Slovakia summons Russian ambassador after Kyiv strike near its embassy

Slovakia summoned Russia's ambassador after a Russian strike on Kyiv damaged a building near its embassy's consular section. Bratislava condemned the attack and demanded explanations from Moscow. Foreign Minister Juraj Blanar said the consular section was used on a limited basis due to security, and no staff were present during the strike. He urged Moscow to avoid actions threatening civilian lives and called on both sides to pursue peaceful resolution. The September 4 strike targeted Ukraine's Security Service headquarters in central Kyiv. Ukraine's foreign ministry called it a serious escalation, while the SBU vowed a painful response to the attack.