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Slovenia's political landscape is marked by heightened tensions following the National Assembly's decision to deny immunity from criminal proceedings to former Prime Minister Robert Golob in the ongoing Bobnar case. [cite: 24ur, Dnevnik] This move, which has significant political implications, comes as MP Stevanović calls for Golob's resignation, even though he is now the leader of the opposition Freedom Movement. [cite: 6, 10, 23, 24ur] Adding to the confrontational atmosphere, the first major protest against the current government of Prime Minister Janez Janša is set to take place today in Republic Square, Ljubljana. [cite: Mladina] This coincides with Prime Minister Janša's announcement of a lawsuit against former Prime Minister Robert Golob and former Deputy Prime Minister Luka Mesec, accusing them of damaging his honor and good name. [cite: Mladina] Meanwhile, Minister of Agriculture Janez Cigler Kralj faces new scrutiny from the Commission for the Prevention of Corruption (KPK) over alleged misuse of an official car. [cite: Necenzurirano] Other notable developments include a new law barring foreigners with permanent residence from voting in local elections, and a tragic accident near Krško claiming the life of a tractor driver. [cite: Dnevnik, Dnevnik]

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The Slovenian National Assembly has voted not to grant immunity from criminal proceedings to former Prime Minister Robert Golob in the 'Bobnar case'. This decision carries significant political weight, with MP Stevanović reportedly calling for Golob's resignation following the denial. [cite: 24ur, Dnevnik]

Dnevnik: Parliament Denies Golob Immunity from Criminal Proceedings

Slovenian MPs have decided not to grant Prime Minister Golob immunity from criminal proceedings, a decision that has significant political implications.

24ur: Parliament Denies Golob Immunity, Stevanović Calls for Resignation

The Slovenian National Assembly did not grant immunity to Prime Minister Golob in the Bobnar case, with MP Stevanović calling for his resignation.

Mladina: Parliament to Discuss Golob's Immunity in Bobnar Case

The National Assembly will discuss the immunity of Golob in the Bobnar case.

A protest against the current government of Prime Minister Janez Janša is scheduled for today in Republic Square, Ljubljana. [cite: Mladina] In a separate but related development, Prime Minister Janša is suing former Prime Minister Robert Golob and former Deputy Prime Minister Luka Mesec for alleged defamation. [cite: Mladina]

Mladina: First Protest Against Janez Janša's Government

A protest is announced for September 2nd at 6 PM in Republic Square, Ljubljana, against the government of Janez Janša.

Mladina: Janša Sues Golob and Mesec

Janez Janša is suing Golob and Mesec, accusing them of damaging his honor and good name.

Minister of Agriculture Janez Cigler Kralj is under investigation by the Commission for the Prevention of Corruption (KPK) for alleged misuse of an official car and driver. [cite: Necenzurirano] Separately, an article investigates potential political cronyism involving a supervisor connected to Anže Logar, raising questions about appointment processes. [cite: Necenzurirano]

Necenzurirano: Political Cronyism: Did Logar's Supervisor Bypass Law with Backdated Statement?

This article investigates potential political cronyism, alleging that a supervisor connected to Anže Logar used a backdated statement to circumvent legal procedures, raising questions about the appointment process.

Necenzurirano: Cigler Kralj Under KPK Scrutiny: New Car and Driver He Brought Along

Minister Janez Cigler Kralj is being investigated by the Commission for the Prevention of Corruption for the alleged misuse of an official car and a driver, highlighting potential abuse of public funds.

A new law has come into effect that excludes foreigners with permanent residence from voting in local elections. [cite: Dnevnik] Separately, the state is reportedly rescuing biogas plants owned by Hungarian entities, with allegations of millions paid to Minister of the Interior and Public Administration Franci Matoz, suggesting a link between business interests and political influence. [cite: Necenzurirano]

Necenzurirano: State Rescues Biogas Plants Owned by Hungarians, Who Paid Millions to Matoz

The state is reportedly intervening to support biogas plants owned by Hungarian entities, which have allegedly paid millions to Franci Matoz, suggesting a link between business interests and political influence.

Dnevnik: New Law Bars Foreigners with Permanent Residence from Voting in Local Elections

Changes to the law have taken effect, meaning foreigners with permanent residence in Slovenia are now excluded from voting in local elections.

Discussions continue regarding the justification for record fuel prices, which are impacting various sectors, and the government's lack of intervention in oil traders' margins. [cite: Mladina] Additionally, an analysis of an intervention law suggests it could disproportionately benefit wealthier individuals and some pensioners, sparking debate on its fairness. [cite: Dnevnik]

Mladina: Are Record Fuel Prices Justified?

The article questions the justification for record fuel prices that are affecting farmers, transporters, and the public, while the government has not intervened in the oil traders' margins.

Dnevnik: Intervention Law Analysis: Wealthier and Pensioners Could Benefit

An analysis of an intervention law suggests that it could primarily benefit wealthier individuals and some pensioners, sparking debate about its fairness.

Mladina: Column: Cheaper Petrol? Of Course It's Possible.

Grega Repovž's column addresses the possibility of lowering petrol prices, specifically diesel, which constitutes over 70% of oil derivatives sold in Slovenia.

Mladina: Expulsion: A Seemingly Technical and Economic Addition to the Law Will…

A legal amendment, described as technical and economic, is predicted to have a significant negative impact on the lives of many workers and the Slovenian labor market.

Among other domestic news, the body of a French hiker was found on Velika Planina after a five-day search, and a tractor driver died in an accident near Krško. [cite: Dnevnik, Dnevnik] An electrical fault is suspected to be the cause of a warehouse fire in Vrhnika. [cite: Dnevnik] Politically, a signature collection campaign against the 'disintegration of Slovenia' has begun, and an article critiques 'negative selection' where devotion to Janez Janša is prioritized for professional…

Dnevnik: French Hiker's Body Found on Velika Planina After Five Days

Following an extensive search, the body of a French hiker was discovered on Velika Planina five days after going missing.

Mladina: Start of Signature Collection Against 'Disintegration of Slovenia'

A signature collection campaign begins with the aim of opposing the 'disintegration of Slovenia'.

Mladina: Negative Selection: When Worshiping Janez Janša Becomes the Main Condition for…

An article critiques what it calls negative selection, where devotion to Janez Janša is prioritized for professional appointments.

Dnevnik: Failed European Parliament Candidate Cries in Court Over Smuggling Charges

A former candidate for the European Parliament appeared in court facing charges of migrant smuggling, expressing feelings of being a 'third-class citizen'.

Dnevnik: Electrical Fault Suspected in Vrhnika Warehouse Fire

An electrical installation is suspected to be the cause of a significant fire that occurred in a warehouse in Vrhnika.

Dnevnik: Video of President's Traffic Accident Released After One Month

A video recording of a traffic accident involving the President of the Republic has been released to the public after a month-long delay.

Dnevnik: Tractor Driver Dies in Accident Near Krško

A tragic accident near Krško has resulted in the death of a tractor driver.

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