Slovenia's political survivor Janez Jansa is back

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Janez Jansa, Slovenia's veteran political leader, has returned to power at the head of a new coalition government. The move comes after previous stints in office marked by controversy and legal battles. Already, Jansa's administration is pursuing policies that critics warn will intensify political divisions in the country. His comeback underscores the durability of his political brand despite, or perhaps because of, his reputation as a combative, polarizing figure who has repeatedly survived scandals and legal challenges to maintain influence in Slovenian politics.