FBM Desk, Author at First Balkan Media

Trump Says Canada Wants Benefits of Being a U.S. State After Trade Talks Collapse

Tensions between the United States and Canada are escalating after trade negotiations between the two countries collapsed, with President Donald Trump once again suggesting that Canada would be better off becoming part

August 24, 2026

Whats New

Belgrade to Carry Out Mosquito Control Treatment Across Several Locations

Residents of Belgrade should expect mosquito control teams in several parts of the city as authorities continue efforts to reduce adult mosquito numbers during the summer. The public utility company Gradska čistoća

August 24, 2026

Serbia

Serbia Heads Toward October Elections as Opposition Faces a Major Test

Serbia is heading toward snap parliamentary elections, with President Aleksandar Vučić announcing that the vote will take place on either October 18 or October 25, 2026. The exact date is expected to

August 24, 2026

Serbia

Lakers Take Over Ljubljana as Dončić and Teammates Cruise Down the Ljubljanica

The Los Angeles Lakers gave Slovenian fans an unforgettable sight on Friday evening as Luka Dončić and his teammates took a boat ride along the Ljubljanica River in the heart of Ljubljana.

August 22, 2026

Slovenia

Montenegro to Return Fuel Excise Payments to Farmers for the First Time

Montenegro is introducing a new measure to support farmers by returning part of the excise tax they pay on fuel used for agricultural machinery. The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management

August 22, 2026

Montenegro

Two People Dead After Ultralight Plane Crashes on Croatia’s Velebit Mountain

A tragic aviation accident has claimed the lives of two people after an ultralight aircraft crashed on Croatia’s Velebit mountain in the Paklenica area. The aircraft disappeared from radar on Friday afternoon,

August 22, 2026

Croatia

Serbia Uses Drones to Catch Dangerous Drivers as Six Violations Are Detected

Serbian police are taking traffic control to the skies, using drones to detect dangerous driving violations on some of the country’s roads. During an intensified traffic control operation in Zaječar, police officers

August 22, 2026

Serbia

Extreme Heat Slows Trains in Macedonia to Just 50 km/h

Extreme summer temperatures are affecting railway travel in Macedonia, with trains temporarily forced to slow down to a maximum of 50 kilometers per hour during the hottest part of the day. According

August 22, 2026

Macedonia

Macedonia’s President Supports Athletes as Mediterranean Games Begin in Taranto

Macedonia is officially beginning its campaign at the 2026 Mediterranean Games in Taranto, Italy, with the country represented by its largest delegation ever at the event. A total of 130 people are

August 21, 2026

Macedonia

Traffic Chaos Hits Tivat Airport as Drivers Break Rules and Police Stay Away

Traffic chaos is causing major problems on the roads leading to Tivat Airport in Montenegro, with heavy congestion creating frustration for passengers, tourists and local residents during the busy summer season. Reports

August 21, 2026

Montenegro

Juventus Coaches Are Coming to Bosnia to Search for the Next Football Stars

Young football players in Bosnia and Herzegovina will soon have the opportunity to train under Juventus Academy coaches during a five day training camp in Sarajevo. The official Juventus Training Camp Bosnia

August 21, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Lakers Land in Slovenia as Luka Dončić Shows Teammates His Home Country

The Los Angeles Lakers have officially arrived in Slovenia, with the team sharing the first photos from their unusual preseason visit. The images show the players spending time together away from the

August 21, 2026

Slovenia