New Trump administration's sudden involvement bewilders KosovoUS's involvement in Kosovo's election raises political stakes for Prime Minister Albin Kurti amid criticism from Richard Grenell.
Serbia joins supermarket boycottSerbia joins a growing boycott trend against major retail chains due to excessive pricing, impacting consumer behavior across the Western Balkans.
Western Balkans: No concrete promises for EU accession date DW 12/21/2024The Western Balkans still await EU integration, with leaders pushing for a faster accession process amidst geopolitical shifts.
EU to recommend membership talks with Bosnia: von der Leyen DW 03/12/2024EU recommends accession negotiations with Bosnia and HerzegovinaEU seeks to reduce Russian influence in Western Balkan countries
European Union members should open talks with Bosnia on joining, the EU's executive branch saysEU to recommend opening membership talks with Bosnia-HerzegovinaEfforts to lure Western Balkan countries away from Russian influence
Western Balkans: No concrete promises for EU accession date DW 12/21/2024The Western Balkans still await EU integration, with leaders pushing for a faster accession process amidst geopolitical shifts.
EU to recommend membership talks with Bosnia: von der Leyen DW 03/12/2024EU recommends accession negotiations with Bosnia and HerzegovinaEU seeks to reduce Russian influence in Western Balkan countries
European Union members should open talks with Bosnia on joining, the EU's executive branch saysEU to recommend opening membership talks with Bosnia-HerzegovinaEfforts to lure Western Balkan countries away from Russian influence
The EU must soon open its doors to new members its survival depends on it | Nathalie TocciRussia's invasion of Ukraine has made EU expansion a strategic imperative, influencing both Western Balkans and Eastern European countries' security dynamics.
Von der Leyen tours Balkans discussing EU enlargementUrsula von der Leyen is promoting EU enlargement during her Balkans visit, emphasizing support for countries' EU membership progress.
Balkan summit: Scholz, von der Leyen talk up EU expansion DW 10/15/2024Western Balkan states are closer to EU membership, with optimism expressed at the Berlin Process summit.
The Berlin Process: 10 years in the waiting room of the EU DW 10/10/2024Visa requirements between Bosnia-Herzegovina and Kosovo remain despite agreements, causing complications for event planning and travel between these regions.
Germany urges EU expansion to counter Russia's influence DW 03/04/2024German Foreign Minister warns against Russian influence in the Western Balkans and emphasizes the importance of helping these countries join the EU.
The EU must soon open its doors to new members its survival depends on it | Nathalie TocciRussia's invasion of Ukraine has made EU expansion a strategic imperative, influencing both Western Balkans and Eastern European countries' security dynamics.
Von der Leyen tours Balkans discussing EU enlargementUrsula von der Leyen is promoting EU enlargement during her Balkans visit, emphasizing support for countries' EU membership progress.
Balkan summit: Scholz, von der Leyen talk up EU expansion DW 10/15/2024Western Balkan states are closer to EU membership, with optimism expressed at the Berlin Process summit.
The Berlin Process: 10 years in the waiting room of the EU DW 10/10/2024Visa requirements between Bosnia-Herzegovina and Kosovo remain despite agreements, causing complications for event planning and travel between these regions.
Germany urges EU expansion to counter Russia's influence DW 03/04/2024German Foreign Minister warns against Russian influence in the Western Balkans and emphasizes the importance of helping these countries join the EU.
Can a motorway to Bosnia strengthen the Belgrade-Ankara ties?The Belgrade-Sarajevo motorway project aims to improve connectivity and foster cooperation in the Western Balkans.
Arms for Ukraine: Can the Western Balkans help? DW 03/28/2024Ukrainian President Zelenskyy seeks arms co-production with Western Balkans for ammunition supply.Western Balkan countries, especially Serbia, are potential ammunition suppliers for Ukraine due to their production capabilities.
Can a motorway to Bosnia strengthen the Belgrade-Ankara ties?The Belgrade-Sarajevo motorway project aims to improve connectivity and foster cooperation in the Western Balkans.
Arms for Ukraine: Can the Western Balkans help? DW 03/28/2024Ukrainian President Zelenskyy seeks arms co-production with Western Balkans for ammunition supply.Western Balkan countries, especially Serbia, are potential ammunition suppliers for Ukraine due to their production capabilities.
Germany to host Balkan leaders at 10th Berlin Process summit DW 10/14/2024The Berlin Process seeks to strengthen relations between six Western Balkan states and the European Union.
Brain drain in Western Balkans spikes amid absence of opportunitiesWestern Balkan countries face a significant youth brain drain, risking a loss of 25%-50% of their skilled workforce in upcoming decades.
After greeting Macron, Serbia's Vucic sets off to meet von der LeyenThe EU is offering financial aid to the Western Balkans contingent on implementing reforms through the New Growth Plan.Ursula von der Leyen's meeting with Vučić highlights Serbia's EU aspirations and reform needs.
The danger of pro-EU' Euroscepticism in the Western BalkansSupport for EU accession in the Western Balkans is declining due to frustration and a shift in civil society sentiment towards anti-EU positions.
Ukrainian Military Says Soldiers Killed In Special Operation In Occupied KhersonZelenskiy emphasized unity among Western Balkan countries and sought continued military and financial aid.Interest in building cooperation with Balkan countries' defense industries due to ammunition shortage.