Slovenia’s new conservative Prime Minister Janez Janša began his fourth term with an order to remove the ‘Palestinian’ teerrorist flag from the central government building in Ljubljana, where it had flown for two years. The move, executed immediately upon taking office Thursday, marks a sharp pro-Israel and pro-Western turn under a leader closely aligned with U.S. President Donald Trump and Israel. Janša declared his government will pursue a “responsible and fact-based” foreign policy.
Janša is known for his longstanding support of Israel. He defined the previous government’s recognition of ‘Palestine’ as illegal, backed Israel’s right to strike in Gaza and other regional states, and repeatedly declared: “We stand with Israel.” He has also expressed intent to move Slovenia’s embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, a step that would align with Israel’s position.
Israel was quick to welcome the change. Foreign Minister Gideon Saar thanked Janša and announced Israel will open an embassy in Ljubljana “without delay.” This stands in stark contrast to the previous government under radical leftist Robert Golob, which sharply condemned Israel, recognized ‘Palestine’ as a state, imposed sanctions on Israeli ministers, and even banned arms trade with Israel.
Golob, who led Slovenia for four years, accused Israel of violating international law and committing “clear acts of genocide” in Gaza, claiming “people in Gaza are dying because of systematic prevention of humanitarian aid.” He also imposed a travel ban on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Janša is expected to reverse several of Golob’s measures, including Slovenia’s recognition of a ‘Palestinian’ terror state.