SaS chairman Branislav Gröhling defended MP Alojz Hlina after his emotional reaction to the political situation in the opposition. He stated that he humanly understands Hlina's reaction. Hlina, at a press conference in the National Council on Thursday, criticized the absence of opposition partners from the event. ekonomika.pravda.sk ↗
Gröhling also emphasized that a future government must be able to survive an entire term. According to the SaS chairman, it will therefore be important for opposition parties to be able to cooperate and find common solutions even in different political situations. SITA ↗
The opposition also wants to show its unity at a planned protest. According to current statements, joint participation is meant to demonstrate that opposition representatives can act together despite differing opinions and disputes.
Kaliňák voiced criticism of opposition cooperation. He blamed the opposition for being unable to agree even on fundamental issues. His statement pointed to persisting differences between opposition partners.
The dispute surrounding Hlina's outburst thus also opened up a broader question about how the opposition functions. Gröhling's statement suggests an effort to maintain cooperation between opposition parties and prepare them for potential joint governance. At the same time, it remains open whether they will be able to overcome their differing positions in future political decisions as well.
Gröhling defends Hlina after emotional outburst in parliament
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Branislav Gröhling
Predseda SaS
24.08.2026
„Fico je klasický farizej, podnikateľov dusil dva roky."
Predseda opozičnej SaS reagoval na premiérov obrat pri transakčnej dani, ktorú vláda zaviedla ako konsolidačné opatrenie.
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