Editorial Office, Author at First Balkan Media

Trump Slaps 100% Tariffs on Drone Imports, Citing National Security and Foreign Dependence

President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping proclamation imposing emergency tariffs on imported drones and their components, declaring that the United States is “too reliant” on foreign sources for unmanned aircraft systems

August 14, 2026

Politics

Trump’s Naval Overhaul: Steam Catapults Return, Foreign Shipyards Approved, Fifth Public Yard Planned

President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping national security memorandum that upends two decades of Navy shipbuilding policy, ordering a return to steam powered catapults on future aircraft carriers and allowing foreign

August 14, 2026

Politics

Russell Westbrook Calls It a Career: NBA’s Triple-Double King Retires After 18 Seasons

Russell Westbrook, the NBA’s all time leader in triple doubles and the 2017 Most Valuable Player, has announced his retirement after an 18 year career that spanned seven franchises and reshaped expectations

August 13, 2026

Sport

Karlovac Beer Days 2026: Croatia’s Longest Running Beer Festival Returns

One of Croatia’s best known summer traditions is set to draw tens of thousands of visitors to the city on four rivers as the 39th Karlovac Beer Days opens from August 28

August 13, 2026

Croatia

The Prodigy to Bring Their Sonic Revolution to Sarajevo’s Grbavica Stadium

Sarajevo is counting down the final hours before one of the biggest concerts in its modern history, as British electronic pioneers The Prodigy prepare to take the stage at Grbavica Stadium on

August 13, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Croatia Vows to Keep Fighting for Croat Equality in Bosnia

Croatian Foreign Minister Gordan Grlić Radman has reaffirmed Zagreb’s commitment to securing political equality for Croats in Bosnia and Herzegovina, saying his government will continue advocating for electoral reform and constitutional changes

August 13, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Croatia

FBiH Pushes Landmark Capital Market Overhaul to Align with EU Standards and Regulate Crypto

The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina is preparing a sweeping overhaul of its financial rulebook, with draft laws on the capital market and virtual assets now under public consultation alongside amendments to

August 13, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

EU Report: Montenegro Advances on Rights Reforms, but Vulnerable Groups Remain at Risk

The European Union’s annual report on human rights and democracy worldwide delivers a mixed assessment of Montenegro, recognizing legislative progress while warning that vulnerable groups continue to face discrimination, hate speech and

August 13, 2026

Montenegro

Croatia Battles Dual Infernos as Fires Threaten Homes on Brač and Near Škrljevo

Croatian emergency services are confronting two major wildfires that broke out in the early hours of August 13, 2026, threatening populated areas near Škrljevo in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County and above Pučišća on

August 13, 2026

Croatia

More Croatians Are Skipping Summer Holidays as Financial Pressure Grows

More Croatians are expected to stay home this summer as financial pressures continue to influence household spending. A new survey found that 32% of respondents do not plan to take a summer

August 13, 2026

Croatia

Macedonia Declares 45 Day Health Surveillance After Gostivar Water Crisis

Macedonia’s Ministry of Health has ordered 45 days of intensified nationwide health surveillance following the Gostivar water contamination crisis, which has sickened more than 3,100 people. The directive requires public and private

August 13, 2026

Macedonia

Macedonia Jumps 29 Spots to 30th in Global Cybersecurity Index

Macedonia has made a dramatic leap in global cybersecurity rankings, climbing 29 positions to 30th place out of 155 ranked countries and territories in the latest edition of the National Cyber Security

August 13, 2026

Macedonia