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Serbia's President Stars in Road Safety Video
President Tomislav Nikolic is starring in a promotional video put out by the Serbian Traffic Safety Agency as part of campaign to promote use of seat belts.
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Serbia to Seek Kosovo War ‘Mass Grave’ in Raska
The Serbian authorities will again investigate a suspected mass grave in the south-western town of Raska that could contain the bodies of ethnic Albanians killed during the Kosovo war.
Serbia and Kosovo Begin Direct Liaisons
Ties between Belgrade and Pristina will now be handled directly by new liaison officers in another step towards implementing their EU-brokered deal aimed at normalising relations.
Serbia Right-Wing Extremists to Spy on Gays
Serbian right-wing extremist group SNP Nasi says is putting up surveillance cameras in apartments near a new lesbian and gay centre in an attempt to shut it down.
Belgrade to Erect Djindjic Monument
The city is preparing to launch a competition for the design of a monument dedicated to the late Serbian Prime Minister, Zoran Djindjic.
Belgraders Demand Preservation of Nazi Camp
A civic campaign group has urged the authorities to prevent the construction of a shopping mall at the site of a WWII concentration camp.
Hague Judge’s Criticism of Tribunal Sparks Controversy
A Hague Tribunal judge’s email suggesting recent high-profile acquittals by the court could have been due to political pressure has caused controversy after it was leaked to the media.
Belgrade Safe as Danube Flood Wave Eases
While the River Danube inundated several central European cities, the Serbian capital is safe because the waters are not expected to rise above the regular flood defence limit.
Serbia Accused of Starving Arts to Death
As Belgrade slashes funding for prestigious festivals and exhibitions, culture workers have called a rally in the capital, accusing the state of 'killing off' culture.
Yemen's 'Verbal' Recognition of Kosovo Fuels Confusion
Kosovo's alleged receipt of a verbal recognition pledge from Yemen raises questions about the number of countries that have actually recognised its independence.
Serbia-Kosovo Talks Stall Over Dialling Code
Belgrade and Pristina have failed to make headway during negotiations on an international dialling code for Kosovo and a licence for a Serbian mobile phone operator in Kosovo.
Serbia's Nikolic to Attend Croatian EU Celebration
Serbian President Tomislav Nikolic will attend celebrations marking Croatia's accession to the EU, his cabinet has confirmed.
New Serbian TV Station Aims to Replace Defunct Avala
A new broadcaster, Sky Info Plus, run by a senior official of the ruling Progressive Party aims to go on air in September, using the frequency of the now closed TV Avala, Balkan Insight has learned.
Kosovo Villagers Recall Deadly Serb Attacks
Families of ethnic Albanian civilians killed by Serb forces in 1999 in Kosovo told the war crimes trial of 13 Serb fighters how their homes were burned and relatives killed.
Kosovo Liberation Army Fighters Jailed for War Crimes
Three former Kosovo Liberation Army guerrillas known as the ‘Llapi Group’ have been convicted of torturing wartime prisoners and sentenced to a total of 13 years in prison.
Kosovo Demands 'Reciprocal Rights' for Serbian Albanians
As Pristina and Belgrade mull the EU-brokered deal of April 19, Kosovo's parliament backs reciprocal rights for ethnic Albanians in southern Serbia.
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Serbia Backtracks on Media Reform Pledges
Optimism about reform under the new government fades as the new team delays enacting the promised media strategy and takes effective control of the media through the familiar tactics of targeted advertising and hidden ownership.
Speak Up Opens Amid Hope and Scepticism
EU Deal Leaves North Kosovo in Limbo
The Hague Tribunal, A Court Under Fire
Business
Serbia’s Half-Hearted Cuts Fail to Convince
Planned package of savings, which won’t affect salaries or pensions, may not be nearly radical enough to tackle the growing budget deficit.
Serbia Invests Hopes in Growth of IT
Culture and Lifestyle
Far From the Crowds in Croatia’s Tuscany
While Istria’s wonderful old cities lure tourists with their beaches and historic atmosphere, the interior offers a more secluded experience of hills, vineyards and charming fortified towns.
Velickovic’s Double Comeback
Belgrade Hosts First Bicycle Festival
