Media Wire Express Correspondent
According to an RT report, The delivery of Soviet-era MiG-29 fighter jets from Slovakia to Ukraine has been declared illegal by the new Slovak government, raising significant legal and political issues.
The controversy stems from a decision made by the interim government of Prime Minister Eduard Heger in March 2023 to transfer 13 MiG-29s to Ukraine. This decision has been scrutinized by the newly elected government led by Robert Fico, who has consistently opposed sending arms to Ukraine.
Igor Melicher, the state secretary to the minister of defense, announced on Tuesday that the delivery was unauthorized, citing constitutional limitations on interim governments making major foreign policy decisions. Melicher indicated that the Ministry of Defense is preparing legal action to address the unauthorized transfer.
The claim of illegality is based on the lack of a proper legal analysis justifying the aid, a gap revealed by ombudsman Robert Dobrovodsky. Dobrovodsky noted that no formal analysis could be found in the ministry’s records, suggesting that the previous administration acted beyond its constitutional remit.
This decision by the interim government had involved delivering both operational and non-operational MiG-29s, with some designated for spare parts. The jets were originally part of a fleet acquired from Russia between 1993 and 1996, and their transfer to Ukraine was seen as a significant gesture of support amid the ongoing conflict with Russia. However, this move has now been condemned by the new administration, emphasizing the need for such significant decisions to be made by a fully authorized government.
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The debate over the legality of this arms transfer occurs in a broader context of international military aid to Ukraine. While the delivery of the MiG-29s was completed, Ukraine continues to press for more advanced aircraft, such as the US-made F-16 fighters, to enhance its defense capabilities.
The transfer of the MiGs is part of a larger pattern of military support from NATO countries, despite Russia’s consistent warnings that such aid prolongs the conflict and risks further escalation.
Prime Minister Fico, who survived an assassination attempt attributed to a pro-Ukrainian activist, has maintained that the conflict should be resolved diplomatically rather than through continued military support. Defense Minister Robert Kalinak also criticized the previous government for acting irresponsibly, suggesting that Slovakia’s own security needs were compromised by the transfer.
The unfolding situation in Slovakia highlights the complex interplay between national legal constraints and international military aid policies, reflecting the broader tensions within NATO and its member states regarding support for Ukraine. As Slovakia prepares for legal action, the implications of this decision will likely resonate across Europe, influencing future military aid strategies and international diplomatic relations
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