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Albanian Democratic Party Proposes Electoral Reform Amid Growing Calls for Change
TIRANA - Lulzim Basha, Chairman of the Democratic Party in Albania, has unveiled a comprehensive electoral reform package, signaling a potential shift towards a new constitution for the Balkan nation. This move comes as Albania seeks to modernize its political landscape and address longstanding issues, particularly the voting rights of its vast diaspora. As reported by best-selling Albanian daily Gazeta...
Argentina Grants Visa-Free Entry to Bosnia and Herzegovina Citizens
NEW YORK - On September 19, 2023, during the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly, representatives from Argentina and Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) convened to discuss the burgeoning relationship between the two nations. Santiago Cafiero, Argentina's head of diplomacy, and Elmedin Konaković, BiH's Foreign Affairs Minister, met on the sidelines of the assembly to deliberate on their...
Kosovo Veterans Protest EULEX Actions, Demand Respect for Families of Fallen
PRISTINA — Tensions flared outside the European Union Rule of Law Mission (EULEX) headquarters in Fushë-Kosovo on September 15, as veterans of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) staged a protest against recent raids and confiscations by the Specialized Prosecutor's Office. The protesters, representing the Organization of Veterans of the KLA, expressed their discontent by throwing dozens of phones into...
Kosovo’s Crackdown on Illegal Construction: Over 60 Building Sites Halted
MITROVICA - In a significant move against unauthorized constructions, the Municipality of Mitrovica in Kosovo has halted the construction of over 60 buildings, both high-rise and low-rise, in the past two years due to the absence of proper permits. This makes Mitrovica the leading municipality in the country in terms of curbing illegal construction. According to Kosovo's leading daily newspaper...
North Macedonia Expels Russian Diplomats Amidst Tensions Over Ukraine
SKOPJE- In a move reflecting the broader geopolitical tensions in the region, North Macedonia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the expulsion of three Russian diplomats in September. North Macedonian news agency MakFax reports that the decision came after allegations of activities violating the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. Following Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014 and subsequent invasion of Ukraine...
Hungary Bans Import of 24 Ukrainian Products Amid EU Trade Tensions
BUDAPEST - In a move signaling growing trade tensions within the European Union, Hungary announced a ban on the import of 24 Ukrainian products, including wheat, various meats, and vegetables, effective from September 16. The decision, published in Friday's Magyar Közlöny and reported by Hungarian news website Blikk.hu, comes as a direct response to the EU's recent decision to lift...
Serbian Opposition Challenges National Broadcaster’s Impartiality
BELGRADE - Political tensions rise in Serbia as 15 opposition parties challenge the national broadcaster, Radio Television Serbia (RTS), accusing it of biased reporting and demanding more objective and impartial coverage. The opposition has given RTS a 30-day ultimatum to address their concerns, hinting at potential protests if their demands go unheeded. According to Serbian daily Danas, the RTS board...
Croatian Minister Grlić-Radman Acknowledges Oversight in Financial Disclosure
ZAGREB - Gordan Grlić-Radman, Croatia's Minister of Foreign and European Affairs, publicly addressed an oversight in his financial disclosure, admitting to an omission in his "property card" — a mandatory public financial disclosure for Croatian officials. According to Jutarnji.hr, the oversight was brought to light by Croatian Index news website, revealing that Grlić-Radman failed to report an annual profit amounting...
Austria Resists EU Call to Include Bulgaria and Romania in Schengen Zone
Austria remains steadfast in its refusal to allow Bulgaria and Romania into the Schengen visa-free zone, despite a recent public appeal from Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission. Bulgarian Novinite - Sofia News Agency calls the move a "middle finger" from Austria in a recent news article, saying there was no more point in expanding the Schengen...
Albanian PM Rama Touts Nation’s Progressive Minority Legislation
TIRANA - Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama proudly emphasized Albania's commitment to minority rights during the "Population and Housing Census 2023" conference held in Tirana. According to state-owned Albanian Telegraphic Agency (ATA), the PM asserted that Albania boasts the most advanced European legislation concerning minority rights. Rama expressed his pride in Albania's achievements, noting, "I am proud of the way...
