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China is building inside Europe's trade walls, deepening its grip on critical industries
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What is NATO’s Article 5, the clause that could pull 32 countries into one war?
An attack on one NATO member could bring 31 other countries into its defence. That is the central promise of Article 5, the collective defence clause of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO). The provision has become increasingly important as tensions between Russia and Western countries grow.
From France to Albania, social unrest is setting Europe's streets ablaze
Across Europe, a wave of protests is sweeping through as citizens express their frustration over escalating living expenses and inadequate public services, particularly in education. France sees students rallying for enhanced educational facilities, while cities in Spain erupt in housing protests. Italy witnesses heated demonstrations over wage increases and healthcare issues. In Albania, the youth are clashing with authorities in anti-corruption protests.
‘I see Nikos every… He loves me. Honey, I spent Christmas with him’: Kimberly Guilfoyle ties with Greek tycoon, $100,000 donor claim, luxury trips may force Trump to fire her as Greece Ambassador
Amid swirling allegations of misconduct, Kimberly Guilfoyle's role as the US ambassador to Greece hangs in the balance. Sources suggest that President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are weighing her dismissal as new revelations emerge. Guilfoyle reportedly sought financial help from a Trump benefactor while audio recordings indicate her ties with Greek businessmen regarding energy projects, prompting a careful review by senior officials.
Envoys of six nations including Finland, EU present credentials to President Murmu
Jean-Eric Paquet, the new European Union Ambassador to India, presented his Letters of Credence to President Droupadi Murmu. The ceremony marks a significant step in the evolving EU-India strategic partnership, focusing on trade and security. Key initiatives include negotiations on a Free Trade Agreement and a Security and Defence Partnership. Both sides aim to enhance cooperation in technology, investment, and sustainable development.
Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaçi sentenced to 25 years for war crimes in The Hague
Former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci received a 25-year prison sentence for war crimes. He was found guilty of murder and torture during the 1990s conflict. Thaci and other KLA commanders denied all charges leveled against them. Thousands rallied in Pristina supporting the convicted former KLA leaders. The conflict ended after NATO airstrikes and displaced many ethnic Albanians.
Luxury hotel in Montenegro was once a WWII concentration camp with gasoline barrels as toilets. Now turned into a 32-room resort with swimming pools, spa, and gym
An expensive hotel in Montenegro that is meant to attract high-value guests and patrons and has established itself as a stronghold of luxury and fashion was once a place marked by human suffering and death – it was a concentration camp. A place that had once seen prisoners facing brutal deaths in World War II is now the ultimate seaside getaway.
Trump's third term possible? Chinese-Canadian professor Jiang Xueqin’s startling predictions for America’s next 30 years, including a civil war, balkanization and a ‘Christian AI theocracy’
Professor Jiang Xueqin predicts that Donald Trump may secure a third presidential term in the U.S. He warns of possible civil unrest and the disintegration of the nation into smaller factions. Furthermore, he asserts that Austin, Texas, will rise as a significant new hub, redirecting power from the coasts to the heartland, thus indicating a dramatic change in the global landscape.
Albania can be trustworthy strategic partner for India in the Balkan region: Economy minister
Albania seeks to become a strategic partner for India in the Balkan region, highlighting opportunities in business, culture, and tourism. Minister Blendi Gonxhja emphasizes Albania's potential as a gateway to Europe for Indian businesses and calls for stronger bilateral ties and increased collaboration.
Who is 'Pirate of the Unknown'? How did he run drug trafficking syndicate and how was he nabbed? The Inside Story
The Italian authorities arrested Balkan druglord Milos Radonjic, dubbed 'Pirate of the Unknown' in October 2023 after he entered the country to compete in an international yacht-racing competition in which he captained a vessel. Know how he was extradited to the US to face drug trafficking charges.
Has the end of Earth already begun? Who was Baba Venga, who predicted Vladimir Putin's assassination?
Born in 1911, Baba Venga was said to be blinded after being sucked up into a tornado. Most of her predictions can not be proved as they were not written or recorded. Despite this, some claim that the Nostradamus of the Balkans predicted a nuclear plant disaster and lab-grown humans in 2023.
Serbia toughens visa rules as migration prompts EU pressure
Serbia's visa-free travel policy with countries such as India, Cuba, Tunisia and Burundi has made Belgrade Airport an alternative entry point for migrants from these countries, who then proceed north and west to the EU.
Kosovo seeks Biden's help in joining NATO
While the world's eyes are focused on the devastating war in Ukraine, Kosovo's president Osmani said that "we must not lose sight of the fragile situation we face in the Balkans."
With all eyes on Ukraine, Putin to send his envoy to Balkans
Serbia's pro-government media said Monday Nikolai Patrushev, the powerful secretary of the Kremlin's Security Council, is due to arrive in Belgrade in the coming days for talks with Serbia President Aleksandar Vucic. Moscow hasn't made an announcement about Patrushev's trip.
Secrecy shrouds Afghan refugees sent by US to base in Kosovo
The Biden administration says it's too soon to answer some of these questions, at least publicly, as it works feverishly to resettle the Afghans who were evacuated following the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan in August.
Balkan magic: Travelling through the towns of Budva & Kotor is like stepping into a bygone era
Kotor, is a small Balkan nation nestled between Croatia, Serbia and Albania.
Bosnia is this world cup's feel-good story
In fact, some have even referred to them as the 'Brazil of the Balkans'.
Macedonia government and Sahara India organize 'Peace Festival' in Skopje
The Republic of Macedonia government and Sahara India Pariwar, organised the first ever ‘Sahara Balkan Peace Festival’ in Skopje, Macedonia.
Crisis in Europe echoes split in Balkan states
At both European level and in three country cases, northerners are fed up with subsidising, as they see it, lazy and spendthrift southerners.
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