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Stalemate in Kosovo's parliament as MPs again fail to elect speaker
The ruling Vetevendosje movement won the most seats in the February general election but fell short of an outright majority.
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Russia accuses EU of “Euronazism” over victory day threats to Serbia
Russia has sharply criticised the European Union after reports emerged that Brussels could block Serbia’s accession bid if its president attends a military parade in Moscow commemorating the defeat of Nazi Germany.
Sanctioned Balkan politicians step up lobbying of Trump administration
After the US dropped sanctions on Hungary’s Antal Rogan, politicians from Albania, Bosnia and Bulgaria want similar decisions in their favour.
Serbia installs political newcomer as PM amid protests
Medical professor Djuro Macut will head a largely unchanged cabinet in a move aimed at defusing months of anti-government protests triggered by a fatal infrastructure collapse.
Serbian students continue blockade of state broadcaster RTS
A student-led blockade of Serbia’s national broadcaster RTS entered its third day on April 16, as demonstrators continued to decry biased reporting and state media complicity in a deepening political crisis.
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Turkey’s opposition aims for 30mn signatures calling for Imamoglu release and early elections
Figure is higher than number of votes ruler Erdogan received in last election. But CHP risks reliance on gimmicks with no meaningful impact on regime.
Serbian students arrive in Strasbourg to urge EU action on protests
Students made a 13-day, 1,400-kilometre bicycle journey from Novi Sad to Strasbourg, called on European institutions to break their silence over months of anti-government protests in Serbia.
Bosnia risks air traffic shutdown over unpaid debt
The bank accounts of Bosnia's air navigation body have been frozen and its four airports face closure if a debt to Slovenian company Viadukt remains unpaid.
New study reveals extent of Russian disinformation targeting Emerging Europe
'Pravda network' targeting regions of geopolitical interest for the Kremlin with negative impact on democracy and regional stability.
EBRD seeks to sell Moldova's strategic Giurgiulesti port amid legal dispute
The sale of Moldova’s main sea-to-river port will not be straightforward as many conflicting interests are at stake.
Serbian PM-designate unveils new cabinet
Djuro Macut has proposed a 30-member cabinet with many old faces after student protests forced the resignation of his predecessor.
Hungary's Viktor Orban discusses energy issues with Erdogan in Ankara
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for bilateral talks in Antalya, which focused on energy issues and developing bilateral economic, military and defence cooperation.
Thousands rally against corruption in Bulgaria
Protesters say 'mafia' has taken over Bulgarian government, judiciary, media and other institutions.
Croatia faces labour market squeeze ahead of summer tourist season
Labour shortages have become a defining feature of Croatia’s post-pandemic economy, reflecting long-term demographic challenges facing one of Europe’s top tourist destination.
Deadlock in Kosovo as opposition rejects parliament speaker candidate
PM Albin Kurti's Vetevendosje remains short of the majority needed to elect a speaker and form a government.
Fitch confident Bulgaria heading for euro adoption
Rating agency says Eurozone entry to boost government stability after series of unstable coalitions that stalled reform progress.
Erdogan opponent Imamoglu attends first court hearing, held in Silivri prison
Case concerns alleged insult he directed at Istanbul's chief prosecutor.
UPDATE: Hungary blocks EU sanctions on Serbia's deputy PM
Vulin claims Hungary and Slovakia have blocked EU sanctions on him after he made a series of controversial remarks in the European Parliament earlier this week.
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Gasoline prices in Turkey down 1% as Trump’s tariffs hit oil prices
Despite annual decline, gasoline price in Turkey still compares a few times higher than the seven liras seen in 2021.
Turkey’s main opposition chair calls UK PM Starmer ‘loser’ in Guardian interview
Turkey’s main opposition Republican People’s Party chair Ozgur Ozel has hit out at the UK’s PM and Labour Party chair, Sir Keir Starmer, for keeping mum amid attacks on its sister party.