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Serbia Secures €1.9 Billion Loan from French Banks for Rafale Fighter Jet Deal

The Serbian National Assembly has approved a loan agreement worth €1.9 billion with several French financial institutions to fund the acquisition of 12 Rafale fighter jets, marking one of the largest military investments in the country’s history, BGNES …

President Rumen Radev to Meet Ljupcho Georgievski, Defunct Bulgarian Cultural Club Leader

President Rumen Radev will hold a meeting with Ljupcho Georgievski later on Tuesday, the President's press secretariat said. Ljupcho Georgievski, chair of the Bulgarian Ivan Mihaylov Cultural Club in Bitola, banned in 2023 by the authorities in the …

Bulgaria Strengthens Measures against Money Laundering, MONEYVAL Says

Bulgaria has further improved its measures for combating money laundering and terrorist financing, according to a report by the Council of Europe’s expert committee MONEYVAL published on Tuesday.  The report also notes that Bulgaria is now considered …

Azerbaijan, North Macedonia Discuss Partnership In Renewables Sector (PHOTO)

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 17.​ Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov received a delegation led by the Speaker of the Assembly of North Macedonia, Afrim Gashi, on June 17, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs told Trend . The …

Business changes can now be filed online in Croatia

by croatiaweek June 17, 2025 in Business ZAGREB, 16 June 2025 (Hina) – Croatia’s Ministry of Justice and Digital Transformation has launched a revamped website for the national Court Register, introducing a range of new electronic services aimed at …

Descendants of refugees from Macedonia refer the case of Ljubco Georgievski to EU institutions

Ljubco Georgievski Photo: BTA The association "Descendants of refugees and migrants from the territory of North Macedonia" have sent a statement on the case of Ljubco Georgievski, chairman of the defunct association "Ivan Mihaylov Cultural …

Draft bill in Romania aims to set minimum age for social media at 16

A new draft law in the Romanian Senate seeks to set 16 as the minimum threshold to have a social media account. Access for children below that age will be allowed only with parental consent and a rigorous security filter.  The initiative aims to curtail …

Another round of negotiations fails to bring clarity on Romania's future PM

After another day of negotiations on June 16, the four pro-Western parties seeking a ruling majority failed to provide more clarity on the name of the future prime minister or specific elements of the fiscal consolidation plan. After various political …

Bosnian survivor Zehra Murguz brought her rapist to justice

New climate law would allow far bigger emissions by 2040

The Ministry of Climate Affairs hopes to present the new draft Climate Act to the public in early July. According to the plan, greenhouse gas emissions in 2030 should be lower than what was proposed in the draft law completed last fall. However, by 2040, …

Kosovo war rapes: Male victim breaks 'suffocating' silence

A monument dedicated to Bosnian-Serb fighters is seen in the center of Eastern-Bosnian town of Foca, on May 20, 2025. At least 20,000 people suffered sexual violence across Bosnia as Yugoslavia collapsed into the worst war Europe had then seen since 1945. …

New Law, Old Problems: Will Bulgaria’s Supply Chain Shake-Up Work?

Until July 14, Bulgaria’s Ministry of Agriculture is accepting proposals from farmers, processors, and traders on a new draft law aimed at regulating the supply chain for agricultural and food products. The goal is to ensure that primary producers receive …

North Macedonia’s President Accuses Bulgaria of Blocking EU Path; Radev Rejects Veto Claims

North Macedonia’s President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova openly criticized Bulgaria during a summit of the South East European Cooperation Process in Tirana, accusing Sofia of “abusing its veto right” over her country’s EU integration. She charged Bulgaria …

Survivors of the Bosnian War recount Serbian atrocities in “rape camps”

It took Zehra Murguz years to testify about what happened to her and other Muslim women in the “rape camps” run by Serbian forces during the war in Bosnia. One of the horrific memories that prompted her to testify was seeing a 12-year-old girl “with a doll …

Serbian parliament approves €1.9 billion loan from French banks to purchase 12 Rafale fighter jets

Last August, Belgrade agreed to purchase the aircraft — nine single-seater and three two-seater models — for €2.7 billion to replace its aging fleet of Russian MiGs. According to today's approved bill, €823.5 million has already been paid as an advance …

The Romanian election reboot 

Nicusor Dan’s election marks the end of a protracted political crisis, but raises questions about Romania’s geopolitical alignment.  Nicusor Dan before being sworn in as new president in the Romanian parliament, on May 26 in Bucharest. © Getty Images ×In a …

Survivors Of Bosnia 'Rape Camps' Come Forward 30 Years On

It took years for Zehra Murguz to be able to testify about what happened to her and other Muslim women in the "rape camps" run by Serb forces during the war in Bosnia. One of the awful memories that drove her to give evidence was of seeing a girl …

Coventry mum slams Home Office after son 'killed by Albanian immigrant in UK illegally'

A Coventry mum whose son was killed by a man who was in the UK illegally has slammed the Home Office. Emiljano Kasaj was sentenced for the 'horrendous' killings of Leo Moran and Joel Carriedo. In September 2023, Emiljano went on a 'killing …

Serbia borrows 1.9 billion euros from French banks for Rafale jets

BELGRADE: The Serbian Parliament on Monday voted to allow the state to borrow 1.9 billion euros ($2.2 billion) from several French banks to finance the purchase of 12 Rafale fighter jets. Belgrade last August agreed to buy twelve Rafale aircraft - nine …

