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Balkans
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Euronewspolitics15 days ago
EU and Western Balkans leaders hold accession summit
European Council President António Costa said the bloc has renewed momentum for enlargement after Hungary lifted its veto on Ukraine and Moldova. Montenegro remains on track for 2028 membership while Serbia faces stalled negotiations over judicial and media reforms.
Al Jazeeraworld16 days ago
EU Proposes Gradual Integration for Western Balkans but Offers No New Accession Timelines
At the June 5, 2026 summit in Tivat, Montenegro, EU officials advanced a phased accession model for Albania, Bosnia, Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia.
The Independentworld20 days ago
EU Council President Costa Begins Western Balkans Tour Ahead of Montenegro Summit
Costa spoke in Sarajevo on June 1 about the upcoming summit in Montenegro. The meeting will bring together EU leaders and officials from six Western Balkan candidate countries.
nypost.compolitics22 days ago
Bosnia Pipeline Project Advances for Company Linked to Trump Associates
AAFS Infrastructure and Energy is nearing a concession to build a gas pipeline across the Balkans. The project would carry U.S. liquefied natural gas to replace Russian supplies. The company has connections to individuals involved in legal and political work for President Trump.
news.sky.compolitics29 days ago
Three suspects arrested in Cologne killing of 93-year-old man
Police arrested three suspects from the Balkans in the death of a 93-year-old man found beaten in his Cologne home. The victim was discovered by his children on May 3 after a home invasion robbery.
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france24.compolitics40 days ago
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte Visits Montenegro Ahead of Ankara Summit
Mark Rutte held talks with Montenegro's president, prime minister and senior ministers on transatlantic security, Western Balkans stability and NATO Summit preparations. Rutte praised the country's contributions to alliance missions and its defense spending above 2 percent of GDP…
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jpost.comworld44 days ago
Bar-Ilan University Hosts 14th Days of Jewish Music Festival
The Days of Jewish Music festival at Bar-Ilan University runs May 12-15, 2026 under the theme “Melodies of Hope.” The program includes 14 concerts along with lectures and workshops exploring Jewish music from Persia, the Balkans, Tunisia, Turkey, Yemen and Ladino traditions.
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denverpost.comfinance55 days ago
Balkans Emerge as Alternative Source for Juniper Berries Amid Western European Yield Declines
Yields of juniper berries in Western Europe are decreasing due to climate change, overgrazing, and habitat loss. The Balkans are positioning themselves as an alternative supply source. This shift aims to maintain consistent gin production.
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