Slovaks free Fico from checks and balances

Assessments are pouring in on Slovakia’s recent presidential election – one that saw a pro-European candidate lose out to an ally of controversial PM Robert Fico, who now has a free hand to roll out his illiberal agenda.   In other news, Brussels finally reaches agreement on the long-awaited migration and asylum pact.   An episode by Joanna Neville, brought to you by Euranet Plus.   Image © Butenkov Aleksei / Shutterstock