Slovak President Peter Pellegrini has withdrawn his support for Filip Kuffa's nomination as Minister of the Environment, citing concerns raised by intelligence services regarding ongoing criminal proceedings potentially linked to his previous role as State Secretary. Pellegrini requested Prime Minister Robert Fico to propose another candidate for the position. Kuffa will remain in his current post as Deputy Minister while the role of Minister remains vacant following the departure of Tomáš Taraba. This decision highlights potential political turmoil in Slovakia's government formation and raises questions about the integrity of potential ministerial appointees. This development could influence future policy decisions regarding environmental issues in Slovakia. Further scrutiny is expected regarding the specific allegations against Kuffa and their implications for the Slovak government.