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The prosecution is requesting an investigation into Secretary of State Jaklin.
Slovenia🏛️ PoliticsCenter13 hr. ago

The prosecution is requesting an investigation into Secretary of State Jaklin.

The Specialized State Prosecution (SDT) has filed a request for an investigation against several individuals, including current Infrastructure Minister's state secretary Damijan Jaklin, over alleged corruption related to the construction of a section of the Pomur water supply system valued at eight million euros. According to media reports from 2019, Jaklin, then mayor of Velika Polana, allegedly received more than 60,000 euros through cash payments, fictitious contracts, and shell companies during the project. The prosecution stated that the investigation request was submitted to the Ljubljana District Court in mid-September against four individuals for various charges, including abuse of position, complicity, bribery, and money laundering. Jaklin reportedly facilitated a contract worth over 100,000 euros between a Serbian construction firm and another company overseeing part of the water supply project under state supervision. Most of the funds were allegedly funneled into Jaklin’s hands via four shell companies set up specifically for this purpose, while the other party received a 15% commission. Jaklin, who currently serves as a state secretary at the Ministry of Infrastructure

The Slovenian Specialized State Prosecution (SDT) has requested a judicial investigation into Damijan Jaklin, currently the state secretary at the Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy. Jaklin, a member of the New Slovenia party (NSi), is accused of having received more than €60,000 illegally during his tenure as mayor of Velika Polana in 2019, related to the construction of a section of the Pomur water supply system. According to the prosecution, Jaklin allegedly participated in the creation of a fictitious contract worth over €100,000 between the Serbian construction company MPP Jedinstvo and the firm JHP, led by Jane Habjan, who oversaw part of the project under government commission. Most of the money from this fake deal reportedly ended up in Jaklin’s hands through four shell companies established specifically for this purpose, with Habjan receiving a 15 percent commission. The request for investigation was submitted to the Ljubljana District Court in mid-September against four individuals. One person faces charges of abuse of position or trust in economic activity, another for aiding in such misconduct, one for accepting a bribe, and two for money laundering. The prosecution explained that such requests are made when additional evidence is needed to clarify the actual situation, typically involving witness interviews and establishing a case file. According to media reports from 2019, Jaklin allegedly accepted more than €60,000, mostly in cash, through fictitious contracts and shell companies while serving as mayor of Velika Polana during the construction of an eight-million-euro segment of the Pomur water supply. He is said to have facilitated the signing of the fictitious contract between MPP Jedinstvo and JHP. Most of the proceeds from this fake business were allegedly funneled to Jaklin via the four shell companies, with Habjan receiving her share. Jaklin, now the state secretary at the Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy, belongs to the NSi quota and is led by the party's leader, Jernej Vrtovec. In early July, he stated that he had always tried to perform his work legally and professionally. In late September 2026, the SDT confirmed to the STA that it had filed a request for investigation against several individuals, including Jaklin. The alleged misconduct involves the construction of the Pomur water supply system, which includes a segment valued at eight million euros. This segment was built by the Serbian company MPP Jedinstvo owned by Mića Mićić. The investigation suggests that Jaklin, who served as both the deputy minister for infrastructure and the non-professional mayor of Velika Polana, did not manipulate public tenders directly. However, after the completion of the construction, there were supposed transactions between MPP Jedinstvo and JHP, led by Habjan. According to the investigation, Jaklin allegedly encouraged Habjan to sign a fictitious contract with MPP Jedinstvo dated October 10, 2017, under which JHP was to receive €102,476. This amount was transferred to Slovenia in the spring of 2018. Most of this money, according to the investigation, was intended for Jaklin, as indicated by a spreadsheet found on Habjan's computer named "Damijan2019.xlsx." The spreadsheet detailed payments made for Jaklin's benefit. On March 29, 2018, Jaklin sent Habjan a message asking whether she had sent the documents to MPP Jedinstvo, matching the date of the first transfer of approximately €66,000 from Serbia to Slovenia. Before the second transfer, Jaklin wrote to Habjan: “Urgently send to Serbia, if you haven't already.” Habjan replied: “Hello, it was sent to the director via email about 15 days ago.” According to the findings of investigators, Jaklin knew that the services were never actually performed, and the contract was signed solely to conceal the real purpose of the funds. The money transferred to JHP's account in the first half of 2018 was spent by the end of 2018 and the beginning of 2019. The first transfer of €36,000 was allocated to donations arranged by Jaklin, payment of bills, and cash received by Jaklin himself. Over €580 went to a local sports club for buying balls before local elections in which Jaklin ran. Bills for purchasing LEGO bricks, received by Jaklin's son, amounted to €661. The hunting association in Velika Polana received €2,000, and Jaklin allegedly received €3,000 in cash.

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Večer logoVečerIndependent🔒Center13 hr. ago
Prosecutors are asking for an investigation into a member of the National Security Council, alleged to have instigated a fictitious contract and ended up with the money

The article reports that Damijan Jaklin, currently the state secretary at the Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy, is under investigation by the Slovenian Public Prosecution Service (SDT). The investigation allegedly involves his role as mayor of Velika Polana in 2019, where he is accused of receiving over €60,000 through fictitious contracts and shell companies during the construction of a section of the Pomur water supply system. According to the report, Jaklin is said to have facilitated a €100,000 fake contract between a Serbian construction firm and another company, with most of the money ending up in his hands via four shell companies. His colleague Jane Habjan is reportedly involved, having received a 15% commission. Jaklin has denied any wrongdoing, stating he always worked legally and professionally.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual allegations against a current government official without overtly favoring either side. It includes direct quotes from the prosecution and from Jaklin himself, providing both accusations and his denial. There is no evident editorializing or biased language that would tip

Delo logoDeloIndependent🔒Center14 hr. ago
Investigation against former mayor for alleged receipt of €60,000

The Specialized State Prosecution (SDT) has initiated an investigation against several individuals, including current Infrastructure Minister's state secretary Damijan Jaklin of the NSi party, over alleged corruption related to the construction of the Pomur water pipeline in 2019. Jaklin, who was then mayor of Velika Polana, is accused of receiving more than €60,000 through cash payments, fictitious contracts, and shell companies during the project. The investigation includes charges of abuse of position, complicity, bribery, and money laundering. According to reports, Jaklin allegedly facilitated a €100,000 fictitious contract between a Serbian construction firm and another company overseeing part of the pipeline under state supervision. Most of the funds were reportedly funneled to Jaklin via four shell companies, while the other party received a 15% commission. Jaklin has denied any wrongdoing, stating he always worked legally and professionally.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about an ongoing legal investigation involving a high-ranking official and does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or editorializing. It provides details from the prosecution and contextualizes the allegations without taking a clear立场.

Dnevnik logoDnevnikIndependent🔒Center14 hr. ago
The prosecution is requesting an investigation into Secretary of State Jaklin.

The Specialized State Prosecution (SDT) has filed a request for an investigation against several individuals, including current Infrastructure Minister's state secretary Damijan Jaklin, over alleged corruption related to the construction of a section of the Pomur water supply system valued at eight million euros. According to media reports from 2019, Jaklin, then mayor of Velika Polana, allegedly received more than 60,000 euros through cash payments, fictitious contracts, and shell companies during the project. The prosecution stated that the investigation request was submitted to the Ljubljana District Court in mid-September against four individuals for various charges, including abuse of position, complicity, bribery, and money laundering. Jaklin reportedly facilitated a contract worth over 100,000 euros between a Serbian construction firm and another company overseeing part of the water supply project under state supervision. Most of the funds were allegedly funneled into Jaklin’s hands via four shell companies set up specifically for this purpose, while the other party received a 15% commission. Jaklin, who currently serves as a state secretary at the Ministry of Infrastructure

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about an ongoing legal investigation involving a high-ranking official without overtly favoring any side. It includes quotes from the prosecution and references media reports from 2019 but does not exhibit clear bias in language or framing.

N1 Slovenija logoN1 SlovenijaIndependentCenter15 hr. ago
SDT is requesting a judicial inquiry against the Secretary of State of the NSI Damijan Jaklin

The Slovenian Specialized State Prosecution (SDT) has filed a request for judicial investigation against several individuals, including current state secretary at the Ministry of Infrastructure Damijan Jaklin. According to reports, Jaklin, while serving as mayor of Velika Polana in 2019, allegedly received over €60,000 illegally during the construction of a section of the Pomur water supply system. The allegations include receiving money through fake contracts and shell companies. Jaklin is accused of abuse of office, bribery, and money laundering. He has denied any wrongdoing, stating he always aimed to perform his duties legally and professionally. The investigation involves four individuals, with charges ranging from abuse of position to aiding in illegal activities.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about a legal proceeding involving a high-ranking official and does not exhibit clear bias in language, sourcing, or emphasis. It includes statements from both the prosecution and the accused, providing balanced perspectives.

Žurnal24 logoŽurnal24IndependentCenter15 hr. ago
Investigation of the Secretary of State: 60,000 euros in his pocket

The Slovenian Specialized State Prosecution (SDT) has initiated an investigation into several individuals, including current State Secretary at the Ministry of Infrastructure Damijan Jaklin, over alleged corruption related to the construction of a section of the Pomur water pipeline. According to reports, Jaklin, while serving as mayor of Velika Polana in 2019, allegedly received more than €60,000 through illegal means, primarily in cash, via fictitious contracts and shell companies. The investigation involves charges such as abuse of position, bribery, money laundering, and complicity in these crimes. Jaklin reportedly facilitated a contract worth over €100,000 between a Serbian construction firm and another company overseeing part of the pipeline project. Much of the money from this fictitious deal allegedly passed through four shell companies established specifically for this purpose before ending up in Jaklin’s hands, with the other party receiving a 15% commission. Jaklin has denied any wrongdoing, stating he always aimed to perform his duties legally and professionally.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about an ongoing legal investigation involving a high-ranking government official. It includes quotes from the prosecution and the accused, providing both perspectives without overtly favoring one side. There is no clear indication of biased language, one-sid

Reporter logoReporterIndependentCenter15 hr. ago
Evidence of bribery: SDT for the investigation of Vrtovce's secretary of state

The Slovenian newspaper Reporter reports that Jaklin, a member of the NSi party and currently the state secretary at the Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy, is under investigation for alleged corruption related to the construction of a section of the Pomur water supply system in 2019. According to the report, Jaklin allegedly received over €60,000 in cash through fictitious contracts and shell companies during his time as mayor of Velika Polana. The investigation was initiated by the SDT party against four individuals, including Jaklin, for charges such as abuse of position, bribery, and money laundering. Jaklin has denied any wrongdoing, stating he always worked legally and professionally.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about an ongoing legal investigation involving a current government official and does not exhibit clear bias toward either side. It includes quotes from both the accused and the investigating party, providing balanced coverage of the allegations and the deniа

Siol.net logoSiol.netState / PublicCenter15 hr. ago
SDT has filed a request to the court for an investigation against State Secretary Jaklin

The Specialized State Prosecution (SDT) has filed a request for an investigation against several individuals, including current State Secretary at the Ministry of Infrastructure Damian Jaklin, over alleged corruption related to the construction of a section of the Pomur water supply system in 2019. According to reports, Jaklin, then mayor of Velika Polana, allegedly received more than €60,000 through cash payments, fictitious contracts, and shell companies during the project. The investigation reportedly involves five individuals, with charges ranging from abuse of position, complicity, bribery, and money laundering. Jaklin denied any wrongdoing, stating he always aimed to work legally and professionally. The case involves a contract between a Serbian construction firm and another company overseeing the infrastructure project under state supervision.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about an ongoing legal investigation involving a high-ranking official and does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or editorializing. It includes quotes from the SDT and references media reports without taking a clear stance on the guilt

RTV Slovenija (MMC) logoRTV Slovenija (MMC)State / PublicCenter15 hr. ago
The specialized state prosecutor's office requests a judicial investigation against Secretary of State Jaklin.

