Slovak Defense Minister Backpedals on Prešov Hospital Cost Statements

Slovak Defense Minister Robert Kaliňák has revised his previous statements about the costs of the Prešov hospital project, admitting "I misspoke" when pressed about inconsistencies in his claims. Kaliňák had previously assured that the hospital would not be overpriced, but has now changed the financial figures he cited under pressure from critics. The Defense Ministry oversees the Prešov hospital project, which has faced scrutiny over its projected costs and construction timeline. Kaliňák's contradictory statements have raised questions about the transparency of government communication regarding major public infrastructure projects and whether officials have accurate information about spending on facilities under their supervision.