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Serbs hold mass protest in Kragujevac on Statehood Day
Tens of thousands of protesters gathered in Kragujevac, central Serbia, as anti-corruption demonstrations show no signs of abating.
Business attacks Erdogan
Tusiad association, known in recent years for keeping its head down, launches into stinging state-of-the-nation criticisms of Turkey's government at AGM.
Trump Gaza plan backed by “murderer” Netanyahu “major threat to world peace”, says Erdogan
On visit to Pakistan, Turkish leader asserts: “The homeland for which the Palestinians have sacrificed tens of thousands of their children is not up for bargaining.”
EU breaks silence on Serbia protests
The EU’s previous silence on the protests drew criticism, with some accusing Brussels of putting economic interests, specifically its lithium deal with the Serbian government, above human rights and democratic issues.
Serbia accused of interfering in Kosovo's general election
Head of the EU Election Observation Mission claims Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic and other Belgrade officials put pressure on voters in Kosovo.
Russian gas supplies to Europe via TurkStream hit new all-time high in January
Russian gas supplies to Europe via the TurkStream gas pipeline set a new record last week, according to data from the European Network of Gas Transmission System Operators.
Influential Tirana mayor arrested on suspicion of corruption and money laundering
Erion Veliaj is a senior figure in the ruling Socialist Party and mayor of the Albanian capital since 2015.
Turkmenistan to ship gas to Turkey under long-awaited deal
Initial volumes via arrangement with Iran will be modest, but the potential for sizeable flows is there. A Turkish hub could eventually transship deliveries to Europe.
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Student protests spread across the Balkans
Student protests have broken out in Bosnia and Slovenia, with demonstrators rallying in support of protests in Serbia as well as on local issues.
Romania’s President Iohannis resigns
Klaus Iohannis quits ahead of parliament vote on his suspension saying he doesn't want Romania to become a "laughing stock".
Ruling Vetevendosje wins Kosovo election but falls short of majority
Combined seats for Kosovo's main opposition parties set to outnumber those for PM Albin Kurti's Vetevendosje in the next parliament.
Serbia’s bid for investment grade status delayed amid political instability
Serbia received its first investment-grade credit rating from Standard & Poor’s last October, but recent political instability has stymied further upgrades by other major rating agencies.
London to name Karen Pierce special envoy to the Western Balkans
Former British ambassador in Washington appointed as UK seeks to deepen its engagement with the Western Balkans, a region of growing geopolitical interest.
Four candidates compete for Kosovo’s premiership in February 9 election
Kosovo's incumbent Prime Minister Albin Kurti is fighting off challenges from three main rivals.
Erste warns Romania needs further fiscal correction but downgrade risk remains low
Downgrade to junk only likely if Romania fails to show credible fiscal consolidation plans, says new Erste report.
Serbian pensioners rally in Belgrade to support student protests
Hundreds of pensioners turn out with banners saying "baby boomers are with you" as ongoing unrest tests the resolve of the Serbian government.
EU helps Moldova overcome energy crisis with €310mn financial package
New package announced after Russian Gazprom’s decision to stop gas exports to Moldova sparked an energy crisis.
Turkey could set up airbases in Syria’s desert, brief Damascus sources
Speculation over Ankara’s intentions mounts as interim Syrian president al-Sharaa meets Turkish leader Erdogan.
Serbia requests delay of sanctions on oil company NIS
Serbia has formally requested the US to delay sanctions on its Russian-owned oil company, Naftna Industrija Srbije, for a minimum of 90 days, citing concerns over the company’s critical role in regional energy stability.
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Pop icon Madonna voices support for student protests in Serbia
Madonna urged her 19.8mn Instagram followers to spread awareness of the situation in Serbia.