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Adria Region Splits on Gaza Response

As the Gaza conflict continues to dominate global headlines, countries of the Adria region have taken notably...

Europe Rallies Behind Moldova’s Western Path

In a powerful show of symbolic and strategic support, French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk arrived in Chișinău on 27 August to...

Olive Oil, Shared Soil

Top olive oil producers from Croatia, Slovenia, Montenegro, and Bosnia and Herzegovina will gather on 6–7 September in Postira, on the Croatian island of Brač, for the 2025 International Adriatic...

Dončić Heads to Hollywood

After months of rumours, signs now point to a confirmed reality: Luka Dončić has joined the Los Angeles Lakers, marking one of the most high-profile...

Economic Sentiment in Slovenia Edges Up

Slovenia’s economic sentiment indicator improved to –2.5 pp in August, up 0.8 points from July. While still below last year’s level, the increase reflects greater confidence...

Nikola Jokić Leads Serbia at EuroBasket Opener

Serbia opened its EuroBasket 2025 campaign against Estonia with the spotlight firmly on Nikola Jokić. The NBA champion’s return to the national team is seen...

Luka Koper Signs €47m Expansion Deal

Slovenia’s port operator Luka Koper has signed a €46.7 million contract to expand its vehicle storage garage, adding capacity for 11,665 cars. Construction will begin this year, with...

Montenegro Tourism Surges in Summer 2025

Montenegro has emerged as one of Europe’s summer success stories. Travel data show a 24% year-on-year increase in bookings for summer 2025, with Slovenia...

Tourists Stranded After Passport Mix-Up

A group of 47 Israeli tourists found themselves stranded in Sarajevo when their passports were mistakenly discarded by hotel staff. The unusual incident forced...

Bosnian Arms Maker Reports Profit Surge

Bosnia’s defense industry is quietly strengthening. BNT TMIH, a state-owned arms manufacturer, announced a 71% rise in net profit for the first half of...

Retail Boycotts Sweep Southeast Europe

What began in Croatia earlier this year has now spread across the Balkans. Widespread boycotts of major retail chains—driven by public anger over rising...

Croatia Confronts Taxi Overcharge Scandal

A New Zealand tourist was left shocked after being charged €1,506 for a short taxi ride in Zagreb. Authorities quickly intervened, cancelling the charge...

Adriatic Fest Brings Dance and Culture to Montenegro’s Coast

Montenegro is preparing for a cultural spectacle as the 6th International Folk Dance and Music Festival—Adriatic Fest—kicks off on August 25. Groups from across...

Sarajevo Film Festival Crowns New Voices in Regional Cinema

Sarajevo rolled up its red carpet on 22 August as the 31st Sarajevo Film Festival came to a close. The Heart of Sarajevo for...

US Open 2025 Serves Off in New York

The US Open began on 24 August at Flushing Meadows, with world number ones Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Świątek headlining the tournament. Defending champion...