EU Budget Talks: Slovenia’s PM Janez Janša says EU Council discussions were more substantive, but the multiannual budget deal still looks far off as leaders clash over spending priorities. Migration Policy: Janša joined 18 other EU leaders in a joint letter urging more decisive EU action on migration. EU–Israel Diplomatic Row: A dispute over EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas’ alleged “apartheid” comparison sparked mixed reactions among EU leaders; Slovenia’s PM said he didn’t believe Israel was practising apartheid. EU Law & Work: The EU Pay Transparency Directive missed its June 7, 2026 transposition deadline in most member states, raising legal and compliance pressure for employers. Local/Regional Governance: Slovenia is reported to have revoked local voting rights for non-EU residents ahead of municipal elections. Health & Safety: A Ljubljana-linked biosimilars development centre by Sandoz opened, while a separate report highlights the ongoing severity of candidemia in hospitals. Business & Economy: Slovenia is cited among countries calling for stricter migration policy, and Eurostat data shows Poland rising to its highest-ever household prosperity level, overtaking Slovenia. International Spotlight (Slovenia): A Slovenian entry is highlighted in the Rolex Middle Sea Race, and Slovenia appears in EU/industry updates including new electric motorcycle distribution.