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New Euro Payment Fees to Take Effect in Serbia from May 5

Banks in Serbia will introduce updated fees for euro-denominated payments starting May 5, in a change that will affect both private clients and companies using euro transactions. The revised tariffs are expected

April 29, 2026

Serbia

Serbia and Israel Move to Speed Up Defence Cooperation Under New Security Agreement

Serbia and Israel have signed a new defence-sector security agreement that could accelerate future arms procurement and deepen military cooperation between the two countries. The agreement, signed by the Serbian and Israeli

April 29, 2026

Serbia

Government Holds Off on Diesel Excise Cut as Fuel Price Talks Continue

Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski said the Government has no immediate plans to reduce the excise duty on diesel, stressing that current efforts are focused on discussions with OKTA over a possible extension

April 29, 2026

Macedonia

Nestlé Marks 20 Years in Bosnia and Herzegovina with Focus on Community and Sustainable Growth

Nestlé has marked two decades of operations in Bosnia and Herzegovina, highlighting not only its business growth but also its long-term commitment to the local community. The anniversary event was held at

April 29, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Opposition Parties in Republika Srpska Could Unite Behind Joint Candidates for 2026 Elections

The opposition bloc in Republika Srpska could enter the next general elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina with a coordinated strategy, after SDS leader Branko Blanuša sent party leaders a draft agreement proposing

April 29, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Secret Service Under Pressure After Security Breach at White House Correspondents’ Dinner

The Secret Service is facing renewed questions about staffing, planning and protective operations after a gunman attempted to breach security at the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner in Washington. Publicly, President Donald

April 29, 2026

Whats New

Merz Says Relations With Trump Remain Stable Despite Differences Over Iran War

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said his relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump remains “good and unchanged,” even as Berlin continues to voice concern over the prolonged conflict involving Iran and its

April 29, 2026

Politics

Mass Grave Discovered in Croatia’s Golubinka Cave

Croatian investigation teams have uncovered a new mass grave inside Golubinka Cave, located on Sopaњ Hill in the municipality of Tisno, in Šibenik-Knin County. The site contains human remains believed to belong

April 29, 2026

Croatia

Croatia Plans Language Test Requirement for Foreign Workers Renewing Permits

Croatia is preparing to introduce another requirement for foreign workers, as part of wider changes to its rules on labour migration. Under proposed amendments to the Law on Foreigners, workers who want

April 29, 2026

Croatia

Swiss President’s Visit Marks New Chapter in Macedonia–Switzerland Relations

Macedonia welcomed Swiss President Guy Parmelin on an official visit marked by the highest state and military honors, in what officials described as a historic moment in relations between the two countries.

April 29, 2026

Macedonia

Trump Extends Iran Blockade as Washington Avoids New Airstrikes

U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly instructed his advisers to prepare for a prolonged blockade of Iran, as Washington seeks to increase pressure on Tehran without immediately expanding military action. According to

April 29, 2026

Politics

White House Confirms Limited Passport Design Featuring Trump for America’s 250th Anniversary

The United States will issue a limited run of commemorative passports featuring a portrait of President Donald Trump, the White House has confirmed, as part of the country’s celebrations marking 250 years

April 29, 2026

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