Slovakia, Italy and others go to the polls in EU elections under shadow of violence

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

57% : But Ms von der Leyen - who will be hoping to use Sunday's results as a launchpad for a second term at the head of the EU - has stressed respect for the rule of law as a quintessential requirement for those seeking power.
47% : Mr Metsola urged EU citizens to go vote, "or others will decide for you".
41% : Slovakia, Italy and the Czech Republic were among five European Union nations casting their votes on the penultimate day of European Union elections, in a race held under the shadow of political violence.
36% : While he did not directly discuss the vote, Mr Fico attacked the EU, suggesting he was a victim because of his views which contrast with the European mainstream, and claimed the mainstream media and liberal opposition were also to blame for the attempt on his life.

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