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May 7, 2026Contemporary European HistoryOpen Access

Unveiling Hidden Russophilia or Paradoxical Pragmatism? Slovak–Soviet Relations Under the Molotov–Ribbentrop Pact

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AHAnton Hruboň

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Article examines diplomatic ties and strategies between Slovakia and the Soviet Union from 1939 to 1941, highlighting pragmatism.

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  • The study aims to analyze the complexities of Slovak–Soviet relations during the Molotov–Ribbentrop Pact era.
  • Used archival and published sources to assess Slovak foreign policy dynamics.
  • Investigated the role of the Hlinka Slovak People’s Party in diplomatic relations with Moscow.
  • Examined the impact of German strategic decisions on Slovak initiatives.”],
  • Highlighted that Slovak foreign policy was largely dependent on German strategic choices.
  • Showed that attempts to forge a Bratislava–Moscow axis were ultimately illusory.
  • Demonstrated the pragmatic calculations of Slovak elites overshadowed ideological rhetoric.

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Anton Hruboň (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69fc2ca48b49bacb8b348144https://doi.org/10.1017/s0960777326101684
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