Českomoravská Metro Station Reopens Without Elevator

The Prague Metro station Českomoravská reopened today after a major renovation that began last January. The project was delayed by nearly four months, missing its original December 2025 deadline, and the station is still not fully completed Due to the poor condition of the supporting structures—identified only after construction had started—workers were unable to install an elevator. The contractor says it will be added later without disrupting operations.

Egg Prices Set to Rise as Farms Cut Chicken Numbers

Egg prices in the Czech Republic are expected to increase further. In South Bohemia alone, the chicken population could drop by at least a third following the ban on caged hens. Farmers say switching to alternative systems requires major investment and leads to lower productivity, making the transition difficult for many producers.

Tram Disruptions: Prague Castle Area Closures Begin

Reconstruction of tram tracks near Prague Castle begins tomorrow, affecting Mariánské hradby and Jelení streets. The section between Chotkovy sady and Brusnice will be closed. Tram 12 will be diverted via Čechův most, while lines 22, 23, 41, and 42 will run via Hradčanská. No replacement service is planned, and the area will also be closed to cars. Work is scheduled to finish by July 17.

Police Crackdown: “Narcos” Operation Leads to Multiple Arrests

A large anti-drug operation, known as “Narcos,” took place across Prague. Police seized more than 600 grams of methamphetamine and detained several suspects. The main incident occurred in Vrchlické Gardens near the main train station, where three men arriving from Ostrava were arrested just ten minutes after arrival. Checks were carried out in Wenceslas Square, with five people detained in total. Additional arrests included a suspect with MDMA in Řepy and a foreign national caught selling cocaine in the city center.

Mortgage Pressure: Rates Rise Amid Iran Conflict

Mortgage rates in the Czech Republic are rising again, linked to tensions involving Iran. Banks have already increased rates by around 0.5 percentage points, with further hikes expected across the market. For a typical mortgage of CZK 5 million, monthly payments could rise by about CZK 1,500.

Energy Alert: Gas Reserves Drop Below 20%

Gas reserves in the Czech Republic have fallen below 20%, prompting authorities to prepare refill strategies. Industry and Trade Minister Karel Havlíček said the government has several plans in place, depending on market developments. Meanwhile, gas prices in Europe have surged, jumping around 35% at the start of trading to exceed €70 per megawatt-hour.