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Serbian opposition leader arrested during blockade of historic Belgrade bridge
Pressure on the Serbian government has been mounting since the Novi Sad railway station disaster claimed 15 lives.
Romgaz lists €500mn bond on Bucharest Stock Exchange
Bond issue is part of Romgaz’s strategy to raise €1.5bn for projects including the Neptun Deep offshore gas field.
Finland’s Terveystalo reportedly eyeing €1bn acquisition of Romania’s Regina Maria
Romania's private healthcare market has garnered increasing attention from international investors.
Protestors block Serbian courthouse over deadly roof collapse
The roof collapse at Novi Sad railway station on November 1 claimed 15 lives, with critics blaming systemic corruption and poorly executed renovations.
Moldova’s government replaces three ministers in cosmetic reshuffle
Reshuffle promised by President Maia Sandu to tackle public discontent with pro-EU administration falls short of expectations.
Candidate quits Romanian presidential race in last minute attempt to unify centre-right
Ludovic Orban’s decision to step aside likely too late to prevent division of centre-right vote among multiple candidates, benefitting far-right politician George Simion.
Watchdog warns Western Balkan banks are conduits for money laundering
Criminal networks are exploiting banks and other financial institutions across the Western Balkans to move illicit money across borders, says a report by the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.
Moldova calls out new Russian ambassador for propaganda
Foreign ministry denies envoy’s claim Moldova is economically dependent on Russia, pointing out that over 65% of exports now go to the EU.
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Croatian health minister sacked after arrest in corruption probe
EPPO says Vili Beros was involved in scheme to secure lucrative contracts for medical robotic devices at inflated prices.
Montenegro probes suspected plot to assassinate President Milatovic
Security stepped up after secret service reveals plot allegedly organised by an ex-army officer from an unnamed neighbouring country.
Russian consulate that was closed for espionage continues to work secretly in Bulgaria's Varna
Consulate revealed to still be working secretly at the premises of the pro-Russian Bulgarian Socialist Party.
Erdogan says Turkey and Elon Musk could work together on tech
Turkish president hopes to capitalise on his relationship with rising star of the second Trump administration.
PPF mulling bid for United Group's telecom assets in Southeastern Europe
United Group’s telecoms assets in southeastern Europe have been put up for a potential sale.
Russia, Turkey and Iran condemn Israel's actions in Syria
Russia, Turkey and Iran have adopted a joint statement on Syria at the Astana format meeting, condemning Israeli military actions in Gaza, Lebanon and the West Bank.
Elon Musk wants Italian judges who blocked migrant deal with Albania sacked
After supporting Trump’s re-election campaign, world’s richest man weighs in on debate over controversial deal to host migrants in Albania.
Moldovan minister of infrastructure resigns ahead of reshuffle
Close ally of President Maia Sandu steps down as president prepares to reshuffle cabinet after narrow election victory.
Turkey to push Trump for new opportunity to attack US-allied Kurds in Syria
During first Trump presidency American military was controversially told to stand aside. Ankara hopes for a repeat as second White House term begins.
Serbs protest in Belgrade over fatal train station collapse
Protest reflected growing public outrage over the country’s poor infrastructure and the government’s handling of recent construction projects.
Saudi EV maker Ceer signs Rimac deal for electric drive systems
Saudi Arabia's first electric vehicle manufacturer Ceer has partnered with Croatia's Rimac Technology to supply high-performance electric drive systems for its flagship EV range, on November 11.
Serbian President Vucic optimistic on relations with Trump-led US after first phone call
"Very cordial" phone conversation signals a potential shift in regional dynamics as Trump prepares to take office.