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Politico | Babiš nominates army veteran to lead Czech defense ministry

The nomination of retired Lt. Gen. Jaromír Zůna as defense minister signals stability in Czech defense policy despite the far-right SPD gaining control of the ministry. His stance toward NATO offers reassurance, though the government’s direction will depend on his cooperation with SPD deputy Radovan Vích and Prime Minister Babiš’s influence. Martin Vokálek, Executive Director and Head of the Brussels Office of the EUROPEUM Institute, commented for Politico.
26. November 2025

The biggest question mark would be whether he would be more of a technocratic, administrative minister or try to play political games, and how well he would do.

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