Split Sunni Referendum Vote Could Prevent Constitution Veto
Mixed outcome emerges in Sunni Arab areas, with some saying a resounding “no” to the constitution, but many others a qualified “yes”.
End to National Service Cheers Young Romanians
Long-awaited abolition of conscript army designed to bring Bucharest into line with its new NATO partners.
Bosnian Farmers Protest Against Flood of Imports
Striking farmers have built a tent village outside Sarajevo in protest against the regional free trade deals that they say are ruining them.
Comment: Serbia's Prophets of Doom
Serbian doomsayers ignore positive developments across the region.
Montenegro: Cabinet Sparks Reform Fears
Economists and opposition deputies are unconvinced by prime minister's choice of ministers to lead the country out of poverty.
Serbia: Djindjic Versus Dinkic
Premier's campaign against popular federal bank governor marks final break-up of reformist camp.
Macedonia: Customs Corruption Cleanout
New customs service management to tackle widespread corruption losing the state millions of euro annually.
German Media Giant Dominates Balkans
Massive investment by a German publisher is revolutionising media in the Balkans, but opinion is divided over the merits of the transformation.
Croatia: Greens Fight Oil Tanker Menace
Dramatic increase in tankers could lead to repeat of Spain's disastrous oil spillage off the Adriatic coast.
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Life in the Shadows for Armenia’s Transgender Community
Recent murder highlights widespread discrimination and violence against LGBTI people.
Interview: The War on Disinformation
Open source intelligence (OSINT) can provide facts – but impatient, angry audiences often prefer opinions.