Latest news in Czech Republic? September 13th, 2026

The latest developments in the Czech Republic around September 13, 2026:

• EU Subsidy Clawback Concerns: Reports highlight that the Czech Republic could face repaying roughly CZK 6 billion in disputed European Union agricultural subsidies following unresolved oversight audits. Expats.cz
• Pegasus Takeover Approval: The Czech Office for the Protection of Competition (ÚOHS) granted conditional approval for Turkish carrier Pegasus Airlines to acquire České aerolinie (ČSA) and Smartwings, contingent on releasing key takeoff and landing slots on high-demand routes like Prague–Antalya to protect fair competition. Prague Daily News
• Energy and Fuel Costs: Domestic fuel prices have reached four-year highs, largely driven by surging transport costs and seasonal oil market pressures, while national annual inflation ticked up slightly to 1.9%.
• Public Health Regulation: Government officials have advanced legislative plans to enforce tighter regulations and age restrictions on the distribution and sale of kratom and related psychoactive substances.
• Diplomatic & Defense Posture: Czech armed forces continue hosting the international NATO close air support exercise “Ample Strike 2026” through mid-September, while the President’s office finalized preparations to lead the Czech delegation to the upcoming UN General Assembly in New York. Militär Aktuell