Editorial Office, Author at First Balkan Media

FEWER FIRST-GRADERS TODAY, FEWER WORKERS TOMORROW:Macedonia’s Demographic Challenge Deepens

When the school bell rings on September 1, classrooms across Macedonia will welcome a new generation of first-graders. However, thousands of desks are expected to remain empty. Based on current enrollment figures,

August 6, 2026

Macedonia

Passengers Identified After Crash Involving Slovenian President’s Motorcade

Two women traveling with Slovenian President Nataša Pirc Musar during a recent traffic accident have been unofficially identified as her friends Urška Repovž and Viktorija Krivolutskaja, according to Slovenian media reports. The

August 6, 2026

Slovenia

Serbian President Welcomes Record 435 Young Athletes From Diaspora Camp

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić welcomed 435 young participants in the “Serbia Is Calling You 2026” camp at the Palace of Serbia in Belgrade, saying they demonstrate that affection for the country can

August 6, 2026

Serbia·Whats New

Environmental Disaster in Croatia: 37,000 Tons of Hazardous Waste Near Gospić Pose Serious Health Risk

Croatia’s anti-corruption office (USKOK) has released the full expert report on approximately 37,000 tons of hazardous waste illegally deposited near the town of Gospić, following strong public interest in the case. The

August 6, 2026

Croatia

Rubio and Miliband Discuss Ukraine War and Europe’s Security Role

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband discussed the importance of Europe taking a greater role in its own security during a meeting in Washington, the U.S.

August 6, 2026

Politics

US Plans Additional $242 Million to Fight Ebola in Africa

The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump plans to provide an additional $242 million to support efforts to combat the Ebola outbreak in Africa, the U.S. Department of State announced. The funding,

August 6, 2026

Whats New

Montenegro’s President Says Attendance at Croatia’s Operation Storm Anniversary Is Not Mandatory

Montenegro is not obligated to attend commemorations marking the anniversary of Croatia’s 1995 military-police operation known as Operation Storm, according to the office of President Jakov Milatović. The statement came as Montenegro’s

August 6, 2026

Croatia·Montenegro·Whats New

Montenegro Official Raises Concerns Over Solar Power Plant Near Ostrog Monastery

The mayor of Montenegro’s Danilovgrad municipality has raised concerns over plans to build a large solar power plant near Ostrog Monastery, warning that the project could affect one of the country’s most

August 6, 2026

Montenegro

U.S. Ambassador Nominee Says Montenegro Is Curbing Russian Influence

Montenegro is moving in the right direction in its fight against organized crime and corruption while also reducing Russian influence, according to Peter McCoy, the nominee to become the next U.S. ambassador

August 6, 2026

Montenegro·Uncategorized

Montenegro’s Young Water Polo Team Edges Germany for Third World Championship Win

Montenegro’s youth water polo team earned its third victory at the World Championship in Zagreb, defeating Germany 11-10 in a closely contested matchup Thursday. The Montenegrin squad delivered a strong performance throughout

August 6, 2026

Montenegro

Luka Modrić Explains Why He Chose to Stay at AC Milan: ‘I’m Here to Win’

Croatian national team captain Luka Modrić has opened up about his decision to remain with AC Milan for another season, saying his ambition extends far beyond simply continuing his playing career. The

August 6, 2026

Croatia

Bosnia and Herzegovina Builds 250 Kilometres of Motorways in 25 Years

Twenty-five years after work began on its motorway network, Bosnia and Herzegovina has built around 250 kilometres of motorways but still lacks a fully connected network and has yet to complete the

August 5, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina