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Monday, September 07, 2026
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Slovenia's political landscape is grappling with new developments as Zoran Stevanović, the current President of the National Assembly, faces the revelation of a third final conviction for past financial misconduct. This comes as the Ministry of Culture proposes a system for direct political control over RTV Slovenia, raising significant concerns about media independence in the country.
In the healthcare sector, Marko Jug, the General Director of UKC Ljubljana, has offered his resignation, which has been accepted and is set to become effective on September 11. This leadership change at the country's largest medical center coincides with ongoing discussions about persistent waiting lists and the need for a thorough review of healthcare financing and regulations.
Prime Minister Janez Janša's foreign policy continues to draw criticism, with accusations of prioritizing external interests and acting on antisemitic theories, while domestic attention remains focused on these significant internal political and institutional shifts.
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Zoran Stevanović, the current President of the National Assembly, is facing scrutiny following the revelation of his third final conviction for pawning a car that did not belong to him. Stevanović, who assumed office in April 2026, declined to comment on these past matters.
Mladina:
Third Final Conviction of Stevanović Revealed
The president of the National Assembly, Zoran Stevanović, declines to comment on old matters related to his third final conviction.
Dnevnik:
PRESIDENT OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY: Third conviction of Stevanović revealed…
It has been revealed that the President of the National Assembly, Stevanović, has a third conviction for pawning a car that did not belong to him.
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Marko Jug, the General Director of UKC Ljubljana, has offered his resignation, which has been accepted by the institute's council, effective September 11. This decision comes amidst ongoing questions about his background, including a history of blocked bank accounts, and broader concerns about persistent waiting lists and financial losses in the Slovenian healthcare system, prompting calls for a comprehensive review of financing and regulations.
Necenzurirano:
Favorite for UKC Ljubljana Leadership: Why Were Bank Accounts Blocked?
This investigative piece questions the background of a leading candidate for the directorship of UKC Ljubljana, specifically inquiring about a history of blocked bank accounts.
Delo:
Why waiting lists aren't shortening despite measures and extra money
Slovenia's healthcare system needs a thorough review of financing and regulations to address persistent waiting lists, according to a patient advocate.
Dnevnik:
Health from charity actions: Timely therapy can be the difference between life…
This story highlights the crucial role of timely therapy for rare diseases, emphasizing that it can be a matter of life and death, often facilitated by charitable efforts.
Dnevnik:
Tragedy under Triglav: A mountaineer falls to his death before his friend's eyes
A mountaineer tragically lost his life after falling into a deep gorge in the Triglav region, with his friend witnessing the incident.
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The Ministry of Culture has proposed a new system that would introduce direct political control over the operations of RTV Slovenia, a move criticized as a cynical justification for undermining an independent public media service. This development follows broader discussions and rumors about the potential resale of POP TV, highlighting ongoing shifts and concerns within the country's media landscape.
Mladina:
Fourth Round
The Ministry of Culture proposes a system that would introduce direct political control over RTV Slovenia's operations, cynically justifying it with words about an 'independent public media service'.
Mladina:
Silencing POP TV, Telemach is the Target?
Broader background on rumors about the (re)sale of POP TV.
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Prime Minister Janez Janša's foreign policy decisions continue to face criticism domestically, with accusations of prioritizing Israel's interests over Slovenia's and acting on antisemitic theories, while seemingly lacking broad public support. The broader political climate is also characterized by critiques of Janša's leadership and calls for accountability, including questions regarding his involvement in the Bobnar case.
Mladina:
Slovenia is No More – Now It's About Israel!
The article criticizes Janša for prioritizing Israel's interests over Slovenia's, accusing him of acting on antisemitic theories and ignoring the genocide against Palestinians.
Mladina:
Everyone. Or No One.
The article questions whether Prime Minister Robert Golob should face trial in the Bobnar case, suggesting others in similar positions should also be held accountable.
Mladina:
Why Janša Leads Foreign Policy Unsupported in Slovenia?
An examination of Prime Minister Janša's foreign policy decisions and their lack of domestic support.
Mladina:
Column: Child Murderers, Welcome to Janša's Slovenia!
A strong critique of the political climate in Slovenia under Janša's leadership.
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An investigation is underway into potential political cronyism involving Aleš Novak, a supervisor linked to Anže Logar, who may have used an antedated document to bypass legal procedures in a political cadre appointment.
Necenzurirano:
Political Cadre Appointment: Did Logar's Supervisor Bypass the Law with an…
This investigation delves into a potential case of political cronyism, questioning whether a supervisor linked to Janez Logar used an antedated document to circumvent legal procedures.
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Slovenia is grappling with contradictory policies and social attitudes towards immigrants, with new legislation predicted to result in a loss of taxpayers and workforce while potentially benefiting the black and grey economies.
Mladina:
We Import and Persecute Foreigners Simultaneously
An article discussing the contradictory policies and social attitudes towards immigrants in Slovenia.
Mladina:
Column: The Line Between Fools and Heroes
Slovenia, with its new foreigners act, is predicted to lose taxpayers and workforce, while benefiting the black and grey economies.
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The Supreme Court has ruled that the exclusion of a student, who was allegedly involved in threatening an attack, was unlawful.
24ur:
Supreme Court Confirms Unlawful Exclusion of Student
The Supreme Court has ruled that the exclusion of a student who allegedly threatened an attack was unlawful.
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