Slovenia

Only the lifesize statue’s feet were left behind as the thieves sawed off the majority of the sculpture, according to Slovenian media.

In a rare coordinated statement, the foreign ministers of Spain, Iceland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Norway, and Slovenia said the proposed expansion would mark a dangerous escalation.

The European Jewish Congress on X Monday accused neo-Nazis of being responsible for the graffiti.

Five ambassadors presented credentials to President Herzog, with discussions covering diplomatic ties, mutual respect, and solidarity amid Israel’s security challenges.

During the council meeting, more severe measures against Israel were debated but ultimately rejected, including a proposal to blackout the broadcast during Israel's performance.

For an actual Palestinian state to come into existence and be more than just a name on a placard identifying a speaker at the UN General Assembly, Israel will need to acquiesce.

The SDS, the largest opposition party, argued it was not the right time to recognize an independent Palestinian state and that the move would only award the "terrorist organisation Hamas".

"This is the message of peace," said Prime Minister Robert Golob.

The announcement came as Ireland, Spain, and several other European Union member states are reportedly considering recognizing a Palestinian state on May 21.

A World Jewish Congress delegation visited Slovenia to address rising antisemitism. They met with officials, faced challenges, and emphasized the right to Jewish pride and safety.

"We want to stop the humanitarian disaster in Gaza and help kickstart a political peace process leading to the realization of the two-state solution as early as possible," a spokeswoman said.