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Outgoing NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg suggests the alliance could have done more to arm Ukraine before Russia's 2022 invasion. He emphasizes the need for negotiations to end the conflict.
In Margraten, Netherlands, locals adopt graves of American soldiers who died liberating their country from Nazi occupation. A concert marks 80 years since the liberation's start, highlighting enduring gratitude.
Italian Foreign Minister supports Western Balkans' EU accession, cautioning against Russian and Chinese influence. North Macedonia faces constitutional hurdle in its EU path, with new government opposing changes.
As Kamala Harris prepares for a debate with Donald Trump, the Biden administration's Balkans policy comes under scrutiny. Worsening regional situations and ineffective U.S. approaches raise concerns about strategic interests.
The Balkans experienced unprecedented heat in summer 2024, with temperatures soaring above 30°C for weeks. This extreme weather, linked to global warming, caused widespread environmental and economic impacts across the region.
An 18-year-old Austrian man attacked Munich's Israeli Consulate and a Nazi-era museum before being killed by police. The incident, possibly motivated by Islamist or antisemitic beliefs, is under investigation.
Protesters in Belgrade accuse the government of suppressing opposition to a major EU-backed lithium mining project. The demonstration highlights tensions between economic development and environmental concerns in Serbia.
NATO members reaffirm commitment to strengthen Ukraine's defenses at recent council meeting. Increased military aid promised as Ukraine continues to intercept Russian missiles daily.
The FDA rejected MDMA for PTSD treatment, dealing a blow to Rick Doblin's 30-year effort. Despite setbacks, Doblin remains committed to pursuing MDMA therapy globally and exploring new applications.
A migrant boat capsized on the Serbia-Bosnia border, resulting in 11 deaths. Authorities recovered the last body, emphasizing the dangers of illegal river crossings on the Balkan route to Western Europe.
A boat carrying migrants overturned while crossing the Drina River from Serbia to Bosnia. While 18 individuals, including three children, safely reached Bosnia, a search operation is ongoing for the missing.
A school employee in Sanski Most, Bosnia-Herzegovina, killed two people and injured others in a shooting incident. The event occurred during the summer holiday when no classes were in session.
Unprecedented heatwaves in the Balkans are changing attitudes towards air conditioning, leading to a surge in installations. This shift is straining outdated power grids, prompting calls for infrastructure upgrades and renewable energy adoption.