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PM Orbán: EU itself is only obstacle to Montenegro's accession to bloc
About Hungary
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July 2, 2025
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said Montenegro is "a key country" for Hungary, adding that the European Union itself was "the only obstacle" to the country's accession to the bloc. Hungary continues to support Montenegro's EU bid, PM Orbán said after...
Today in news: Salgado gave 29 million to Sócrates; Crisis in Douro
Portugal Pulse
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July 2, 2025
Portuguese newspapers remain focused today, on the eve of the Marques Operation trial, on the details surrounding the case, the most media-covered of the century in the country. The Correio da Manhã reports that Salgado allegedly gave 29 million...
EU Guarantees €60 Million in Loans for Sustainable Growth of Small Businesses in North Macedonia, BiH, and Montenegro
Sarajevo Times
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June 26, 2025
The European Investment Fund (EIF), part of the European Investment Bank (EIB) Group, has signed €4.8 million in guarantee agreements, completing the commitment of €60 million in EU-backed funds for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the...
Balkans braced for record-breaking heatwave
WKZO - Michigan
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BELGRADE (Reuters) -People braving an early summer heatwave sought relief in lakes and mountains across the Balkans this week, as health authorities urged residents to stay in the shade and drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration....
Arizona governor vetoes bill to create Bitcoin Reserve from seized assets
crypto.news
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July 2, 2025
Arizona has vetoed bill HB 2324 to create Bitcoin Reserve funded by criminal forfeiture, marking the third time the state has blocked a digital asset reserve proposal. In a veto letter to House Speaker Steve Montenegro, Arizona Governor Katie...
Backpacking the Balkans, Part II
Sandpoint Reader - Idaho
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June 30, 2025
By Ben Olson Reader Staff In the first installment of this travelogue, my partner Cadie and I had just completed the arduous hike through the Accursed Mountains in northern Albania, arriving in the beautiful village of Theth. The day after our...
Arizona Governor Vetoes Third Bitcoin Reserve Bill, Citing Local Law Enforcement Concerns
BeInCrypto
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July 2, 2025
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed another Bitcoin (BTC) reserve bill. House Bill 2324 sought to establish a ‘Bitcoin and Digital Assets Reserve Fund’ funded by criminal asset forfeiture. This marks the third veto of a digital asset reserve...
Pilar Montenegro’s Family Addresses Health Rumors Amid Concerns
Times News Global
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July 2, 2025
Mexico City, Mexico – Fans of singer Pilar Montenegro are worried about her health following alarming reports that she may be gravely ill. The news surfaced after family members of the former Garibaldi star reportedly said their goodbyes to her....
Governor Vetoes House Budgets Risking Government Shutdown
Arizona Daily Independent
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June 26, 2025
Governor Katie Hobbs Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs today vetoed both budget proposals passed by the Arizona House of Representatives. Hobbs vetoed the original balanced budget approved earlier this month, and the continuation budget passed...
Kosovo starts new Ibar bridges, EU says it wasn’t consulted
Gazeta Tema
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July 2, 2025
MITROVICA, July 2 – Kosovo has begun building two new bridges over the Ibar River in the ethnically divided city of Mitrovica, sparking concern from the European Union, which said it was not informed of the project and called for inclusive...
Available to “serve the country,” Carneiro requests an audience with Montenegro
Portugal Pulse
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July 1, 2025
“Today’s meeting with the President of the Republic was an institutional dialogue I intend to extend to other sovereign bodies, namely the president of the Assembly of the Republic and senior court officials,” stated José Luís Carneiro following a...
Governor Hobbs vetoes Arizona House's budget proposals
Grand Canyon Times - Arizona
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June 25, 2025
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed two budget proposals from the Arizona House of Representatives. The first was a balanced budget approved earlier this month, and the second was a continuation budget passed to prevent a government shutdown...
Radisson Hotel Group Unveils Secluded Coastal Gem with the Opening of Radisson Resort Ruža Vjetrova in Montenegro
Hospitality Net
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July 1, 2025
Radisson Hotel Group proudly announces the opening of Radisson Resort Ruža Vjetrova, a premium beachfront retreat nestled on an isolated peninsula along the Adriatic coast in Dobra Voda, Montenegro. Surrounded by lush green hills and crystal-clear...
Leaders of the Western Balkans and EU Commissioner Marta Kos in Skopje on the Growth Plan
Sarajevo Times
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July 1, 2025
European Union Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos and the leaders of six partners from the Western Balkans (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia) gathered today in Skopje for a high-level meeting...
Radisson Hotel Group Opens Radisson Resort Ruža Vjetrova in Montenegro
Hotel Interactive Network
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July 1, 2025
July 1, 2025 Radisson Hotel Group has announced in a press release the opening of Radisson Resort Ruža Vjetrova, a beachfront retreat nestled on an isolated peninsula along the Adriatic coast in Dobra Voda, Montenegro. “Radisson Resort Ruža...
Montenegro? “If there is reason, we open an inquiry. Rules are the same.”
Portugal Pulse
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June 25, 2025
The Attorney General of the Republic (PGR), Amadeu Guerra, stated that he is not a “friend” of the Prime Minister, Luís Montenegro, although he expressed “admiration” for him. Guerra assured that “if there is a basis,” an inquiry will be opened in...
Government proposal for IRS reductions has already been submitted to Parliament
Portugal Pulse
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June 25, 2025
The Council of Ministers announced that a newly approved proposal aims to provide further tax relief by additionally reducing marginal rates across all brackets up to the eighth bracket. The government’s proposal involves a decrease in IRS rates...
Radisson introduces new beachfront resort in Montenegro
Hotel Management Network
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July 1, 2025
Radisson Hotel Group has unveiled Radisson Resort Ruža Vjetrova, a new beachfront property situated on a secluded peninsula along the Adriatic coast in Dobra Voda, Montenegro. The property offers 170 rooms and suites, with many featuring private...
Western Balkans' Politicians Highlight Regional Unity Ahead Of EU Summit (PHOTO)
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 1. Ahead of the EU–Western Balkans Summit, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade of North Macedonia, Timcho Mucunski, held a meeting with the Prime Minister of Montenegro, Milojko...
Western Balkans Leaders' meeting in Skopje reaffirms commitment for swift delivery of the Growth Plan
European Commission
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June 30, 2025
European Commission Press release Brussels, 01 Jul 2025 Today, Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos and the leaders of the six Western Balkans partners (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia) gathered in...