Slovenia

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?]