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Serbia and Albania issue joint text on EU accession without veto

In a joint op-ed published in a German newspaper, the Serbian and Albanian leaders argued for a phased EU accession process that would involve waiving their right of veto.

Kazakhstan

Serbia seeks to strengthen ties in Central Asia

This week, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić went on a diplomatic offensive to secure trade and investment in the east.

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Serbian 'iceman' defies sub-zero extremes for mental reset

Vladimir Stevanovic braves Serbia’s icy lakes and snowy ridges in shorts, using extreme cold as daily meditation that slows his mind and resets his body.

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Major drug bust in Serbia: police confiscate 5 tonnes of marijuana in Kruševac

Serbian police seized nearly five tonnes of marijuana in a raid near Kruševac, arresting two people and uncovering weapons, suggesting a large criminal network.

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The Europe Conversation

Armenia and Azerbaijan peace deal is 'changing Eurasia', leaders say

The Armenian and Azerbaijani presidents came together for the first time since signing a historic peace deal. Regional stakeholders celebrated how peace will shape the future for the whole region.

Europe Today

Watch the video: The EU enlargement saga — who's next?

Once, there were just six. Not long ago, there were 28. Today, there are 27. These are not lottery numbers, it’s the story of our European Union. And that story is set to get a new chapter. But will it?

Serbia

US denies operating license to Serbia's Russian-owned oil refinery

Serbia must halt operations at its NIS oil refinery after Washington denied its license, risking the nation's fuel supply, according to President Vučić.

Serbia

Serbia faces oil refinery shutdown as US sanctions deadline looms

Serbian President Vučić warns of a major crisis as the country's largest oil refinery faces shutdown unless US sanctions authorities approve a license by Thursday.

Smart Regions

Serbia and Hungary monitor Tisza river to predict droughts and floods

In partnership with the European Commission

Serbia and Hungary study the pulse of the Tisza River. The ADAPtisa project brings together researchers, universities and water management organisations from both countries. They share data to create a platform for integrated river basin management in the border region.

Kosovo

EU sanctions on Kosovo: A symbolic warning or truly impactful?

The European Union introduced punitive measures against Kosovo in June 2023, following the entry of Albanian mayors into municipalities with a Serb majority in the north. Euronews investigates the impact these measures have had.

World News

Europe commemorates Armistice Day, marking the end of World War I

Belgium unveiled a renovated memorial in Ypres, France's President Macron paid tribute, and the UK held wreath-laying ceremonies for Armistice Day, marking the end of WWI.

The Europe Conversation

Vučić: Serbia open to resuming ammunition sales after export stop

In a wide-ranging interview with Euronews, Serbian President Vučić approved ammunition sales to EU countries, even if they end up in Ukraine. He also defended his position not to join EU sanctions against Russia, which complicates Serbia’s bid to become an EU member.

Economy

Vučić shrugs off Brussels criticism by flaunting economic credentials

The president's economic pitch comes against the backdrop of fierce opposition in Serbia and fresh criticism from Brussels.

Europe News

EU praises Kyiv's accession progress but warns of 'negative trends'

The European Commission's annual check-up of where candidate countries stand in the accession process is largely positive on Moldova, Ukraine, Albania and Montenegro, and less so on Serbia and Georgia.

Europe News

As it happened: European leaders join Euronews’ enlargement summit

Euronews hosted the leaders of Albania, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Ukraine, as well as the European Council President and EU enlargement chief, in a summit that coincided with the unveiling of Brussels’ annual enlargement report.

Serbia

Vučić calls for EU membership based on merit, not political alignment

On the eve of Euronews' EU Enlargement Summit, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić urged the EU to base membership criteria on merit, warning that shifting standards could hinder Serbia's reforms and progress.

Serbia

Police deployed in Belgrade as tensions rise over Novi Sad disaster

Groups of people faced off on both sides of the police cordons with officers in full gear standing in several rows between the shouting crowds who threw bottles, flares and stun grenades in central Belgrade on Sunday evening.

Serbia

Serbia marks one year since tragic awning collapse in Novi Sad

Nationwide protests have gripped the country for nearly a year after a concrete awning collapsed at a railway station in Novi Sad killing 16 people, in what protesters decried as gross mismanagement and corruption.

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Serbia's Vučić slams shooting outside parliament as 'terrorist attack'

The 70-year-old who caused a fire and fired shots at a tent camp in central Belgrade injuring one person on Wednesday was arrested.

Balkan Trip

Serbia’s Hidden Gems: Waterfalls, caves and healing spas

In partnership with Arena Channels Group

No sea? No problem. From waterfalls to lakes and spas, Serbia beckons with hidden treasures waiting to be explored.