[Photo] Billionaire and financier Soros visited Niko Kovač on the 8th of March

Nova24TVParty-alignedProgressive6 hr. ago

The article reports on a meeting between Alexander Soros, son of billionaire George Soros, and Slovenian activist Niko Kovač, who is associated with the Institute 8. March, which has previously received financial support from the Open Society Foundations. The meeting took place in Slovenia, where Soros met with philosopher Slavoj Žižek and other activists. Soros shared photos of the event on social media, highlighting their connection and expressing gratitude to Kovač for facilitating the encounter. The article notes that the Institute 8. March has historically received funding from the Open Society Foundations but claims it no longer does so. Political commentator Miran Videtič comments on the potential implications of this connection, suggesting it reflects the influence of external actors like the 'Black Cube' in Slovenian politics. The piece raises questions about whether such ties indicate foreign interference in Slovenian leftist circles.

Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the relationship between Soros, Kovač, and Žižek in a manner that suggests alignment with progressive or anti-establishment sentiments. It emphasizes the historical financial connections between the Institute 8. March and the Open Society Foundations, while questioning the role of

ReporterIndependentCenter7 hr. ago

A younger relative of billionaire George Soros visited his friend Niko Kovač and met with philosopher Slavoj Žižek. The visitor expressed admiration for Žižek, calling him one of the greatest living philosophers, disruptors, and cultural critics. He mentioned that he has debated Žižek's work and provocations since his youth and thanked Kovač for introducing them. During their meeting, Soros noted that while Žižek might dislike sports, he proudly wore a New York Knicks cap after being told that Zohran Kwame Mamdani, the new mayor of New York, is a fan of Žižek.

Bias read (Center): The article reports on a personal meeting between Soros and Žižek, focusing on their intellectual exchange rather than taking a stance on any political issue. It presents both parties' perspectives neutrally without evident bias toward either side.