SaralnamaFormer Czech PM Andrej Babis was hit with a metal crutch at an election rally on 3 Oct 2023. The attack happened in Dobrá, 376km east of Prague. Babis was taken to hospital for tests and quickly discharged. Police arrested the attacker at the scene. Babis's party blamed the government for spreading hatred. PM Petr Fiala condemned the violence. The motive for the attack is unclear. Czechs will vote in general elections on 3-4 Oct. To stay safe at rallies, remain alert and follow security instructions. (Updated 2 Sep 2025, 03:01 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Former Czech PM Andrej Babis was hit with a metal crutch at an election rally on 3 Oct 2023
- The attack happened in Dobrá, 376km east of Prague
- Babis was taken to hospital for tests and quickly discharged