Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico Shot Multiple Times. Condition Remains Stable, But Serious

Slovakia's populist Prime Minister Robert Fico was gravely wounded after being shot multiple times following a political event in the town of Handlova. He underwent a five-hour surgery conducted by two medical teams to treat his multiple gunshot wounds. A hospital official said his condition has stabilized but remains serious, and he will be cared for in the intensive care unit. A suspect in the assassination attempt, who acted alone and previously participated in anti-government protests, has been charged with carrying out the attack. The suspect listed government policies on prosecution and media as reasons for the attack.