Dmitri A. Medvedev, former Russian president, drew parallels between the attempted assassination of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico and the catalyst for World War I. Amid a turbulent political landscape in Europe, marked by deep divisions and escalating violence, the comparison evokes concerns about the resurgence of conflict. As the region grapples with the ramifications of the Ukraine war and intensifying political polarization, the assassination attempt on Mr. Fico serves as a stark reminder of the potential for further destabilization. The growing rift between nationalists and liberals, exacerbated by issues such as immigration and divergent ideological stances, has heightened tensions and raised fears of a looming civil war. These developments, coupled with the rise of far-right parties and the erosion of traditional barriers to power, point to a volatile climate ahead of the European Parliament elections. Against this backdrop, the prospects for peace and stability in Europe appear increasingly fragile, signaling a departure from the postwar peace culture and underscoring the reemergence of historical malevolent forces.