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New corruption allegations have intensified scrutiny on government officials, with Minister of Agriculture Janez Cigler Kralj facing questions over an official car and driver, and Minister of the Interior and Public Administration Franci Matoz linked to payments from Hungarian-owned biopower plants. Additionally, further details have emerged regarding the property dealings of Boris Mijič, with the President of the National Assembly, Zoran Stevanović, reportedly aware of the situation. These developments add to ongoing concerns about political accountability and financial transparency. [cite: 3, Necenzurirano - Cigler Kralj under KPK scrutiny: new car and driver he brought with him… In legislative action, Members of Parliament have approved financial subsidies for farmers and transport companies. This comes alongside a new government intervention law that is set to significantly impact key public funds with a €700 million reduction, raising concerns about its potential effects on insured individuals. Meanwhile, the opposition's 'shadow government' has been officially formed and is preparing for its inaugural session, signaling a more structured opposition presence. [cite: Necenzurirano - Transporters 'bled' and helped change government, now get reward, Dnevnik - Healthcare: Sharp Criticism of Resnica's Proposal; What Concerns Them?, Dnevnik - Intervention Law: 700… Beyond domestic political developments, the widespread presence of Pegasus spyware in Europe, with Serbia as the latest affected country, has raised concerns about its potential impact on devices within the country. Also, the immunity of MEP Matej Tonin in the European Parliament is under review, with a potential change in decision by two MEPs. [cite: 5, Mladina - The Pegasus spy program is present throughout Europe, the latest case is…, Mladina - The first mirror, 24ur - Two MEPs May Change Decision: Can Tonin Keep Immunity?]

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New allegations of corruption and financial impropriety have emerged, targeting Minister of Agriculture Janez Cigler Kralj over a new official car and driver, and Minister of the Interior and Public Administration Franci Matoz in connection with state efforts to save Hungarian-owned biopower plants that allegedly paid him millions. Further investigations detail Boris Mijič's substantial house construction post-election and a Greek apartment, with claims of outstanding debts to workers and the…

Necenzurirano: Cigler Kralj under KPK scrutiny: new car and driver he brought with him

Investigates allegations of corruption against Janez Cigler Kralj, focusing on a new official car and driver provided to him.

Necenzurirano: State is saving biopower plants owned by Hungarians who paid Matoz millions

An investigation into state intervention to save Hungarian-owned biopower plants, which allegedly paid millions to Franci Matoz.

Necenzurirano: New Mijič house: Former workers and Stevanović were aware of it

An investigation into a new house constructed by Boris Mijič, with claims that both affected workers and Zoran Stevanović were aware of its development.

Necenzurirano: Mijič started building a 320 sqm house immediately after the elections

This investigative piece reports that Boris Mijič began construction on a large 320 square meter house shortly after the elections, raising questions about its financing or timing.

Necenzurirano: This is the Greek apartment of the Mijič family, to whom workers are owed tens…

Reveals details about a Greek apartment owned by the Mijič family, who reportedly owe significant amounts to their workers.

Members of Parliament have approved subsidies for farmers and transport companies, while the government faces criticism over a new intervention law that threatens a €700 million blow to public funds. The Prime Minister Janez Janša's government is also calling for the abolition of the RTV contribution. Separately, a new head has been appointed for UKC Ljubljana, a former SDS MP is now a supervisor for state-owned Telekom, and Matej Lahovnik has returned to a state development bank with an…

Necenzurirano: Transporters 'bled' and helped change government, now get reward

A story alleging that transporters who supported a change in government are now being rewarded, hinting at a potential quid pro quo for their past actions.

Dnevnik: Healthcare: Sharp Criticism of Resnica's Proposal; What Concerns Them?

Health officials are sharply criticizing a proposal from Resnica, raising concerns about its potential impact on healthcare services and patient rights.

Mladina: Janša's government calls for the abolition of the RTV contribution

The article discusses the Janša government's proposal to eliminate the RTV contribution, questioning what kind of democracy Slovenia wishes to preserve for the future.

Dnevnik: Intervention Law: 700 Million Euro Blow to Key Public Funds Threatens Insured…

A government intervention law worth 700 million euros is set to significantly impact crucial public funds, potentially jeopardizing the rights of insured individuals.

Necenzurirano: New head of UKC Ljubljana known; minister's choice

Announces the appointment of a new head for the UKC Ljubljana, identified as the minister's preferred candidate.

Necenzurirano: MPs approve subsidies for farmers and carriers

Reports that members of parliament have approved financial subsidies for both farmers and transport companies.

Necenzurirano: Shadow government formed; first session soon

Announces the formation of a 'shadow government' and indicates that its first meeting will take place shortly.

Necenzurirano: Former SDS MP is the new supervisor of state-owned Telekom

A former member of the Slovenian Democratic Party (SDS) has been appointed as a supervisor for the state-owned company Telekom.

Necenzurirano: Return of Matej Lahovnik: Sent to state development bank for a bonus

This story reports on the return of Matej Lahovnik to a significant position at the state development bank, possibly linked to a bonus.

The widespread presence of Pegasus spyware across Europe, with Serbia as the latest country affected, has raised concerns about its potential impact on devices in Slovenia. Concurrently, Slovenia's broader relationship with the liberal core of the EU is seen as jeopardized, potentially affecting access to European funds. In the European Parliament, the immunity of MEP Matej Tonin is under question, with two MEPs possibly changing their decision on the matter. [cite: 5, Mladina - The Pegasus…

Mladina: The Pegasus spy program is present throughout Europe, the latest case is…

The Pegasus spyware is widespread in Europe, with Serbia being the latest country affected, raising concerns about its presence on Slovenian devices.

Mladina: The first mirror

Slovenia's move away from the liberal core of the EU jeopardizes its position as a model connecting state and may affect its access to European funds.

24ur: Two MEPs May Change Decision: Can Tonin Keep Immunity?

The immunity of Matej Tonin in the European Parliament is in question as two MEPs might change their vote on the decision. The relevant committee's proposal was rejected.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has highlighted the critical trade deficit with China, addressing Members of the European Parliament on global challenges. Regionally, Jure Janković, son of the Ljubljana mayor, has been noted in Belgrade in connection with the 'godfather' of Serbian President Vučić. [cite: 12, 13, 16, 29, 30, Mladina - Jure Janković in Belgrade at the 'godfather' of President Vučić's address, Delo - Live: Ursula von der Leyen: Trade deficit with China reaches…

Mladina: Jure Janković in Belgrade at the 'godfather' of President Vučić's address

This story investigates the assets of the son of the Ljubljana mayor in Serbia, particularly his connection to the 'godfather' of Serbian President Vučić.

Delo: Live: Ursula von der Leyen: Trade deficit with China reaches a breaking point

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen addressed Members of the European Parliament, presenting her view on challenges, with the trade deficit with China reaching a critical point.

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