Možina and Svetlana Makarovič Trial Cancelled. Možina: The lady has fallen ill again. 07.07.2026

The trial between journalist Jože Možina and artist Svetlana Makarovič at the Ljubljana District Court was cancelled due to the defendant's illness. Možina filed a lawsuit for damages due to defamation, as Makarovič referred to him as a liar and a traitor in the poem Utrip laži. Možina expressed dissatisfaction with the cancellation, which has occurred for the second time, and emphasized the urgency of a court ruling to protect freedom of speech. Makarovič's lawyer, David Sluga, confirmed the cancellation due to her illness but believes the claim will be unsuccessful. The new hearing is scheduled for October 3rd. Možina is seeking 2,000 euros in damages, an apology, and the publication of the verdict; in the event of a loss, he plans to take further legal action.
















