The vice-president of the ruling party Marta Kos withdrew her candidacy for president of the republic of Slovenia, citing "changed circumstances due to personal reasons" as a reason. Marta Kos’ decision and further steps will be discussed by the party in the coming days. As the party emphasized, they will focus to local elections. Kos thanked everyone who had already supported her candidacy and emphasized that she remains loyal to her supporters as well as to common values ​​and the homeland of Slovenia.