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Prime Minister mourns "unexpected and tragic" Jota death and says it's "a sad day"

Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has lamented the "unexpected and tragic" death of footballing brothers Diogo Jota and Andre Silva in a road accident, saying that today is "a sad day for football and for national and international sport". …

North Macedonia’s Foreign Minister: I Will Request a Macedonian Consulate in Korçë

North Macedonia’s Foreign Minister, Timcho Mucunski, paid a visit on Wednesday to Pustec, where he held meetings with the local Macedonian community. Speaking to the media, Mucunski stated that the government of North Macedonia needs to do more for this …

Prime Minister laments “unexpected and tragic” death of Diogo Jota

The Portuguese international and Liverpool player, Diogo Jota, aged 28, and his 26-year-old brother, passed away early this morning in a traffic accident on the A52 in Cernadilla, Zamora, Spain. “The news of the death of Diogo Jota, an athlete who greatly …

AIDA Country Report on Serbia – Update on 2024

|Published on: 3rd July 2025|Categories: News| The updated AIDA Country Report on Serbia provides a detailed overview on legislative and practice-related developments in asylum procedures, reception conditions, detention of asylum applicants and content of …

NATO’s Hallucinations

NATO Summit 2025, dinner. Photograph Source: Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken – CC BY-SA 4.0 By the end of the annual meeting of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) in The Hague in June 2025, it became clear that everything was about money. In …

Serbian police detain 79 protesters as dissent persists against populist president

Four officers were injured and a police vehicle was damaged, the Interior Ministry said in a statement, noting officers “acted in accordance with the law" while responding to the unrest Wednesday and early Thursday. Tensions in the Balkan country have …

Croatia among EU’s top three for inflation in June

by croatiaweek July 3, 2025 in Business Dubrovnik ZAGREB, 3 July 2025 (Hina) – Croatian Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Marko Primorac has stated that the government’s forecast for average inflation in 2025 remains at 3 percent, despite a slight …

EU Parliament set to remove “Macedonian identity and language” from draft report on North Macedonia

The three largest political forces in the European Parliament - the EPP, S&D and Renew Europe - have agreed to remove the terms “Macedonian identity” and “Macedonian language” from the draft report on North Macedonia's progress, BGNES reports. The …

European Parliament Set to Remove Macedonian Identity and Language from North Macedonia Report?

The three largest political groups in the European Parliament - EPP, S&D, and Renew Europe - have allegedly reached an agreement to remove references to Macedonian identity and language from the draft report on North Macedonia, BGNES reports. This …

Serbian government announces technical specifications defined for Serbia-Hungary oil pipeline

Serbian Minister of Mining and Energy Dubravka Ðedovic Handanovic attended the signing of a document defining the technical specifications of the Serbia-Hungary oil pipeline, noting on the occasion that the pipeline is a strategic project with the full …

Divisions Over the U.S. Strike on Iran Linger in Congress

Before all eyes in Congress turned this weekend toward the mad dash to pass the GOP’s domestic policy agenda via its catch-all reconciliation bill, the U.S. Senate debated a war-powers resolution to prevent President Donald Trump from taking any further …

How Independents Became a Problem for North Macedonia’s Big Parties

In May, independents and grassroots movements cheered as the Constitutional Court scrapped the 2024 Electoral Law provision that drastically raised the bar for their participation at elections. The court deemed this rule, imposed by big parties, as being …

Serbian Riot Police Filmed Arresting Student Protesters at Faculty Entrances

Riot police in front of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering of Belgrade University on Wednesday night. Photo: BIRN. Protesting Serbian law students have posted a video on their Instagram account that shows riot police arresting people at the entrance to …

Has the China Free Trade Agreement Paid Off for Serbia?

When Chinese and Serbian officials signed a free trade agreement (FTA) on the sidelines of the 2023 Belt and Road Forum in Beijing, it was hailed as the dawn of a new era in bilateral relations. The document was framed not just as an economic pact but as a …

Serbian police detain 79 protesters as dissent persists against populist president

Denzil Douglas meets Serbian Minister of Foreign Affairs during OAS meeting

Denzil Douglas, the Minister of Foreign Affairs for the government of St Kitts and Nevis met with the met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Serbia, Marko Đurić, on the sidelines of the 55th Regular Session of the General Assembly of …

Croatia Assumes Vice-Chair Position At Global Development Financing Conference (PHOTO)

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 3. Croatia was elected as one of the vice-chair countries at the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development held in Seville, Trend reports citing the country's Foreign Ministry. …

Germany tells Serbia: Act on de-escalation equally

PRISTINA, July 4 – Germany’s embassy in Pristina has urged Serbia to curb tensions with Kosovo, saying its calls for restraint must be matched by its own actions. Berlin responded after Serbia criticized Kosovo’s decision to lay foundations for two new …

Kosovo opposition urges ruling party to end deadlock

PRISTINA, July 2 – Kosovo’s opposition leaders urged the ruling Vetëvendosje party to end a months-long political stalemate, following talks with President Vjosa Osmani. Memli Krasniqi (PDK) and Lumir Abdixhiku (LDK) said Vetëvendosje must take …

CSR Europe Welcomes New Board and Reaffirms its Commitment to Turning Sustainability into Value at 2025 General Assembly

