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Slovenia Confirms Election Results, New Parliament to Convene This Friday

Slovenia has officially confirmed the results of its recent parliamentary elections, paving the way for the formation of a new legislative assembly, with the constitutive session of the National Assembly scheduled to

April 7, 2026

Slovenia

Aleksandar Vučić: I Will Schedule a Government Meeting Next Week; the Most Severe Crisis the World Has Ever Seen is Coming

President of Serbia, Aleksandar Vučić, announced that he will convene a government meeting next week, warning of what he described as “the most difficult crisis the world has ever seen.” Speaking to

April 7, 2026

Serbia

Key Iranian island attacked

According to the Iranian news agency Mehr, multiple strikes hit Iran’s Khark Island, a crucial hub for oil exports. The island serves as the main terminal for most of Iran’s energy exports.

April 7, 2026

Politics

UN seeks protection of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz

The UN Security Council is debating measures to protect navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, but China has opposed the use of force, complicating the adoption of a resolution. The Security Council

April 7, 2026

Politics

“I Would Win If I Ran For President of Venezuela, I Can Learn Spanish Quickly” Trump says

Donald Trump joked that he could run for president of Venezuela, claiming he polls better than any politician in the country. “People in Venezuela say that if I run for president, I

April 7, 2026

Politics

The United States has signed a contract with Colt for the production of rifles for Macedonia

The U.S. Department of Defense announced that it has awarded a contract to firearms manufacturer Colt Manufacturing, with a maximum value of $40.86 million (€35.4 million), for the production of M4/M4A1 rifles

April 7, 2026

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Trump Jr. Heads to Banja Luka Early, Signaling Renewed U.S. Business Interest in the Balkans

Donald Trump Jr., son of U.S. President Donald Trump, is expected to visit Banja Luka, possibly arriving earlier than initially planned on April 9. During his stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Trump

April 7, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Slovenian Government Weighs VAT Cut on Food as Cross-Border Shopping Rises

The Slovenian government is considering models to reduce value-added tax on basic food products as part of a broader response to the consequences of the energy crisis and mounting pressure over food

April 6, 2026

Slovenia

New Netflix Horror Series Climbs Top 10 Rankings, Featuring Croatian Actor and Drawing Strong Audience Attention

A new horror series on Netflix – Something Very Bad is Going to Happen has quickly risen to second place in the platform’s Top 10 rankings, receiving considerable attention from viewers and

April 6, 2026

Croatia

Luka Dončić Leaves the United States to Seek Urgent Treatment After Injury Setback

NBA star Luka Dončić has reportedly left the United States to undergo specialized medical treatment in Europe following a serious hamstring injury that has ruled him out of the remainder of the

April 6, 2026

Sport

Trump Escalates Pressure on Iran with Confusing Ultimatums

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued another ultimatum to Iran regarding the Ormuz Strait, adding to a series of conflicting statements that make his policy and intentions increasingly difficult to follow. Like

April 6, 2026

Politics

Croatia Faces Acute Labor Shortage as Demand for Workers Reaches Tens of Thousands, With Waiters and Chefs Most Sought After

Croatia is facing a significant labor shortage, with estimates indicating that around 95,000 workers are currently needed across various sectors, particularly in tourism, hospitality, and services, where demand continues to outpace the

April 6, 2026

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