Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico denounced President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for 'threatening' foreign delegations, calling the remarks unacceptable and accusing the Ukrainian leader of disrespecting Russia's role in defeating fascism in World War II.
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Fico plans to attend Russia's Victory Day celebrations and had earlier denounced Zelensky for 'threatening' foreign delegations.
Fico was outraged by Zelenskyy's statement and accused him of disrespecting Russia
Fico said Zelenskyy should not threaten countries where millions of people live during celebrations
Fico said he would go to Russia on May 9 for the parade
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