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Slovak court sentences 72-year-old Juraj Cintula, the perpetrator in the attempted assassination of prime minister Robert Fico in 2024, to 21 years in prison.

A Slovak court sentences 72-year-old Juraj Cintula, the perpetrator in the attempted assassination of prime minister Robert Fico in 2024, to 21 years in prison. Cintula continues to deny the accusations, saying he aimed away from vital organs.

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CrimeSlovak court sentences 72-year-old Juraj Cintula, the perpetrator in the attempted assassination of prime minister Robert Fico in 2024, to 21 years in prison.

A Slovak court sentences 72-year-old Juraj Cintula, the perpetrator in the attempted assassination of prime minister Robert Fico in 2024, to 21 years in prison. Cintula continues to deny the accusations, saying he aimed away from vital organs.

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