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US Judge Blocks Trump’s $100,000 Visa Fee, Calls Measure Unlawful

A federal judge in the United States has struck down the controversial $100,000 fee introduced by President Donald Trump’s administration for certain H-1B visa applications, ruling that the measure was unlawful and

June 9, 2026

Politics

Italy opens investigation into Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir over treatment of Gaza flotilla activists

Italian prosecutors have opened an investigation into Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir over the treatment of activists who took part in last month’s Gaza flotilla. According to a judicial source cited

June 9, 2026

Politics·Whats New

Federer Set for Emotional Return to the US Open

Tennis fans will once again have the opportunity to see Roger Federer on the court, as the Swiss legend is set to return to the US Open for a special exhibition event

June 9, 2026

Sport

Modrić Draws Level with Messi on International Appearance Milestone

Croatian captain Luka Modrić has reached another remarkable milestone in his extraordinary career, drawing level with Lionel Messi in the number of international appearances for their respective national teams. With his latest

June 9, 2026

Croatia·Sport

Siljanovska-Davkova to meet Yotova in Sofia as new attempt to ease Macedonia–Bulgaria dispute

Meeting announced in Sofia President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova is expected to visit Sofia on Wednesday afternoon for a meeting with Bulgarian President Iliana Yotova. The meeting was announced as taking place on the

June 9, 2026

Macedonia

Pero Antić’s heartfelt gesture honors late musician Pancho as he escorts his son to graduation celebration

One of the most emotional moments in Macedonia in recent days came during the graduation celebration of Andreja, the son of the late musician Pancho, who lost his life following the tragic

June 9, 2026

Macedonia

Montenegro Set to Close Two More EU Negotiation Chapters as Accession Process Accelerates

Montenegro is expected to take another significant step on its path toward European Union membership by provisionally closing two additional negotiation chapters, further strengthening its position as the most advanced EU candidate

June 9, 2026

Montenegro

Macedonian National Theatre Brings Acclaimed Production “12” to Dubrovnik

The Macedonian National Theatre continues its regional tour with a guest performance in Dubrovnik, where it will present one of the most successful productions from its current repertoire, “12”. The performance is

June 5, 2026

Croatia·Macedonia

Xi Jinping to visit North Korea for first time in nearly seven years as Kim Jong Un unveils new nuclear-production facility

Chinese President Xi Jinping will travel to Pyongyang for a two-day state visit on June 8 and 9, in what will be his first visit to North Korea in almost seven years.

June 5, 2026

Politics

Real Madrid Reportedly Ready to Offer €150 Million for PSG’s Rising Star

Real Madrid is reportedly preparing a blockbuster move for one of Paris Saint-Germain’s brightest young talents, João Neves, with reports suggesting the Spanish giants are willing to put forward an offer worth

June 5, 2026

Sport

Germany suffers diplomatic setback after failing to win UN Security Council seat

Germany suffered a significant diplomatic defeat in New York after failing to secure a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council. In the vote at the UN General Assembly, Germany received

June 5, 2026

Politics·Whats New

No Consensus Reached on New High Representative, Schmidt to Remain in Bosnia Until End of June

Efforts to appoint a new High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina have been delayed after international stakeholders failed to reach an agreement on a successor to Christian Schmidt, extending his mandate until

June 5, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina