Procedural motions mark start of Janša's defamation trial

Celje, 23 October - Janez Janša's defence counsel filed for recusal of the presiding judge and a juror as the case in which he stands accused of defaming two journalists of the Slovenian public broadcaster went on trial on Tuesday.

Celje
Janez Janša, the leader of the opposition Democratic Party (SDS), and his lawyer Franci Matoz arrive for a trial over defamation of two journalists.
Photo: Lili Pušnik/STA

Celje
Janez Janša (seated), the leader of the opposition Democratic Party (SDS), put on trial for defaming two journalists.
Photo: Lili Pušnik/STA

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