‘First learn how to talk’: Czech leader calls out Hillary, West for branding opponents fascists

MUNICH, GERMANY: At the 2026 Munich Security Conference, Hillary Clinton was criticized by Czech Deputy Prime Minister Petr Macinka. During a panel on global security, Macinka told Clinton to “learn how to talk” after she struggled to respond to a question.

The discussion focused on Ukraine, Russia, and concerns over “liberal overreach.” Clinton’s comments on Ukraine prompted Macinka to respond sharply, saying “first learn how to talk” and using the word “fascist” himself to criticize the labeling of opponents.

Clinton argued that Ukraine should have the right to strike back at Russia to pressure it toward negotiations. She suggested targeting key infrastructure, including refineries and missile sites, as part of this strategy.

Petr Macinka urges calm amid Ukraine clash

Clinton and Macinka engaged in a tense exchange during a panel on global security. Clinton, seated alongside Macinka and other panelists, spoke about the Ukraine conflict and the broader geopolitical situation.

She outlined a strategy for Ukraine against Russia, "There is the plan: give the Ukrainians Tomahawks, give them more missiles for their Patriot defense systems, allow them to inflict more damage beyond the border into Russia. Inflict enough pain."

Responding to Clinton’s remarks, Macinka stressed the importance of respectful dialogue. "To listen to each other and not to label the ideological opponent as the Public Enemy. We are here in the West, and let's respect ourselves in the differences we have. So, I really don't.. I don't really like such labeling as fascist," he said.

He elaborated, "This is something I don't really like, that every day, every time, I hear someone labeled as fascist or whatever. I think we should calm down because this is dividing society."

"We are maybe you are smart people; I'm not as smart as you. But we should try to learn to talk to each other again, because this is something that went too far." Macinka also called on Western leaders to engage in calmer dialogue.

Hillary Clinton speaks on migration at Munich Conference

At the 2026 Munich Security Conference, Hillary Clinton spoke on a panel titled 'The West-West Divide: What Remains of Common Values.' She said migration has become a major issue for Western countries and added that it requires a humane solution with secure borders.

The panel brought together several prominent political figures from around the world. Along with Clinton and Petr Macinka, Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski also took part.

The wider conference included leaders such as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte.