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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Ali Zerdin

Slovenia opposition demands referendum on Palestinian state recognition, could delay parliament vote

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The main opposition party in Slovenia on Monday filed a motion demanding a referendum on the government decision to recognize a Palestinian state, which could delay the formal recognition vote in parliament.

Slovenia's government last week endorsed a motion to recognize a Palestinian state and sent the proposal to parliament for a final approval. This was due on Tuesday but parliament could now postpone it up to 30 days.

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