The specialized state prosecution (SDT) has requested an investigation into several individuals, including Damijan Jaklin, the state secretary at the Ministry of Infrastructure. Jaklin is accused of having illegally received over 60,000 euros in connection with the construction of a section of the Pomur water supply system in 2019. The allegations suggest he accepted money primarily in cash through fictitious contracts and shell companies. According to reports, Jaklin allegedly facilitated a contract worth over 100,000 euros between a Serbian construction firm and another company overseeing part of the project. Most of the funds were reportedly funneled to Jaklin through four shell companies, while the other party involved, Jane Habjan, allegedly received a 15% commission. Jaklin, who currently serves as a state secretary and is affiliated with the NSi party, has denied any wrongdoing, stating he always worked legally and professionally.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about an ongoing legal investigation involving a high-ranking government official without overtly favoring either side. It includes direct quotes from the prosecution and mentions Jaklin's denial of wrongdoing, providing balanced coverage of the situation.

STA – Slovenska tiskovna agencija logoSTA – Slovenska tiskovna agencijaState / PublicCenter15 hr. ago
The specialized state prosecutor's office requests a judicial investigation against Secretary of State Jaklin.

The specialized state prosecution office (SDT) has filed a request for judicial investigation against several individuals, including current infrastructure ministry state secretary Damijan Jaklin. According to information provided to STA by SDT, Jaklin, as mayor of Velika Polana in 2019, allegedly illegally received over 60,000 euros in connection with the Pomur water supply project. The case involves allegations of misconduct related to this specific infrastructure project.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about a legal proceeding involving a high-ranking official without overtly favoring any political side. It reports on an alleged illegal act but does not include commentary, biased language, or selective sourcing that would indicate a clear ideological lean.

Mladina logoMladinaIndependentCenteryesterday
A member of the National Security Council allegedly illegally received over 60,000 euros as mayor.

The Slovenian special state prosecution (SDT) has filed a request for an investigation against Damijan Jaklin, currently the state secretary at the Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy, and several other individuals. Jaklin, who was mayor of Velika Polana at the time, is accused of illegally receiving over €60,000 in 2019 related to the construction of a section of the Pomur water supply system. The allegations include misuse of position, bribery, money laundering, and complicity in these crimes. According to reports, Jaklin allegedly received most of the funds in cash through fictitious contracts and shell companies. He is said to have been involved in a €100,000 fake contract between a Serbian construction firm and another company overseeing part of the project. Most of the money from this fictitious work reportedly ended up in Jaklin’s hands via four shell companies set up specifically for this purpose, while the person managing the project, Jane Habjan, allegedly received a 15% commission. Jaklin has denied any wrongdoing, stating he always aimed to perform his duties legally and professionally.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about an ongoing legal investigation involving a current government official and does not exhibit clear ideological framing, loaded language, or one-sided sourcing. It includes direct quotes from the SDT and references media reports without apparent bias.

Mladina logoMladinaIndependentCenteryesterday
A member of the National Security Council is alleged to have illegally received over 60,000 euros

The Specialized State Prosecution (SDT) has filed a request with the court to investigate several individuals, including current Infrastructure Ministry Secretary Damijan Jaklin. According to STA, Jaklin, as mayor of Velika Polana, allegedly received over €60,000 illegally in 2019 related to the Pomur water supply project.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual report on an ongoing legal investigation involving a high-ranking official. It does not include biased language, one-sided sourcing, or editorializing. The information is reported neutrally based on the confirmation from STA.

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