Security Council discusses military strategy ahead of NATO summit

The Czech National Security Council met on Wednesday to discuss a broad security agenda, including a new long-term strategy for the armed forces and preparations for next month's NATO summit. President Petr Pavel also attended the talks and Prime Minister Andrej Babiš (ANO) said the meeting's agenda was so extensive that it could not be completed in a single session. The updated military strategy is expected to outline the development of the Czech Army through 2040. The council was also expected to discuss stricter rules for Russian diplomats entering Czechia from other Schengen countries.