We are approaching a civil war, hinted the head of Motorists. He sent one message to the demonstrators.

The approval of the proposal to abolish broadcasting fees has sparked protests, with claims of organized activism behind the unrest. Minister Petr Macinka warned against escalating societal conflict, asserting that the independence of public media is not threatened. The government plans to shift funding from fees to state budget contributions, which has raised concerns about reduced financial support for Czech Television and Czech Radio. Opposition parties argue that the proposal undermines media independence and lacks sufficient discussion. The situation has led to calls for strikes among media employees and widespread demonstrations, reflecting deep societal divisions.