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Montenegro closer to EU Membership as Brussels Begins Drafting Accession Treaty

EU ambassadors have approved the formation of a working group to begin drafting Montenegro’s accession treaty, marking a significant milestone for the Balkan nation that has advanced furthest in the EU membership

April 23, 2026

Montenegro

Jet Fuel Prices Surge Faster Than Oil, Raising Pressure on Airfares

Air travel could become noticeably more expensive in the coming period as jet fuel prices rise at a much faster pace than crude oil, increasing pressure on airline operating costs and, ultimately,

April 23, 2026

Whats New

Israeli Strikes in Southern Lebanon Leave Five Dead, Including Local Journalist

At least five people were killed in a series of Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, according to Lebanese media and official reports, in an escalation that adds new tension to

April 23, 2026

Whats New

Trump Dismisses U.S. Navy Secretary

In a sudden shake-up at the top of the U.S. Navy, Secretary John Phelan is leaving office immediately, Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed. According to official White House sources, the decision followed

April 23, 2026

Politics

Trump Says Iran Conflict Has No Fixed End Date as Ceasefire Remains in Place

US President Donald Trump said the current confrontation with Iran does not have a defined timeline, signaling that Washington is not rushing either the military standoff or the diplomatic track. In an

April 23, 2026

Politics

Demolition of Serbian-Owned Garages in North Mitrovica Sparks Dispute Over Jurisdiction and Property Rights

The demolition of a series of Serbian-owned garages in North Mitrovica has triggered a wider dispute over legal authority, municipal jurisdiction and property rights, adding fresh tension to an already sensitive political

April 22, 2026

Serbia

Earth Day 2026: Why It Still Matters and How People Can Mark It in Meaningful Ways

Earth Day is being observed today as communities around the world reflect on the condition of the planet and the growing urgency of environmental protection. Marked every year on April 22, the

April 22, 2026

Whats New

Luka Dončić Receives Two NBA Honors as Scoring Leader and Western Conference Player of the Month

Slovenian basketball star Luka Dončić has received two NBA recognitions, further confirming his individual impact during the 2025/26 season. According to the reports, Dončić was awarded the trophy for the league’s top

April 22, 2026

Slovenia·Sport

Montenegro’s €2.6 Million Independence Day Celebration Triggers Debate Over Costs, Planning and Transparency

Montenegro is preparing to mark two decades since the restoration of its independence with a large-scale state celebration, but the event has already become the subject of political and public debate. The

April 22, 2026

Montenegro

Lufthansa Group to Cut 20,000 Flights as Fuel Costs Climb and Supply Risks Grow

Lufthansa Group plans to cancel around 20,000 short-haul flights through October as airlines across Europe respond to a sharp rise in fuel costs and growing concern over supply disruptions linked to the

April 22, 2026

Whats New

Report Says Unauthorized Users Accessed Anthropic’s Restricted Mythos AI Model

Anthropic is reviewing reports that unauthorized users may have gained access to Mythos, a newly developed artificial intelligence model that the company has kept out of public release because of its potential

April 22, 2026

Whats New

Average Net Salary in Slovenia Reaches €1,642, Reflecting Steady Growth

The average net monthly salary in Slovenia has reached approximately €1,642, highlighting continued wage growth and relative economic stability in the country. The figure positions Slovenia among the better-performing economies in Central

April 22, 2026

Slovenia