A new leadership cycle begins as members, policymakers, and partners align on the path from compliance to competitiveness. BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the face of regulatory complexity, shifting global ESG narratives …

CSI Backs Swiss Peace Initiative for Nagorno Karabakh in DC

Eibner Joins Swiss Parliamentarians and ex-Armenian Foreign Minister for Congressional Briefing WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Next week, CSI’s President John Eibner will join two Swiss members of parliament - …

AIDA Country Report on Serbia – Update on 2024

|Published on: 3rd July 2025|Categories: News| The updated AIDA Country Report on Serbia provides a detailed overview on legislative and practice-related developments in asylum procedures, reception conditions, detention of asylum applicants and content of …

ViaPath Technologies Voices Strong Support for FCC Waiver Decision

ViaPath Technologies supports FCC’s extension of IPCS rule deadlines, ensuring affordable communication for incarcerated individuals while maintaining security. FALLS CHURCH, VA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ViaPath …

Trump’s Middle East policy arrives at a temporary and fragile limbo

Domestic politics has taken center stage in the United States as Congress struggles to pass President Donald Trump’s proposed budget plan under an aggressive deadline. But July is also shaping up as a pivotal month for Trump’s foreign policy in the Middle …

Sharifah Hardie Focuses on Criminal Justice Reform in California Forward Plan for 2026 Governor Race

Sharifah Hardie’s California Forward Plan prioritizes criminal justice reform, economic growth, and fairness for all Californians in the 2026 Governor race. LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the 2026 California …

Southern Utah Heat Wave Exposes Hidden Risks in Aging HVAC Systems

Southern Utah heatwave strains old HVACs—S&S Mechanical warns of sudden failures, rising costs, and urges preemptive system checks. ST. GEORGE, UT, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As triple-digit temperatures scorch …

Sean 'Diddy' Combs Verdict Raises Leadership Questions in Black America Says CA Governor Candidate Sharifah Hardie

California Governor candidate Sharifah Hardie addresses the leadership crisis in Black America following Diddy's partial conviction. LONG BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following the high-profile federal trial …

Texas Declares Gold and Silver Legal Tender—Metals Edge Ready to Help Americans Shift to Real Money

PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Metals Edge, a premier physical precious metals firm, welcomes the landmark decision by the State of Texas to officially authorize gold and silver as legal tender for day- …

GWG Holdings: Investor Notice and Update June 2025

What Does The Recent $91.3 Million Settlement Approval in GWG Holdings Bankruptcy Mean for Most Investors. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Haselkorn & Thibaut, P.A. (InvestmentFraudLawyers.com), a nationally …

17 Organizations Urge Congress to Confront RFK Jr.’s Attacks on Established Vaccine Science

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, a coalition of 17 leading public health and civil rights organizations—led by the Health Equity Collaborative—sent a letter to leaders in the House and Senate calling on …

CSI Event at the UN Highlights Looming Crisis for Syrian Religious Minorities

Experts Describe Violence Against Alawites, Druze, and Christians Which Has Been Ongoing for Months GENEVA, GE, SWITZERLAND, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Despite some happy words at the beginning of this new interim constitution, it in …

New Political Novel Sparks National Reflection Ahead of Independence Day

Before the fireworks, a question: What if freedom is fading? On July 2, John Brodie begins a five-day campaign to remind America what it’s forgetting. FL, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On July 2, 1776, the Continental …

NMAC Announces the Retirement of Longtime Executive Director Paul Kawata Following 2025 USCHA

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After nearly four decades of transformative leadership, Paul Kawata, Executive Director of NMAC (formerly the National Minority AIDS Council), will retire on October 7, 2025, following the …

Tuttle Twins Launches Independence Day Sale to Help Families Teach American History

Massive Discounts on Best-Selling America’s History Books and the Entire Tuttle Twins Academy—Including New U.S. History Courses—July 1–10, 2025. LEHI, NY, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Independence Day, the creators of …

MyCommunity.Today Introduces Mobile-First Platform to Help Small Businesses Engage Customers Without App Downloads

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As mobile usage continues to shape consumer behavior, small businesses are under growing pressure to modernize their digital presence. Responding to this need, MyCommunity.Today has …

Progressive Coalition Project 2029 Releases First Major Policy Brief Calling for Electoral College Reform

800-Member Grassroots Organization Proposes Executive Strategy to Support National Popular Vote Interstate Compact WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Project 2029, an 800-member strong progressive coalition …

Russia’s military presence in post-Assad Syria: A growing security liability undermining stability

Syria witnessed a radical and wide-ranging transformation after the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime on Dec. 8, 2024. Almost immediately, questions arose as to whether Russia would be able to maintain its military bases and political influence in a post- …

Egypt and Saudi Arabia: Any good relationship needs work

It is a particularly exhausting time to be an Arab foreign minister. On June 21, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan reiterated his country’s condemnation of the State of Israel’s “blatant aggression” against the Islamic Republic of Iran during …

Alaska Imaging Joins Strategic Radiology Coalition

Alaska Imaging Associates, LLC—an independent practice of 20 board-certified radiologists in Anchorage, AK—has joined the growing Strategic Radiology network. ANCHORAGE, AK, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Strategic Radiology ( …