FrontPages.EU

FrontPages.EU

Archives
Log in
Subscribe
November 1, 2026

Slovenia: Mercedes driver requests state legal aid — FrontPages.eu, November 01, 2026

FRONTPAGES.EU

What's happening in Europe?

Slovenia flag

Slovenia

Sunday, November 01, 2026

🕴️ Mafia

Reports indicate that investigations into "mafia-like activities" are underway, signaling a new focus on organized crime. This comes amidst a backdrop of several new investigative reports highlighting alleged financial improprieties and judicial developments. Among these, Rok Snežič is reported to be seeking state-funded legal aid while driving a Mercedes, drawing public scrutiny. Separately, a business partner of Minister of the Interior and Public Administration Franci Matoz has allegedly taken control of a housing fund. There has also been a legal victory for individuals targeted by bank account surveillance, who will now be able to identify those responsible. Meanwhile, the reasons behind the resignations of former Ministry of Health officials Tea Košir and Nataša Vidnar have been made public, revealing professional disagreements and threats. The ongoing political discussions also include alleged disinformation campaigns by the SDS party, led by Prime Minister Janez Janša, and continued scrutiny of National Assembly President Zoran Stevanović.

Top Stories

A report alleges that investigations are currently underway into "mafia-like activities" in the country.

24ur: 'We are dealing with the mafia'

A report alleges that investigations are underway into mafia-like activities.

Investigative reports reveal Rok Snežič is seeking state-funded legal assistance despite owning a luxury car. Additionally, a business associate of Minister of the Interior and Public Administration Franci Matoz has reportedly taken over a housing fund. Questions are also being raised about renewed associations between Sevšek and Zavrl, and potential access to companies linked to the NSI party via Uršič.

Necenzurirano: Rok Snežič drives a Mercedes, but asks the state to pay for his lawyer.

Investigative journalism reveals that Rok Snežič is using a Mercedes vehicle while simultaneously seeking state-funded legal assistance.

Necenzurirano: Matoz succeeded: his business partner takes over the housing fund.

Andrej Lazar reports that Franci Matoz's business associate has managed to take control of the housing fund.

Necenzurirano: Sevšek again with Zavrl. Will Uršič open the door to companies from the NSI…

An investigative report explores the renewed association between Sevšek and Zavrl, and whether Uršič will facilitate access to companies linked to the NSI party.

The SDS party, led by Prime Minister Janez Janša, is again being accused of orchestrating disinformation campaigns, allegedly from the Prime Minister's office. Reports investigate the members of the SDS propaganda unit and criticize the party's tactics, including how Janša redirects public attention and targets political opponents.

Mladina: I am outraged, but not surprised by SDS

A journalist and commentator from 'Delo' was targeted by the SDS party, with their online post being met with insults and accusations.

Mladina: TV Commentary: How Janša Succeeded in Shifting Our Attention Again

This commentary analyzes how Janez Janša managed to redirect public attention, a recurring political tactic.

Mladina: Dirty Disinformation Campaigns Led by SDS from the Prime Minister's Cabinet

This article exposes disinformation campaigns allegedly orchestrated by the SDS party from the Prime Minister's office.

Mladina: Who are the SDS Propaganda Unit Members?

This report investigates the individuals involved in the propaganda efforts of the SDS party.

Mladina: Janez Janša Attributes Credit for Independence

The article examines how Janez Janša is taking credit for Slovenia's independence.

Mladina: Target: Janez M.

This article focuses on the SDS party and its leader Janez Janša's tactic of discrediting political opponents.

National Assembly President Zoran Stevanović continues to face allegations and criticism. An opinion piece suggests he and Deputy Prime Minister Anže Logar are using ineffective methods to combat corruption, while another commentary argues that Stevanović symbolizes the failures of the Slovenian parliament.

Necenzurirano: Logar and Stevanović fight corruption with a donkey and rusty sword.

An opinion piece suggests that Anže Logar and Zoran Stevanović are attempting to combat corruption using ineffective and outdated methods.

