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Slovenia reverses anti-Israel policy in dramatic shift

Slovenia’s new government lifts entry ban on Netanyahu and other measures against Israel

Slovenia, a historically progressive nation, became Europe's first country to impose an arms embargo on Israel in 2024, driven by its solidarity with Palestinians rooted in Yugoslavia's Non-Aligned Movement legacy.

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called for the EU to activate its Blocking Statute to shield ICC officials from U.S. sanctions imposed over Palestine investigations, with Slovenia supporting the measure to protect international justice and rule of law.

Slovenia scraps Eurovision airtime for Palestinian films in protest of Gaza war

Slovenia's Eurosceptic parliament speaker proposes NATO withdrawal referendum amid Trump criticism, though public opinion shows 68% opposition to increased defense spending and experts warn exit risks security guarantees.

Viktor Orban's 16-year Hungarian rule ended as conservative Peter Magyar won parliamentary elections with record turnout, prompting European leaders to celebrate democracy's triumph and express optimism for stronger EU integration.

Traditional parties gained ground in Slovenia, Germany, and France. Pro-European parties were reinforced. Mass protests grew in Czech Republic.

Slovenia's parliamentary election resulted in no clear majorities. The election saw a tight race between parties.

Slovenia's elections are underway amidst a scandal involving Israeli company Black Cube. Black Cube was convicted in Romania for spying on anti-corruption prosecutor Laura Kovesi.

Janez Janša seeks to replace Robert Golob's liberal government. Janša is a right-wing populist. A bitter election fight is underway.

Slovenia's new government lifts Israel travel ban for Netanyahu and ministers.

New Slovenian government lifts entry ban on Netanyahu and other measures against Israel

Slovenia's parliament approves right-wing Janez Jansa as prime minister in a shift for the EU country.

Spain and Slovenia called on the European Union to activate its Blocking Statute to shield International Criminal Court officials from U.S. sanctions imposed in 2025, protecting judicial independence and international justice mechanisms from extraterritorial American pressure.

NATO's Parliamentary Assembly endorsed increased defense spending commitments and reaffirmed support for Ukraine, strengthening the alliance's deterrence posture amid ongoing Russian aggression and geopolitical tensions in Europe.

Slovenia's newly elected parliament speaker Zoran Stevanović plans a Moscow visit and referendum on NATO exit, challenging the country's decades-long Western alignment and NATO membership since 2004.

A European country confirmed foreign influence in its recent election. The election concluded with no clear winner.

Slovenia's president urges parties to form a new government. The two main parties were tied in a weekend election.

Slovenia's liberals face right-wing populists in a parliamentary election. The vote will decide the nation's course. A decision is expected soon.

Slovenians vote between Prime Minister Robert Golob and Janez Janša. Nearly 1.7 million Slovenians are eligible to vote. Preliminary results are expected after polls close.

Slovenia's center-left government faces a challenge from a right-wing populist. The election is a close race. A smear campaign has been launched in the final days.

Slovenia Lifts Arms Restrictions On Israel, Reversing Previous Government's Policy

Former European leaders urge tougher EU action against Israel over Gaza and West Bank

Janez Janša is elected Slovenia's new prime minister with 51 votes in parliament.

NATO PA in Ljubljana to Review Defence and Deterrence, Reaffirm Support for Ukraine, Urge Enhanced Resilience

Slovenia's new parliament speaker claims he's not pro-Russian, plans Moscow visit, promises referendum on NATO exit

European leaders react to Viktor Orban's defeat in Hungary's election.

An EU nation confirmed foreign influence in its recent election. The election concluded with no clear winner.

Slovenia's ruling liberals are leading in the parliamentary election. They have a narrow advantage over the right-wing SDS.

Slovenians voted in a tight election. The outgoing government focused on social and health reforms. A new government will be formed after the vote.

Slovenia's governing liberals face right-wing populists. Incumbent PM Robert Golob and Janez Jansa are the main candidates. The election is expected to be tight with neither likely to win a majority.