The 2025 Czech parliamentary elections sparked debate in Ukraine and Europe over whether the country might turn toward anti-Ukrainian policies. Andrej Babiš’s ANO party secured a strong victory with 80 seats, falling short of the 101 needed for a majority. The coalition of incumbent Prime Minister Petr Fiala won 52 seats, and the Mayors and Independents party received 22 mandates.
A new entrant, the Motorists’ party, also made it to parliament. Leftist parties failed to cross the 5% threshold—meaning the communists are once again absent from parliament as in 2021. Significant regional differences emerged; ANO prevailed in 13 out of 14 regions, while Prague remained a liberal stronghold.
The voting process was democratic and turnout was high (up to 72.53% regionally), with the potential for new coalition scenarios. Economic issues, inflation, rising prices, and a corruption scandal in the outgoing government influenced voters’ decisions.
Coalition formation remains complicated: most parties refuse to ally with Babiš’s ANO, resist far-right scenarios, and wish to maintain the country’s European orientation. Despite the populist success, a direct anti-Ukrainian shift is unlikely, and the formation of a stable government is still uncertain.
Debate on future support for Ukraine is taking place against the backdrop of Russian information influence, economic challenges, and social fatigue. The risk of the Czech Republic reducing its proactive support exists, but fundamental change is unlikely due to the anti-Ukrainian forces’ lack of a constitutional majority.
Thus, the election results do not mean the Czech Republic is firmly joining the anti-Ukrainian camp. Future support will depend on government formation and the positions of the new political alliances.
