Slovenia: Ruling Liberals set to win parliamentary election
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Key Points:
- The liberal Freedom Movement, led by Prime Minister Robert Golob, is projected to win Slovenia's parliamentary election with 29.9% of the vote, according to exit polls, while the opposition Slovenian Democratic Party (SDS) led by Janez Jansa is expected to come second with 27.5%.
- The election is crucial for Slovenia's political direction and the EU, as Golob supports the bloc's liberal agenda, whereas Jansa aligns with right-wing populists like Hungary's Viktor Orban and has expressed admiration for former US President Donald Trump.
- Neither party is expected to secure a clear majority in the 90-member parliament, making smaller parties essential for forming a governing coalition.
- Allegations of foreign election interference have
