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Slovenia's Golob Wins Narrow Election, Coalition Talks Begin

3/24/2026

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Robert Golob, Slovenia's Prime Minister, and his Freedom Movement claimed a narrow victory in the March 22 elections, winning 28.6% to Janez Janša's 27.9% and facing contestation.
Golob criticized Janša for steering Slovenia toward an illiberal government, citing Viktor Orbán.
Golob said he would begin coalition negotiations and engage with all parties except Janša's party.
The formation of government remains uncertain pending the appointment by President Natasa Pirc Musar.

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Robert Golob, Slovenia's Prime Minister, and his Freedom Movement claimed a narrow victory in the March 22 elections, winning 28.6% to Janez Janša's 27.9% and facing contestation.
Golob criticized Janša for steering Slovenia toward an illiberal government, citing Viktor Orbán.
Golob said he would begin coalition negotiations and engage with all parties except Janša's party.
The formation of government remains uncertain pending the appointment by President Natasa Pirc Musar.