Consultations Show Path Clear to Snap Election

Ljubljana, 26 September - Slovenia appears to be heading steadily towards a snap election, as consultations held by President Danilo Tuerk with parliamentary parties on Monday indicated there are slim chances anyone will put forward a candidate for prime minister-designate by the Tuesday deadline.

Ljubljana
Franc Znidarsic, representing unaffiliated MPs, speaks to reporters after consultations with President Danilo Tuerk.
Photo: Daniel Novakovic/STA

Ljubljana
DeSUS leader Karl Erjavec emerges from consultations with President Danilo Tuerk confident that Slovenia will hold a snap election.
Photo: Daniel Novakovic/STA

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