Babiš sharply criticized banks again. He explained why Czechs pay expensive mortgages

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš addressed national defense and security at the Prague Security Dialogue, criticizing banks for high mortgage rates. He emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach to defense, including military modernization and cyber security. Babiš highlighted the sale of six L-39 Skyfox aircraft to Serbia and criticized the profitability of Czech banks, attributing high mortgage costs to their earnings. He also mentioned the Czech National Bank's role in maintaining high interest rates, which he believes contributes to bank profits.