Serbia
Serbian president begins talks on forming a new government
The resignation of the prime minister and effective fall of the government followed months of anti-government protests after a deadly infrastructure collapse in Novi Sad late last year.
Serbia and Hungary move towards military alliance amid regional tensions
Move reflects increasing ties between Serbia and Hungary, which share a similar approach to international affairs and have resisted pressure from the European Union to sever their ties with Russia.
Serbia's growth hampered by political unrest in first quarter of 2025
Serbia’s economic growth is projected to slow to around 3% in the first quarter of 2025, as political unrest and ongoing protests continue to disrupt the country, according to a flash estimate cited by President Aleksandar Vucic.
Serbia advances key oil pipeline project with Hungary
The Serbian government has approved the construction of a critical oil pipeline connecting Serbia to Hungary, aiming to secure the country’s energy future amid the looming threat of US sanctions on its national oil company, NIS.
US postpones sanctions on Serbia's NIS for another 30 days
Negotiations have been ongoing between NIS representatives and US and Russian officials since the company was included in a broad package of US sanctions against Russia’s energy sector.
Albania and Montenegro could conclude EU accession talks by 2026-27, enlargement commissioner says
But Marta Kos warns "external forces" actively seeking to block certain countries from EU accession.
Ukraine and Balkans ravaged by wildfires in 2024
Wildfires ravaged large swathes of land across Ukraine and the Balkans, with Ukraine suffering the highest recorded damage of any country in the region, said the EU's European Forest Fire Information System.
Serbia faces international pressure over sonic weapon claims
Disturbing footage from a mass protest on March 15 shows the crowd abruptly scattering during a 15-minute moment of silence for the victims of the Novi Sad tragedy.
COMMENT: What impact will a raft of protests across the Emerging Markets have?
A spate of protests across several emerging markets is reigniting concerns over economic stability and long-term financial health. From Turkey to Indonesia, social unrest has flared up that threaten countries with weak fundamentals.
Serbian president meets EU leaders in Brussels as protests continue to grow
The talks are part of a broader diplomatic push to strengthen Serbia's ties with Western partners amidst mounting domestic unrest.
Who will be Serbia’s next prime minister?
Among the potential successors to Milos Vucevic are Finance Minister Sinisa Mali, former PM Ana Brnabic and Foreign Minister Marko Djuric.
Serbian opposition leader shot at in his apartment
Dr. Dragan Milic's Citizens' Group is a vocal opposition force against the ruling Serbian Progressive Party in Serbia's third city Nis.
Serbian deputy PM thanks Russian spy agencies for support during protests
Deputy Prime Minister Aleksandar Vulin is a staunch proponent of Serbia's close ties with Russia.
Serbian biotech Dren Bio sold to Sanofi for $1.9bn
Acquisition highlights the growing international recognition of innovations emerging from the Southeast Europe region.
Serbian president has dinner with Nato chief in Brussels
Meeting comes at a time of rising political tensions in the Balkans, particularly in Bosnia.
Russia's leading discount store Fix Price to move into Serbia
Russian discount retailer Fix Price is preparing to enter the Serbian market, with plans to open several stores by the end of 2025. This marks the company's second attempt to establish a presence in Europe.
Serbian government resigns
Serbian Prime Minister Milos Vucevic formally resigned on March 19, paving the way for a potential early election in June, as mass protests continue to challenge the government
Several EU countries back push to fund Prague-based RFE/RL in response to Trump axeing it
Member states want EU to fund Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty after US President Donald Trump issued an executive order aimed at dismantling the Agency for Global Media.
Albania, Croatia and Kosovo sign trilateral military alliance declaration
Declaration angers Serbia, where foreign ministry calls it a "provocation" and accuses signatories of undermining regional stability.
Serbian president sparks outrage with visit to Kocani fire victims
The president's ill-advised publicity stunt backfired spectacularly, with many accusing him of exploiting the tragedy for political gain.