Serbia

Europe News

Serbian authorities clear illegal immigrant camp on Hungary border

Migration pressure along Hungary's southern border may have decreased, as locals on the Serbian side of the border say they have not seen a single refugee for months.

17/10/2024

Balkan Trip

Explore Tara Mountain and Drina River: Serbia's outdoor paradise

In partnership with Arena Channels Group

In this episode of Balkan Trip, we explore the western region of Serbia, which is full of adrenaline-pumping activities that make it a must-visit destination for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike.

14/10/2024

Serbia

Can a motorway to Bosnia strengthen the Belgrade-Ankara ties?

The construction of the Belgrade-Sarajevo motorway, an ambitious Turkish investment in the heart of the Western Balkans, has been long in the making. Can it help bring everyone closer?

14/10/2024

Balkan Trip

Mystical southern Serbia: Devil's Town and healing thermal springs

In partnership with Arena Channels Group

In this episode of Balkan Trip, we explore South Serbia's natural wonders and legends.

07/10/2024

Balkan Trip

Discover Serbia's treasures in Sremski Karlovci and Novi Sad

In partnership with Arena Channels Group

In this episode of Balkan Trip we discover two new cities: Sremski Karlovci, known for its rich history, oldest grammar school and unique Bermet wine, and Novi Sad, chosen as the European Capital in 2022.

30/09/2024

Balkan Trip

Discover the charm of Zlatibor: Sirogojno heritage and local flavours

In partnership with Arena Channels Group

In this episode of Balkan Trip, we visit Zlatibor, Serbia's top mountain destination, where visitors can experience local traditions from handmade Sirogojno sweaters to delicious regional cuisine.

23/09/2024

Balkan Trip

Serbia's Uvac Canyon and Pešter Plateau nature and cuisine

In partnership with Arena Channels Group

In this episode of Balkan Trip we discover Serbia's hidden gems as we travel through the Uvac Canyon and the Pešter Plateau.

16/09/2024

Balkan Trip

Belgrade Unveiled: St. Sava Church and Belgrade Fortress

In partnership with Arena Channels Group

In this episode of Balkan Trip, we travel to Belgrade, Serbia's capital, where history and culture converge.

09/09/2024

Europe News

Serbia's Aleksandar Vučić denies close links to Vladimir Putin

Vučić acknowledged that Serbia had resisted falling in line with the rest of Europe in putting sanctions on Russia but did say Belgrade had repeatedly condemned the invasion of Ukraine.

01/09/2024

Serbia

After greeting Macron, Serbia's Vučić sets off to meet von der Leyen

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Serbian leader Aleksandar Vučić are expected to discuss the Western Balkan country's reform agenda for the New Growth Plan for the region, among other topics.

30/08/2024

Europe News

Serbia inks €2.7bn deal with France for 12 Rafale fighter jets

Serbia is formally seeking EU membership, but it has made little progress in the rule of law and democratic reforms, which are the main preconditions for membership in the 27-nation bloc.

30/08/2024

Economy

Lithium: How Serbia is balancing its interests between EU and China

French President Emmanuel Macron is visiting Serbia, less than five months after he hosted his Serbian counterpart in Paris. It comes as the EU and China continue to strengthen economic ties with Belgrade - but can Serbia maintain a diplomatic balance?

29/08/2024

Europe News

Macron goes to Serbia: Why is it important and what’s at stake?

Macron’s visit to Belgrade takes place less than five months after he hosted his Serbian counterpart, Aleksandar Vučić, in Paris. This trip will be an opportunity for the two heads of state to discuss economic issues, defence, energy, and artificial intelligence.

28/08/2024

Culture news

Artists urge Serbia to block extradition of Belarusian filmmaker

Andrei Gynot, who is wanted in Belarus for alleged tax evasion, could face severe persecution, including imprisonment, torture, or even the death penalty if returned.

27/08/2024

Europe News

Severe drought forces early harvests in Serbia's Vojvodina region

Meanwhile, the Vojvodina regional government claimed it was preventing the area's desertification by investing in the local hydrologic system.

26/08/2024

Serbia

Activist says he'll be tortured if Serbia extradites him to Belarus

Journalist Andrey Gnyot is under house arrest in Serbia for tax evasion - but human rights experts says it's a ruse to extradite him to Belarus.

26/08/2024

Europe News

House fire in northern Serbia kills 6, including 4 children

The fire broke out in Novi Sad, some 90 kilometres north of Belgrade.

23/08/2024

Europe News

At least 8 dead after migrant boat capsizes in Drina river

The boat carrying an estimated 30 illegal migrants was attempting to cross the river from Serbia to Bosnia.

22/08/2024

Europe News

Serbian president to meet citizens after protests against lithium mine

Thousands of protesters have taken to the streets of the Serbian capital on Saturday to oppose an EU-backed lithium mining project in the Jadar Valley.

12/08/2024

Serbia

Tens of thousands rally against lithium mining in Serbia

Scores took to the streets of Serbia on Saturday to protest a proposed lithium mining project in the Jadar valley - with the country's president saying he had been tipped off to potential "mass unrest and a coup" by Russia.

11/08/2024

Earth News

'We will die on this land': Serbian farmers protest giant lithium mine

Residents of Serbia's lithium-rich region vow to block EU-backed mining.

09/08/2024

Europe News

Why is Europe desperate for lithium, and why are Serbians up in arms?

With green groups set to mass for a protest on the streets of Belgrade this weekend over the planned opening of a Lithium mine, what is it about this controversial mineral that has Europeans keen to acquire supplies?

09/08/2024

Europe News

Fiat to be first electric car produced in Serbia after EU lithium deal

The agreement made in June has been fiercely criticised by environmentalists and opposition groups in Serbia, who argue that it would cause irreversible environmental damage while bringing little benefit to its citizens.

31/07/2024

Europe News

Serbia: Fresh protests threaten EU-backed lithium mining plan

A government U-turn on a blocked lithium mining project immediately followed by an agreement to supply the EU with critical raw materials has triggered a wave of protest across Serbia.

31/07/2024

Serbia

Thousands of Serbians protest against EU lithium excavation deal

Crowds of people rallied in several towns and cities in Serbia on Monday to protest a lithium excavation plan the Western Balkan country's government recently signed with the EU.

30/07/2024

Europe News

Over 30 injured as migrant van overturns in Serbia

State television reported the incident happened on the road between the eastern town of Pirot, near the border with Bulgaria, and Nis, in southern Serbia.

27/07/2024