Slovak opposition rift emerges ahead of Nov 17 protest; Matovič silent

Ahead of the November 17 demonstration, civil society organizers in Bratislava have reserved Freedom Square and refuse to hand it over to the opposition, a change from last year's arrangement. Igor Matovič declined to comment, and Demokrati and KDH appear at odds, signaling internal opposition tension. The split could weaken the protest's impact and complicate opposition coordination.