Robert Fico, Slovakia’s Prime Minister and a staunch supporter of President Trump within the European Union, has returned from Florida with a stark warning for Europe. Fico, who has been an advocate of Trump’s ‘America First’ policies and often criticizes perceived European weaknesses, reportedly expressed alarm over the President’s mental state following a recent meeting. According to Politico, Fico shared his concerns with EU leaders, marking a significant shift from his previously unwavering support for Trump. This insight comes from a private gathering at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate on January 17, as reported by five senior European diplomats familiar with the discussions.

During a subsequent emergency summit in Brussels on January 22, Fico reportedly described Trump’s psychological condition as ‘dangerous’, according to the diplomats. This summit was convened urgently to address tensions arising from Trump’s controversial plans regarding Greenland. Fico’s remarks were made during an unofficial meeting with EU leaders, shedding light on his unease about Trump’s behavior. The diplomats interviewed by Politico noted they were not privy to the exact remarks from Trump that might have alarmed Fico.

Fico’s candid comments mark a dramatic departure from his earlier praises of Trump. Just a year ago, at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), Fico was applauded for commending Trump’s global influence, asserting that the President was serving Europe’s interests. His admiration has been evident, as he has frequently highlighted his close ties with Trump, including posting a Facebook video after their Mar-a-Lago meeting. Fico’s support has also extended to backing the U.S. stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, often putting him at odds with other European leaders.

Fico took to X on Wednesday, saying: ‘I must emphatically reject the lies of the Politico portal about how I assessed my meeting with US President Trump at an informal summit in Brussels. No one heard anything, no one saw anything, there are no witnesses, but nothing prevented the Politico portal from coming up with lies.’ White House spokesperson Anna Kelly also shot the accusations down, saying in a statement, ‘This is absolutely total fake news from anonymous European diplomats who are trying to be relevant. The meeting at Mar–a–Lago was positive and productive.’ It isn’t just Fico who is reportedly looking over his shoulder. High–ranking officials and heads of state across Europe are said to be facing mounting anxiety regarding Trump’s ‘unpredictability.’

According to a sixth EU diplomat, who, while not present for Fico’s specific briefing, says they know that this feeling of uncertainty is no longer an isolated concern, but a growing trend among the continent’s most senior decision–makers. Anxiety surrounding the President’s medical status is also ‘rapidly becoming a more conversed topic at all levels,’ according to an EU representative engaged in diplomatic talks within Brussels. At 79, Trump has consistently dismissed any claims that his mental clarity is failing. In a recent conversation with New York Magazine, he addressed the rumors directly, maintaining that ‘he doesn’t suffer from Alzheimer’s disease.’ Earlier this month, Trump signaled a potential trade war by threatening eight European nations – specifically naming France, Germany, and the U.K. – with new tariffs.He claimed these allies were obstructing his goal to acquire Greenland.