Serbia
Over 34,000 people protested in Belgrade against the government and corruption. Amidst the rallies, President Vučić announced early elections for this fall.
President Aleksandar Vučić has announced that snap elections will be held in Serbia this fall. The decision was made against the backdrop of ongoing anti-government protests in the country.
Robert Fico rejected the idea of German Chancellor candidate Merz regarding associated EU membership for Ukraine without voting rights. The Slovak Prime Minister advocates for either full accession or rejection.
On May 21, Vyshyvanka Day, International Tea Day, and World Meditation Day are celebrated. The Church honors the memory of Saints Constantine and Helen, Equals-to-the-Apostles.
Ukraine expects the opening of negotiation clusters with the EU and 90 billion euros in aid. The first tranches will arrive in the coming weeks after the conditions are met.
Zelenskyy and Vučić discussed strengthening relations and the official's visit to Belgrade. Ukraine seeks to resume negotiations on a free trade zone.
Marta Kos supported Kosovo's European integration and emphasized the importance of reforms. Pristina calls on the EU to grant the country official candidate status.
The first ten Eurovision finalists have been selected in Vienna. Ukrainian artist Leleka will perform in the second semi-final on May 14.
The first semi-final of Eurovision has started in Vienna, where 15 artists are competing for 10 spots in the final. Representatives from Italy and Germany will also perform.
Italy has the highest level of PM2. 5 pollution in Europe. Over 90% of Europeans live in conditions with air quality that is hazardous to health according to WHO standards.
Serbian NIS has been granted permission to operate until mid-June for oil imports. Belgrade expects Russian Gazprom Neft to withdraw from its shareholders.
The Miners drew with AZ and advanced on aggregate. Ukraine overtook Serbia in the UEFA table, the next opponent will be Crystal Palace.
Tisza party leader Péter Magyar stated the need to grant rights to Hungarians in Ukraine. The politician plans to meet with Zelenskyy to establish relations.
Parliamentary elections in Hungary recorded a turnout of 16. 89% in the first hours of voting. Viktor Orbán and Péter Magyar have already visited polling stations.
The Prime Minister of Slovakia and the President of Serbia expressed their support for Viktor Orbán during the vote. The politicians noted his contribution to the protection of sovereignty.
Mol Nyrt. will purchase 500,000 tons of American oil for $500 million. The deal will be announced at Viktor Orbán's meeting with the US Vice President.
Andriy Kovalenko stated Russia's probable involvement in the incident on the TurkStream. Serbian intelligence denied Orban's accusations against Ukraine.
Serbia's military security refuted Viktor Orban's statements about a Ukrainian trace in the sabotage. The explosives found near the pipeline turned out to be of American origin.
The head of Serbian intelligence reported on the preparation of an explosion on the gas pipeline by a person from a group of migrants. The discovered explosives had US markings.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Heorhiy Tykhyi called the incident a Russian false-flag operation. Ukraine rejects the accusations and links the event to the elections in Hungary.
Serbian security forces conducted a large-scale operation near Kanjiža due to a threat of sabotage on the gas pipeline. Packages with explosives were found, and security at facilities has been strengthened.
The Government of Serbia and UNDP have signed an agreement to finance the purchase of high-voltage transformers. The funds will be used to strengthen the resilience of the Ukrainian grid.
The President of Serbia proposed dialogue and early elections after the tragedy in Novi Sad. Opposition forces refused to meet and promised protests.
UNN has collected unique gastronomic Easter traditions from various countries. The review includes Italian colomba, Mexican capirotada, and Ukrainian paska.
Iceland and Norway want to join the EU for protection. The bloc prefers wealthy candidates over poorer Eastern countries, where Ukraine is also on the waiting list.
A network for recruiting residents to destabilize countries for money has been exposed in Eastern Europe. "Wagner" instructors teach them how to operate drones and protests.
The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that World War III is already underway. In his opinion, the global conflict began in Ukraine.
The Hungarian Foreign Minister confirmed contacts with his Russian counterpart on energy and security issues. The EU has restricted the exchange of classified data with Hungary due to the risk of leaks to Russia.
The President of Serbia warned of a global conflict due to raw material shortages. He does not rule out the use of tactical nuclear weapons in future clashes.
The Verkhovna Rada supported Ukraine's accession to the Convention on International Access to Justice. This simplifies the procedure for Ukrainian citizens to appeal to foreign courts.