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Czech abortion rates drop to lowest levels since the Communist era

Abortion numbers in Czechia have fallen to historic lows, but increasingly sharp political rhetoric and rival street demonstrations in Prague this weekend proved that growing tensions over reproductive rights remain.

14 Apr 2026-14:33
Czech extends major nuclear plant life by 20 years

The Czech Republic has approved a major extension of the operating life of the Dukovany nuclear power plant, allowing its four reactor units to continue running for an additional 20 years, according to officials.

09 Apr 2026-16:59
Police detain fourth suspect after arson attack on Czech defence factory

Czech police have detained a fourth suspect following an arson attack on an optics and drones factory this month and a court has ordered the person be held in custody, ‌police said on X on Saturday.

28 Mar 2026-23:58
Largest Czech anti-government protest since 2019

Around 250,000 people joined the Czech Republic’s largest anti-government protest since 2019, demonstrating against defense spending cuts and fears over threats to public media independence under Prime Minister Andrej Babis.

21 Mar 2026-21:30
Israeli-linked arms factory set ablaze in Czech Republic - VIDEO

A facility connected to Israeli defense company Elbit Systems has been set on fire in the Czech Republic, prompting an investigation by local authorities.

20 Mar 2026-16:39
UAE, Czech Republic boost ties in new economy sectors

The United Arab Emirates and the Czech Republic discussed expanding economic cooperation in emerging sectors.

25 Feb 2026-15:56
Oto Klempíř hospitalized after Prague car accident

Oto Klempíř, candidate for Czech Minister of Culture, was involved in a morning car accident in Prague and has been hospitalized as a precaution.

23 Feb 2026-16:59
EU delays ‘Made in Europe’ plan amid internal divisions

The European Commission has delayed the announcement of its proposed “Made in Europe” industrial policy by one week following internal disagreements over the scope of the plan.

23 Feb 2026-15:55
Pavol Vasko ear-bite incident sparks Clash MMA chaos - VIDEO

A controversial ear-biting incident during a Clash MMA event in the Czech Republic led to chaos involving fans and fighters after the bout ended.

09 Feb 2026-11:25
Shooting at Czech town hall kills one, shooter also dead, police say

19 Jan 2026-14:30