Jakov Milatović

Ratko Mladić death and funeral spark regional controversy

29 clusters · 360 sources · last updated about 3 hours ago

Latest: Srebrenica Memorial Center files UEFA complaint against Serbian Football Association

Following the death of convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić on August 27, 2026, regional tensions have escalated. Mladić’s son, Darko, and a defense medical team have alleged he died due to ‘irresponsible medical treatmen

Montenegro advances EU accession and defense cooperation

9 clusters · 50 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Predrag Zenović views EU enlargement as an investment in European security

Montenegro is advancing its European Union accession process, with officials aiming to close all negotiation chapters by the end of 2026 to facilitate membership by 2028. Minister of European Affairs Maida Gorčević repor

Central Bank of Montenegro institutional transformation

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Central Bank of Montenegro advances EU banking regulatory alignment

The Central Bank of Montenegro (CBCG) is undergoing an intense institutional transformation to align with European Union standards as part of the country’s path toward European integration. To mark its 25th anniversary,

Montenegrin President visits Ulcinj schools

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Latest: President Milatović visits Ulcinj to discuss development and education

Montenegrin President Jakov Milatović visited schools in Ulcinj to discuss educational investment and youth opportunities. During visits to the ‘Boško Strugar’ and ‘Maršal Tito’ elementary schools, parents of first-grade

Educational policy and school year transitions in the region

6 clusters · 267 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Croatian cities Đakovo and Sisak increase school year funding

The commencement of the 2026/2027 academic year across the Balkans and Central Europe is characterized by significant infrastructure investments, new regulatory measures, and ongoing systemic challenges. In Croatia, appr

Montenegrin education and research funding initiatives

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Montenegrin institutions secure €485,000 in EU Horizon Europe funding

Montenegro has introduced new initiatives to support higher education and scientific research. President Jakov Milatović announced the ‘Iskra’ presidential scholarship for the 2026/27 academic year, which provides 5,000

Montenegro security destabilization allegations

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Latest: Montenegro security concerns rise over alleged hybrid activities

Montenegrin officials are demanding institutional accountability following allegations of security destabilization. Prime Minister Milojko Spajić has claimed there are coordinated efforts to destabilize the country, part

Montenegro railway labor dispute

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Montenegro transport: Railway workers seek raises as municipalities propose law changes

Railway workers in Montenegro, represented by the United Union of Railway Transport (ŽPCG), are pursuing a salary increase of 200 euros. The union claims their current earnings are the lowest among railway company employ

Montenegro advances EU path amid CIK delays and diplomacy

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Latest: Montenegro strengthens diplomatic ties with Czech Republic, France, and EU

Montenegro continues to navigate domestic procedural hurdles and international diplomatic efforts as it pursues EU membership. The formation of the Central Election Commission (CIK) remains delayed following five unsucce

Judicial pay hikes in Greece and Montenegro

5 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Montenegro faces debate over public sector salary disparities

In July 2026, the Greek government announced a substantial increase in judges' salaries, raising pay by up to 90% ahead of upcoming elections. Following this, Montenegro introduced legislative measures to increase judici

Montenegro security and EU accession challenges

3 clusters · 51 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Montenegro advances EU integration through economic and infrastructure reforms

Montenegrin Prime Minister Milojko Spajić has addressed various challenges regarding the nation’s relationship with the European Union and regional security. Spajić denied reports that Montenegro was negotiating with the

Cultural and literary events in the Balkans

3 clusters · 13 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Montenegrin literary events feature poetry awards and novel presentations

Cultural and literary activities have been highlighted across Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina. In Montenegro, commemorations were held at Cyrillic Square to mark the 150th anniversary of poet Milan Rakić’s birth, f

32nd Sarajevo Film Festival concludes with major awards

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Latest: Sarajevo Film Festival showcases film on Serbian protests

The 32nd Sarajevo Film Festival (SFF) concluded its run, which took place from August 14 to 21. The event, which featured approximately 250 films with a focus on Southeast European cinema, ended with a major awards cerem

Serbia-Montenegro political tensions

6 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Aleksandar Vučić denies Serbia's involvement in Montenegro's security concerns

Political tensions between Serbia and Montenegro have escalated through criticisms regarding regional leadership, the status of the Serbian community, and the personal allegiances of Montenegrin leadership. Ana Brnabić,

Orthodox Dormition Feast Celebrations in Balkans and Moldova

12 clusters · 261 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Orthodox Christians celebrate the Dormition of the Mother of God

As the feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos (also known as Velika Gospojina) is observed on August 28, 2026, Orthodox Christians across the Balkans and Moldova are celebrating the conclusion of the two-week Gospojinsk

Montenegro judicial rulings on legal transparency

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Latest: Montenegro Constitutional Court strikes down NGO registration law

The Constitutional Court of Montenegro has struck down Article 18a of the Law on Non-Governmental Organizations, ruling it unconstitutional. The provision previously permitted authorities to deny NGO registration if an o

Czech-Western Balkans diplomatic and economic relations

2 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Montenegro targets 2028 EU membership amid regional security concerns

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has actively engaged in strengthening ties with the Western Balkans through economic, military, and diplomatic initiatives. Initially, focus was placed on economic and defense cooperatio