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Analyst warns Kosovo risks economic and political isolation as Albania moves closer to EU
Kosovo may face a return to “hard borders” with Albania and Montenegro within the next five to seven years if current political trends continue.
US envoy Witkoff to meet Israeli and Qatari officials in Italy to conclude Gaza ceasefire agreement
White House Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff is set to meet senior Israeli and Qatari officials in Italy on July 24 in a push to finalise a long-awaited ceasefire and hostage-release agreement concerning Gaza, diplomatic sources have confirmed.
Kosovo's public broadcaster RTK on verge of collapse as financial crisis deepens
Broadcasting associations urge the Kosovo government to immediately ensure funding for RTK and safeguard its independence.
Serbia seeks 180-day extension of US sanctions waiver for NIS
Belgrade has argued that sanctions on NIS would jeopardise energy supply across the Balkans and worsen Serbia's economic outlook.
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IMF says El Salvador's Bitcoin accumulation remains within programme limits
The IMF clarified El Salvador's Bitcoin accumulation remains consistent with its programme despite the nation's crypto portfolio swelling beyond $760mn as Bitcoin rallied above $120,000.
Syrian-Saudi investment forum launches in Damascus with deals worth $6.4bn
Projects span sectors including energy, real estate and ICT as Saudi investors prepare to reshape Syria's post-war economic and urban landscape.
Brazil braces for $32bn economic hit from Trump tariff threat
Brazil faces potential losses of up to BRL175bn ($31.7bn) over the next decade if the US follows through on plans to impose 50% import tariffs on Brazilian goods.
IMF warns Argentina to raise international reserves
The IMF has issued a stark warning about Argentina's financial stability, describing the country's international reserves as remaining at "critically low" levels despite substantial economic improvements under President Javier Milei.
Cambodian rocket attacks leave four Thai civilians dead in two provinces
Four Thai civilians lost their lives in two separate incidents on July 24, following rocket strikes allegedly launched from Cambodian territory into neighbouring Thai provinces.
Cambodian PM appeals to UN Security Council over Thai military incursion
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet has submitted a formal appeal to the United Nations Security Council, urging urgent intervention in response to what he described as a “deliberate act of military aggression” by Thai forces.
Russia and Ukraine agree to expand prisoner exchanges at third Istanbul talks, no progress on ceasefire
Russia and Ukraine have concluded a third round of direct negotiations in Istanbul, agreeing to another large POW swap and including civilians for the first time, but no other progress was made.
Syria’s transitional government requests support from Turkey in strengthening defence capabilities
US, meanwhile, says it has "no position" on the prospect of a defence pact between the neighbours.
Cambodian residents voice fears amid ongoing conflict with Thailand at Ta Moan Thom temple
Following the recent exchange of fire between Cambodian and Thai troops at Ta Moan Thom temple, some families in the border zones, particularly in Oddar Meanchey, have begun relocating to safer areas.
India's Reliance Industries gets ready for the worst
India’s Reliance Industries Ltd. is facing renewed scrutiny over its crude procurement practices following the European Union’s latest round of sanctions targeting diesel derived from Russian oil
Conflict breaks out along Cambodia - Thailand border, clashes reported
Prime Minister Hun Manet confirmed that Thai troops had launched coordinated assaults on Cambodian military positions located at Ta Mone Thom and Ta Krabey, both situated in Oddar Meanchey province.
Ten workers perish battling wildfires in Turkey
Minister says personnel became “trapped inside” a blaze after a change in the direction of the wind.
Russia’s HIV crisis accelerates due to wartime strains
Russia’s HIV epidemic, already severe before the invasion of Ukraine, has worsened dramatically under the pressures of war, with health authorities now facing what may become one of the country’s gravest long-term demographic crises.
Hungary holds trilateral talks on construction of new oil pipeline to Serbia with Russia
Hungary and Serbia are moving ahead with plans to build a new cross-border oil pipeline that could transport up to 5mn tonnes per year of crude, as both countries deepen energy ties with Russia despite EU sanctions.
Serbia facilitated arms transit to Ukraine despite Russian warnings
Serbia continued to permit arms shipments destined for Ukraine to transit its territory even after receiving direct warnings from Moscow, according to a BIRN investigation.
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Brazil to join South Africa's genocide case against Israel at ICJ
Brazil is set to formally join South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, in a move likely to ratchet up international legal pressure on Tel Aviv over the Gaza conflict.