Necenzurirano: Lie upon lie: Stevanović is a symbol of the collapse of the Slovenian…

This commentary argues that Zoran Stevanović represents the downfall and failures of the Slovenian parliament.

The resignation statements of former State Secretary Tea Košir and former acting Director-General Nataša Vidnar from the Ministry of Health have been made public. Their letters reveal professional disagreements, confusion about the ministry's direction, and, in Košir's case, threats.

Mladina: Reasons for Resignation Were Not "Personal"

The resignation statements of Tea Košir and Nataša Vidnar are published, detailing disagreements and threats.

Dnevnik: Tea Košir did not know why she was working and where the Ministry of Health…

Nataša Vidnar meanwhile irrevocably resigned from the position of acting Director-General of the Directorate for Public Health in mid-September. She resigned for personal, professional and ethical reasons. In the then circumstances, according to her own assessment, she could no longer professionally and ethically perform her function.

N1 Slovenija: Now we can read the resignation letters of Tea Košir and Nataša Vidnar. What…

Although both former officials from the Ministry of Health, led by Anže Logar's Democrats, allegedly resigned for personal reasons, the resignation letters of Tea Košir and Nataša Vidnar reveal that the core of the disagreements were professional differences, and for Košir also threats.

Slovenië Vandaag: Tea Košir and Nataša Vidnar resignation letters from the Slovenian Ministry of…

The resignation letters of former State Secretary Tea Košir and former acting Director-General of Public Health Nataša Vidnar have been made public, months after their departure from the Slovenian Ministry of Health in September 2026.

The Ljubljana municipality is advocating for assistance to drug addicts in the city center, while police data indicates ongoing drug dealing.

Delo: Ljubljana Faces Drug Pressure from Citizens and Politicians

The Ljubljana municipality is advocating for assistance to drug addicts in the city center, while police data suggests drug dealing is occurring.

Individuals targeted by bank account surveillance, referred to as Žugelj's targets, have achieved a legal victory allowing them to discover the identities of those who monitored their accounts.

Necenzurirano: First victory for Žugelj's targets: they can find out who was spying on bank…

The article reports on a legal success for Žugelj's targets, who will now be able to discover the identity of individuals who were monitoring their bank accounts.

An opinion piece suggests that right-wing political forces are actively working to predetermine the outcome of the 2030 elections. Discussions are also underway regarding participants in the pre-referendum campaign.

Necenzurirano: The right-wing is on a mission: its goal is to predetermine the 2030 elections.

This opinion piece suggests that right-wing political forces are working with the intention of rigging the outcome of the 2030 elections.

Mladina: First Week: St. Nicholas Sunday

This article explores who will participate in the pre-referendum campaign and what factors could ultimately decide the outcome.

Tragically, 22 fatalities have been recorded this year in Slovenia due to drunk driving incidents.

Dnevnik: Drunk Driving Causes 22 Deaths in Slovenia This Year

The article highlights the tragic consequences of drunk driving in Slovenia, with 22 fatalities already recorded this year.

The director of Ljubljana's funeral home has revealed behind-the-scenes details and opened up about aspects of mourning and funeral ceremonies, bringing to light old wounds.

Dnevnik: Funeral Director Reveals Secrets Behind Mourning Rituals

The director of Ljubljana's funeral home reveals behind-the-scenes details and opens old wounds related to mourning and funeral ceremonies.

View Slovenia on frontpages.eu

Daily news summaries from Slovenia

Part of the frontpages.eu European news digest

Follow us on Instagram · Facebook

frontpages.eu  ·  View Slovenia  ·  Unsubscribe

Don't miss what's next. Subscribe to FrontPages.EU:
← Newer Slovakia: A political party aims to leave the solar system — FrontPages.eu, November 01, 2026 Older → Sweden: Caretaker leader's trust surge called dramatic — FrontPages.eu, November 01, 2026
frontpages.eu
Powered by Buttondown, the easiest way to start and grow your newsletter.