"Intolerable filth." Macinka was harshly criticized by Pavel's advisor, the minister then responded

Czech Foreign Minister Petr Macinka faced backlash for his harsh comments about journalists during a press conference. His remarks, deemed unacceptable by critics, followed a report criticizing his stance on visa policies for Russians. Jan Dobrovský, a prominent entrepreneur and advisor, condemned Macinka's behavior, calling it intolerable. Macinka retaliated by questioning Dobrovský's business dealings with Russia, leading to a heated exchange on social media. The identity of a controversial figure, Thomas Paukner, who has been critical of the previous government, remains unclear, with speculation about his background circulating in the media.