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Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners nearing billion-dollar Balkan real estate deals
Reports have given rise to speculation that Kushner’s plans could have been facilitated by relationships established during his father-in-law Donald Trump's time in the White House.
Russians go to the polls, but would-be protesters have few options against Putin's election juggernaut
A few brave Russian attempted to protest against the stage manage presidential elections on March 15-17. A video posted on social media showed a woman in Moscow's Otradnoye district pouring a bottle of the green antiseptic zelenka into a ballot box.
Support for Nato membership falls sharply in Southeast Europe
Under half of Montenegrins now back Nato membership, and only 33% would help another member in case of attack.
Polls open in Russia as Putin seeks fifth term in office
No genuine opposition figure has been allowed to appear on the ballot
‘Russian warship, go f–k yourself’: EU rejects Ukrainian trademark application
The European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) has once again rejected a request by Ukraine’s State Border Guard to register the slogan "Russian warship, go f**k yourself” as a trademark.
Hungarian government may reconsider amendments to Central Bank Act
Government may be preparing to retreat due to reactions in the financial markets to perceived threat to central bank independence.
Russia’s Medvedev presents ‘peace plan’ including ‘complete surrender’ of Ukraine
Writing on Telegram, President Vladimir Putin's close ally published what he called a “soft Russian formula for peace,” comprised of seven points that would see Ukraine pay compensation to Moscow and give up its entire territory.
Kyrgyzstan votes through Russian-style “foreign agents” law in seven minutes flat
With no debate, MPs pass legislation said to ape Putin law used to crush civil society. Washington has warned “U.S. implementing partners” may withdraw from country.
Disappearances raise fears over Turkey and Central Asia regimes stepping up collaboration in transnational repression
Two Tajik dissident activists vanish without a trace. Rights defenders point to frightening frequency of state kidnappings.
Former Fidesz insider calls political rally to topple Orban
Peter Magyar, who burst into the public eye over the Fidesz paedophile pardon scandal, has made incendiary comments about the inner workings of the government.
EU agrees to create $5.5bn Ukraine Assistance Fund
Germany wins concession that bilateral support be considered as contributions to the fund.
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Hungary signs agreement with UAE on construction of €5bn city centre 'mini-Dubai' in Budapest
The plan would transform a 130-hectare train station yard in a northern part of the capital into a new city quarter with tourism, economic, business and sports functions.
Uzbekistan, China eye joint uranium exploration
Tashkent is looking to an array of international partners to hit its ambitious output targets.
Tusk schedules Ukraine summit with Macron and Scholz
The so-called Weimar Triangle has sprung back to life under the Polish premier after an eight-year lull under the previous government of Law and Justice.
Russia ready for nuclear war, warns Putin
Speaking to Russia 1, a state-run television channel, Putin emphasises that while a nuclear confrontation is not imminent, Russia is technologically prepared for this potential scenario.
Spat over police chief's appointment puts survival of Montenegrin government at risk
The stability of Montenegro’s government has been seriously shaken after a conflict between Interior Minister Danilo Saranovic and Prime Minister Milojko Spajic over the election of an acting police chief.
Russian oil refineries set ablaze in second day of Ukrainian attacks
Relentless attacks on Russian refineries have led to widespread disruptions in the nation's energy supply chain.
EU lifts sanctions from Yandex founder
Netherlands-based Yandex NV, which holds all the non-Russian assets, announced its exit from the Russian market on February 5.
Kremlin reportedly planning government reshuffle after Putin’s re-election
However, no significant changes in domestic and foreign policy are expected, and there are no signs that any plans for a successor for Putin himself are on the horizon.
Navalny chief of staff attacked with hammer
Leonid Volkov, the former chief of staff of Russian opposition figure Alexey Navalny, was violently assaulted near his residence in Vilnius on March 12.