russia for the May 9 holiday, he might forgo the military parade on Red Square. The official statement from the Kremlin indicates he will instead be among the foreign guests at the event.

Planned Commemorations

In addition to the parade, Prime Minister Fico has stated his intention to lay flowers at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Moscow. This gesture is part of a broader series of activities planned for the anniversary.

Fico has previously highlighted the historical connection between the two nations, noting that Slovakia is home to memorial sites and mass graves of Red Army soldiers who fought during World War II.

The Prime Minister’s decision to attend the 2026 celebrations follows his participation in the Moscow Victory Parade on May 9, 2025. In a statement made on March 15, 2026, Fico announced his plans to return to Moscow for the 81st anniversary in advance to ensure the media was informed of his intent.