Tag #Balkans

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US-EU Unity Under Pressure Amidst Ukraine Conflict and Trump's Trade Policies

The EU and US agreed to maximize pressure on Russia for peace in Ukraine, amid President Trump's threats of tariffs on European countries unless they increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, raising concerns about the EU's unity and potential US influence.

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EU deploys electoral mission to Kosovo amid Serbia tensions

The European Union deployed a 100-member electoral observation mission for Kosovo's February 9th parliamentary elections, aiming to bolster democratic governance amid heightened tensions with Serbia following past incidents of violence and accusations of cross-border attacks.

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US Sanctions Force Serbia to Choose Between Russia and the West

Facing US sanctions on its Russian-majority-owned oil company NIS, Serbia must divest Russian ownership by February 25th to avoid further economic consequences, creating a pivotal moment in its relations with Russia and the West.

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Montenegro Mass Shooting: 12 Dead, Gun Control Debate Reignited

On Wednesday, Aleksandar Aco Martinovic, 45, killed 12 people, including children, in Cetinje, Montenegro, after a restaurant brawl, before dying by suicide; the motive remains unknown, but police noted his history of illegal weapons possession and intoxication.

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North Macedonia PM to Attend Trump's Inauguration, Seek US Support for EU Path

North Macedonian Prime Minister Christian Mickoski will attend US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20th and seek US support for his country's EU path, expressing concern over stalled progress due to bilateral disputes with Bulgaria.

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Kosovo Canal Bombing: Eight Arrested Amid Heightened Tensions

An explosion on Kosovo's Ibar-Lepenac canal, a vital resource for power and water, led to eight arrests and prompted accusations of terrorism against Serbia, who denies involvement. The attack, near Zubin Potok, damaged the canal impacting two major power plants and water supplies to hundreds of tho...

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Serbian Protests Over Novi Sad Tragedy Echo 2000 Uprising

Following a deadly roof collapse at Novi Sad's train station, where the government's claim of no renovations was proven false, widespread protests in Serbia have prompted comparisons to the 2000 Milošević ouster, with daily 15-minute silences at the time of the collapse adding symbolic weight to the...

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EU Monitors Kosovo Elections Amidst Serbia Tensions

The European Union is deploying a 100-person election observation mission to Kosovo for its February 9th parliamentary elections, amid ongoing tensions with Serbia following incidents including the killing of a police officer and damage to infrastructure, both blamed by Kosovo on Serbia, and a large...

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Montenegro Tightens Gun Control After Cetinje Mass Shooting

Montenegro will implement stricter gun control measures after a mass shooting in Cetinje on January 1, 2024, requiring psychological evaluations for existing license holders and a two-month surrender period for unregistered weapons, with severe penalties for non-compliance.

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Montenegro Mourns 12 Killed in Mass Shooting

In Cetinje, Montenegro, Aleksandar Aco Martinovic killed 12 people, including two children, after a restaurant argument on January 2nd, 2024, before dying by suicide; this is the second mass shooting in the same city in three years.

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Giro d'Italia 2025 to Start in Albania

The 2025 Giro d'Italia will begin its race in Durazzo, Albania, on May 9th, showcasing Albania's diverse landscape to an expected 250 million viewers over three days, boosting tourism and creating new jobs in cycling tourism; the race's route was designed by Mauro Vegni.

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Serbia's Military Buildup and the Risk of Balkan Conflict

Serbia's growing military power and nationalist aspirations are causing alarm among its neighbors, raising concerns about potential conflict in the Balkans.

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