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Fuel Prices Hit Record High Amidst Fresh Political Allegations

Slovenia is grappling with record-high gasoline prices, even as diesel and heating oil see a reduction. This comes as the government extended a decree to lower environmental taxes while awaiting EU approval for excise duty cuts on fuel. Meanwhile, city supervisors in Ljubljana have expressed concerns over the municipality's growing debt and controversial plans for an incinerator.

The political landscape is marked by new allegations and investigations. Prime Minister Janez Janša has been linked to a Hungarian bank's refusal of credit to public broadcaster RTV Slovenija, following a visit by bank executives to his residence. Separately, new details have emerged in the multi-million euro sale of a Piran palace, with all actors connected to Franci Matoz, the Minister of the Interior and Public Administration, and a 1977 regulation posing an obstacle. Deputy Prime Minister Anže Logar is also facing scrutiny over alleged secret financing for his Democrats party and his 'Skok' initiative, which has been criticized as an attack on the prosecution.

Further domestic news includes a budget revision proposing more funds for defense at the expense of a significant deficit in the health insurance fund. Additionally, serious allegations of sexual abuse involving Dušan Smodej have come to light, and the four-time Slovenian football champions, ND Gorica, are reportedly facing bankruptcy.

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Fuel Prices Reach Record Highs

Gasoline prices in Slovenia are set to reach a new record high, with increases effective from Tuesday. This comes despite the government extending a decree to lower environmental taxes on diesel fuel, which will see a price reduction. The government is awaiting approval from Brussels for further excise duty reductions.

Piran Palace Investigation Deepens with New Details

An ongoing investigation into the multi-million euro sale of the Trevisini Palace in Piran has revealed that a 1977 regulation is hindering the plans of associates linked to Franci Matoz, the Minister of the Interior and Public Administration. All involved parties in the sale are reportedly connected to Matoz.

RTV Slovenija Funding Controversy Linked to Prime Minister Janša

A controversy has emerged linking a visit by Hungarian bank executives to Prime Minister Janez Janša's residence with the bank's subsequent refusal to grant credit to RTV Slovenija, the public broadcaster. Concerns are being raised that the weakening of RTV could cause irreparable damage.

Deputy Prime Minister Logar Faces Allegations of Secret Financing

Deputy Prime Minister Anže Logar and his party, the Democrats, are under scrutiny regarding allegations of secret financing for luxurious campaign spending. His 'Skok' initiative is also being criticized as a fraudulent attack on the prosecution, drawing parallels to tactics used in Hungary.

Budget Revision Prioritizes Defense, Health Fund Faces Deficit

A proposed budget revision in Slovenia allocates increased funding for defense, while simultaneously revealing a significant shortfall in the country's health insurance fund, raising concerns about public health financing.

Slovenia Debates Digital Sovereignty and Cybersecurity

Slovenia is focusing on the critical issue of digital sovereignty, which is considered a key question for the decade. This involves discussions on national cybersecurity preparedness and the country's position in the digital landscape.

Attacks on Luka Mesec and Criticism of Lojze Peterle

Luka Mesec, a Member of the National Assembly and co-coordinator of The Left, is reportedly facing attacks, with an article questioning the motives behind them, especially given his potential mayoral election bid. Separately, an analysis criticizes Lojze Peterle, a prominent politician, for his views.

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