Czech President Milos Zeman told supporters on Thursday he would seek a second term in 2018, ending speculation over whether he would run again.
Zeman, who has pushed for better ties with Russia and backed Donald Trump in the U.S. vote last year, announced his decision at an annual party at Prague Castle to celebrate the anniversary of his election in 2013, two participants who asked not to be named told Reuters. Other media outlets also reported Zeman’s comments.
“I announce to you that I decided to run again for the office of president,” Zeman told the gathering, according to mobile phone …read more
Source: Voice of America
