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Slovenia: Diplomat critically hurt, waterfall tragedy — FrontPages.eu, September 20, 2026

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Tragedy struck in two separate incidents, as a Polish diplomat was critically injured after falling from a consulate window in Ljubljana, and a father died with his child seriously injured after a fall at Savica Waterfall. These incidents have drawn significant attention, highlighting immediate safety and diplomatic concerns. Politically, Prime Minister Janez Janša, leader of the Slovenian Democratic Party (SDS), and his government, a minority coalition including NSi, Demokrati, SLS, and FOKUS, are facing new scrutiny. This comes amid revelations surrounding his meeting with Hungarian bank executives shortly after the bank denied a loan to the public broadcaster RTV. Additionally, Matej Tonin, a Member of the European Parliament and President of NSi, is confirmed to face trial, and former minister Jože Podgoršek's corruption trial over alleged 'free' holidays has commenced with more specific details. Other domestic news includes the Medical Chamber being criticized for allegedly acting as a union for highly paid individuals, potentially impacting public services. The country is also grappling with new record-high fuel prices for diesel and heating oil. In sports, Luka Dončić has left Slovenia to begin a new chapter with the Lakers in the US.

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A Polish diplomat is in critical condition after falling from the third floor of the consulate in Ljubljana. The incident has prompted immediate attention and concern.

Dnevnik: Polish Diplomat Falls From Third-Floor Consulate Window in Ljubljana…

A Polish diplomat has fallen from the third floor of the consulate in Ljubljana and is in critical condition.

24ur: Polish Diplomat Critically Injured After Fall From Third Floor in Ljubljana

A Polish diplomat is in critical condition after falling from the third floor of a building in Ljubljana.

A tragic accident occurred at Savica Waterfall, resulting in the death of a father and serious injuries to his child after they fell into a gorge. Mountain rescuers and emergency teams responded to the scene.

Delo: Tragedy at Savica Waterfall: Father Dead, Child Seriously Injured

Mountain rescuers prepared the father and child for transport, and the emergency team transported the injured child by helicopter to UKC Ljubljana.

Dnevnik: Father and Child Fall at Savica Waterfall: One Dead, Seven-Year-Old Severely…

A tragic accident occurred at Savica Waterfall where a father and his child fell into a gorge, resulting in the father's death and the child being seriously injured.

24ur: Father and Son Fall into Abyss at Slap pri Savici, One Dead

A 44-year-old man died after falling into an abyss at Slap pri Savici while trying to rescue his son, who also fell.

Matej Tonin, a Member of the European Parliament and President of Nova Slovenija – Christian Democrats, is confirmed to face trial in a Slovenian court. Commentary suggests a lack of support from his own party regarding his defense.

Mladina: Poor Matej Tonin

A commentary suggesting that Matej Tonin did not receive support from his own party, implying he will have to defend himself in Slovenian court.

Mladina: Tonin will still defend himself in Slovenian court

This article confirms that Matej Tonin will indeed face a trial in a Slovenian court, focusing on issues of control and immunity.

The trial of former Minister Jože Podgoršek has commenced, with accusations of accepting 'free' holidays in Bohinj, pointing to potential corruption charges.

Necenzurirano: Former Minister's Trial Begins Over 'Free' Holidays in Bohinj

The trial for a former minister, accused of accepting 'free' holidays in Bohinj, has commenced, pointing to potential corruption charges.

An opinion piece suggests that the Slovenian Medical Chamber is primarily functioning as a union for highly paid individuals, raising concerns about its financial implications for public services.

Necenzurirano: Medical Chamber Becomes Union for Highest Earners

An opinion piece suggests the Slovenian Medical Chamber is acting as a union for highly paid individuals, with financial implications for public services.

Executives from a Hungarian bank visited Prime Minister Janez Janša's office, shortly after the same bank denied a loan to Slovenia's public broadcaster, RTV. This raises questions about political influence on financial decisions.

Necenzurirano: Hungarian Bank Heads Visit Janša; Bank Denied RTV Loan

Hungarian bank executives visited Janez Janša's office, shortly after the same bank denied a loan to RTV (Slovenian public broadcaster).

Fuel prices in Slovenia have reached a new record high, with significant increases observed for both diesel and heating oil.

Necenzurirano: New Record Price for Diesel and Heating Oil

Fuel prices have reached a new record high, with both diesel and heating oil seeing significant increases.

Prime Minister Janez Janša has announced plans to restructure the public sector, aiming to move 50,000 employees into the economy. This is accompanied by political commentary comparing the current political climate to past eras and discussing Slovenia's future trajectory.

Mladina: Column: Opening Fronts

Grega Repovž compares the revolutionary fervor of the Slovenian right to communist times and manners, warning of similar consequences.

Mladina: Column: Why Slovenia won't be Switzerland

Dr. Bogomir Kovač argues that Slovenia won't become another Switzerland because its 'big brother' is pushing it back to year zero.

Mladina: Column: Dismantling

Heni Erceg reports on Prime Minister Janez Janša's announcement of restructuring the public sector, aiming to move 50,000 employees into the economy.

A report indicates an increase in military spending, prompting questions about the allocation of funds and the country's defense strategy.

Mladina: More money for the army

This story reports on an increase in military spending, raising questions about the allocation of funds and the country's defense strategy.

The presence of Netanyahu's specialist for covert operations, Srulik Ajnhorn, at the opening of the Israeli embassy in Ljubljana has drawn attention. This comes amidst claims that Zoran Stevanović, President of the National Assembly, is a crucial member of Prime Minister Janez Janša's coalition with alleged backing from Israel.

Mladina: The picture has come together

This piece explains why Netanyahu's specialist for covert operations, Srulik Ajnhorn, attended the opening of the Israeli embassy in Ljubljana.

Necenzurirano: Stevanović: Strongest member of Janša's coalition, Israel guarantees it

This opinion piece claims that Stevanović is a crucial and steadfast member of Janez Janša's coalition, with alleged backing from Israel.

Matej Lahovnik, a full professor of management and member of the Strategic Council for Macroeconomic Issues, is reportedly returning to a position at the state development bank, possibly as an award or for a specific role.

Necenzurirano: Matej Lahovnik's Return: Sent to State Development Bank for Award

Matej Lahovnik is reportedly returning to a position at the state development bank, possibly as an award or for a specific role.

A discussion piece explores the transformation of innocent fun into an abuse of power, particularly in the context of initiation rites, including those in Slovenia.

Mladina: No To Violence

This piece discusses the transformation of innocent fun into an abuse of power, a characteristic of various initiation rites, including Slovenian hazing.

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