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Trump Overrules Own Border Czar to Restore ICE Traffic Stops After Back to Back Fatal Shootings

President Donald Trump has ordered federal immigration agents to resume pulling over vehicles as an enforcement tactic, directly contradicting his own border czar and homeland security secretary who had suspended the practice

July 16, 2026

Politics

Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Government Weighs Overhaul of Migrant Reception Policy in Pivotal July Session

The Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina is convening on July 15 for a high stakes session that could reshape the country’s approach to migration management, human rights commemoration, judicial accountability,

July 15, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Croatia Braces for One of Its Most Severe Fire Seasons on Record as Flames Ravage the Adriatic Coast

Croatia’s top fire official has issued a stark warning that the nation is confronting one of its most destructive fire seasons in recent memory, with both the frequency and scale of blazes

July 15, 2026

Croatia

BiH Foreign Minister to Join Global Counterterrorism Summit in Washington

Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Elmedin Konaković, will travel to Washington on July 16 to participate in a high level international ministerial meeting on counterterrorism, held at the invitation of

July 15, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Montenegro Welcomes Tourists With Special Campaign at Dobrakovo Border Crossing

Tourists entering Montenegro through the Dobrakovo border crossing are receiving a warm welcome this summer as part of the “Connect With Montenegro” campaign, an initiative designed to create a positive first impression

July 15, 2026

Montenegro·Whats New

Serbia Plans to Begin Construction of First Nuclear Power Plant by 2035

Serbia is taking steps toward developing its first nuclear power facility, with government officials saying the country could begin construction of a nuclear power plant within the next decade. Energy Minister Dubravka

July 15, 2026

Politics·Serbia·Whats New

Plane Window Shatters During Flight From Greece to Germany, Passengers Rescue Injured Serbian Traveler

A dramatic incident unfolded aboard a flight from Thessaloniki, Greece, to Memmingen, Germany, after a plane window was damaged during the journey, causing a sudden loss of cabin pressure. The most seriously

July 15, 2026

Serbia·Whats New

Novak Djokovic Documentary “The Wolf in Winter” Trailer Released Ahead of Amazon Prime Premiere

A new documentary exploring the life and career of tennis superstar Novak Djokovic is set to premiere on Amazon Prime on August 20. Titled “Novak Djokovic: The Wolf in Winter,” the film

July 15, 2026

Serbia·Whats New

Kosovo Declares Serbian Minister Snežana Paunović Persona Non Grata Following Controversial Remarks

Kosovo has banned Serbian government minister Snežana Paunović from entering the country after comments she made about the 1998 conflict sparked strong criticism from Kosovo officials. Paunović, Serbia’s Minister of Public Administration

July 15, 2026

Politics·Serbia·Whats New

Novak Djokovic Steals the Spotlight at Tennis Center Opening in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Novak Djokovic turned the opening ceremony of the new Dodig Tennis Center in Međugorje into a memorable celebration, entertaining thousands of fans with his tennis skills, humor and unexpected musical performance. The

July 15, 2026

Serbia·Sport·Whats New

US Maintains Support for Antonio Zanardi Landi as Next High Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina

The United States continues to back Italian diplomat Antonio Zanardi Landi as its preferred candidate to become the next High Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina, according to the US Embassy in Sarajevo.

July 15, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Politics·Whats New

Dodik: “We are Christians here under pressure from Muslims in Bosnia and Herzegovina”

Bosnian Serb leader Milorad Dodik has voiced support for the creation of a separate Croatian electoral district in Bosnia and Herzegovina, saying the move would help protect the political rights of Croats

July 15, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Politics·Whats New