Editorial Office, Author at First Balkan Media

Russian Gymnasts Denied Croatian Visas Before European Championships

Nine members of Russia’s gymnastics delegation have been denied Croatian visas ahead of the European Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Zagreb, including Olympic champions Angelina Melnikova and Viktoria Listunova. The competition begins Thursday

August 10, 2026

Croatia

6 Unusual Museums in Croatia Worth Visiting

The most unusual museums in Croatia prove that cultural attractions do not have to consist of dusty artifacts displayed behind glass. Across the country, visitors can explore emotional stories, humorous memories, prehistoric

August 10, 2026

Croatia

Croatia Electronic Toll System to Replace Highway Toll Booths in 2027

Croatia’s electronic toll system is expected to begin operating on March 1, 2027, bringing major changes for domestic drivers and motorists arriving from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Traditional toll booths will disappear, meaning

August 10, 2026

Croatia

European Commission Reports Progress in Serbia’s Plant-Based Food Safety Controls

Serbia has significantly improved its safety-control system for foods of plant origin, with oversight of primary agricultural production now meeting European Union standards, according to a draft European Commission report. The findings

August 10, 2026

Serbia

Air Serbia Delays Catania Flights Amid Volcanic Ash Disruption

Air Serbia has temporarily postponed two flights between Belgrade and Catania following the closure of the airport in the Sicilian city. The schedule change affects flight JU438 from Belgrade to Catania and

August 10, 2026

Serbia

BiH Armed Forces Helicopter Battles Wildfire Near Konjic

A helicopter from the 2nd Helicopter Squadron of the Armed Forces of Bosnia and Herzegovina has been battling a wildfire in the Konjic municipality since the afternoon of August 6. The operation

August 7, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Sarajevo Film Festival Unveils Star Studded Masterclasses Lineup

The 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival has announced its masterclasses program, bringing together some of the most celebrated filmmakers and actors in international cinema for a series of free public sessions. The Sarajevo

August 7, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Pljevlja Hospital Introduces Laser Lithotripsy for First Time

Pljevlja General Hospital is set to perform its first laser lithotripsy procedure on Friday, marking an important step in the modernization of healthcare services in northern Montenegro. The introduction of the minimally

August 7, 2026

Montenegro

Vucic Predicts Victory Despite Student Opposition Lead

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has expressed confidence that his ruling coalition will win the next parliamentary elections, predicting victory not only nationwide but also in key cities including Belgrade and Novi Sad.

August 7, 2026

Serbia

Serbian Hacker Arrested in Zagreb as Spy Agency Links Investigated

Croatian authorities have arrested a 33 year old Serbian citizen in Zagreb on suspicion of carrying out sophisticated cyberattacks against the computer systems of multiple Croatian state institutions. Investigators are also examining

August 7, 2026

Croatia·Serbia

Zelensky to Make Historic First Visit to Serbia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is scheduled to arrive in Belgrade on Saturday, August 8, for his first official visit to Serbia. The trip has been planned for some time but repeatedly delayed,

August 7, 2026

Serbia

Macedonia’s Ombudsman Opens Case on Gostivar Water Crisis

Macedonia’s Ombudsman has opened a case on his own initiative to investigate how the drinking water supply in the western town of Gostivar became contaminated, triggering a public health crisis that has

August 7, 2026

Macedonia