Prešov Regional Assembly Opposes Restoration of Javorina Military Zone

The regional assembly of Prešov County has voted against the restoration of the Javorina Military District, citing concerns that it would severely restrict civilian use of the area. The Javorina area, located in northeastern Slovakia near the Polish border, is a region currently accessible to civilians for recreation and other purposes. Restoring its military district status would place it back under defense authority control, significantly limiting public access and civilian activity in the zone. The Prešov regional assembly, the elected governing body of Slovakia's largest county by area, made clear its opposition to the plan, reflecting local concerns about the impact on communities and civilian life in the affected region.