Powell Law Firm Expands Services To Illinois With New Evanston Office

EVANSTON, IL, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Powell Law Firm, a renowned legal practice emphasizing personal injury and criminal defense, announces the expansion of its services to Illinois with the opening of a new office in …

Above the Bar Marketing Named One of Inc.'s 2025 Best Workplaces

MADISON, WI, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Above the Bar Marketing announced today it has been named one of Inc. Magazine’s Best Workplaces for 2025. This prestigious recognition underscores the company's commitment to …

REUBEN RAUCHER & BLUM’S STEPHANIE BLUM RECOGNIZED IN LOS ANGELES BUSINESS JOURNAL’S WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP AWARDS

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Boutique Los Angeles law firm Reuben Raucher & Blum announced today that Stephanie Blum has again been recognized by the Los Angeles Business Journal for their 2025 Women’s …

SideBar Welcomes Vanessa Daniel, Author of Unrig the Game: What Women of Color Can Teach Everyone about Winning

Vanessa Daniel discusses her journey from community organizer to becoming an advisor for donors, foundations, grassroots organizations, and nonprofit leaders. MONTEREY/SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SideBar podcast …

Treeline Sales Recruiting Firm Named for 2025 Inc. Best Workplaces List and Company Culture 

Award Recognizes Exceptional Workplace Culture, Employee Engagement, and Mission-Driven Success in the Sales Recruiting Industry WAKEFIELD, MA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Treeline, Inc., a leading sales recruiting agency …

Central Jersey Legal Services Launches New Website with Blog Posts, Videos & Online Applications for Free Legal Help

Central Jersey Legal Services Launches Faster, More Accessible Website with Blog Articles, Videos, and Online Applications for Free Legal Assistance NJ, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Central Jersey Legal Services Launches …

SCALI RASMUSSEN’S JENNIFER WHISENANT NAMED ‘WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP’ NOMINEE

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Scali Rasmussen, PC announced today that the firm’s Chief Financial Officer/Chief Operating Officer CFO Jennifer Whisenant has been recognized as a "Women's …

MUSICK, PEELER & GARRETT ANNOUNCES TWO ‘WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP’ NOMINEES

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Musick, Peeler & Garrett LLP announced today that Partner Erin Donovan and Director of Administration Jamie Barrios have been recognized as "Women's Leadership …

Georgia Author Releases True Crime Books Exploring Cold Cases, Public Records, and Historical Silence

Charles Sargent’s books revisit forgotten Georgia homicides using public records, archived journalism, and community memory. GA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author and independent researcher Charles Sargent has released …

Developmental Delay: Early Intervention and Diagnosis of the Cause is Necessary and Required

Early MRI testing is critical for children with developmental delays and birth complications to identify or rule out hypoxic brain injury and plan care SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Developmental delay is …

Lawyers Using AI Could Replace Those Who Don’t, New Insights Suggest

Laina Chan Talks to Xraised About the Human Heart of Legal Research SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 🔗 Xraised.com | 🔗 Miai Law “People Trust People—Not Just Algorithms” “I get this question all the time,” laughs …

All Things Chemical Podcast Features DOD's Patricia Underwood Discussing Existing Chemicals and the Defense Supply Chain

Patricia Underwood, Lynn L. Bergeson, and Richard E. Engler discuss DOD RFI seeking information on certain chemicals undergoing TSCA Section 6 risk evaluation. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On May 27, 2025, …

Green Stop Wellness Warns Senate Bill 3 Will Harm Small Businesses, Cannabis Access for Texans in Need

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Green Stop Wellness, a leading Houston-based dispensary and advocate for holistic healing and wellness in Texas, is deeply concerned about the recent passage of Senate Bill 3, which …

ANNOUNCING A NEW IDEA ABOUT HOW TO REDUCE THE DEFICIT WITHOUT RAISING TAXES

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- — Retirement thinking in the 21st century must evolve beyond last century’s model. There are only three things you can do with money: spend it now, spend it later, or spend it …

STACK Cybersecurity Announces CMMC Webinar with National Cybersecurity Alliance

Learn how a small DoD manufacturer reached Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification LIVONIA, MI, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE STACK Cybersecurity Announces CMMC Webinar Co-Hosted with National …

Top Immigration Attorney Julie Aponte of J. Aponte & Associates Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Julie Aponte is the owner and managing director of J. Aponte & Associates, a highly successful and expanding law firm specializing in a niche of immigration law. Ms. Aponte did …

Former Harris County DA Kim Ogg named Partner at Houston law firm

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gregor Wynne Arney, PLLC, is pleased to announce that Kim Ogg, former Harris County District Attorney, has joined the firm as a Partner. Ms. Ogg served as Harris County’s top prosecutor …

New Study Ranks Illinois’ Most Dangerous and Safest Counties for Car Accidents

In-Depth Analysis of IDOT Data Reveals Road Safety Trends Across 102 Counties BLOOMINGTON, IL, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new statewide traffic safety analysis sheds light on where Illinois drivers face the highest—and …

Purpose Legal Expands Cloud-First Offerings in Partnership with Relativity

Purpose’s expertise in RelativityOne helps clients scale and future-proof legal operations DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Purpose Legal, a leading provider of eDiscovery, attorney document review, and complex legal …

OneKey® MLS Reports Steady Market Prices and Increase in New Listings for May 2025

In May 2025, the closed median sales price for single-family homes rose to $735,000, marking a 3.5% year-over-year increase. FARMINGDALE, NY, UNITED STATES, June 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OneKey® MLS, the largest multiple listing service in …