News Roundups

Weekly news roundups compiled by Hristo Voynov (Eastern and Central Europe) and Eva Jovanova (The Balkans).

Compiled by Hristo Voynov and Eva Jovanova   1. Polish senators rejected the President’s proposed referendum that was planned for Poland’s centennial anniversary. It is a blow for the President ...

Compiled by Eva Jovanova and Hristo Voynov   1. Romanian political elite attacked by “Massive Attack” this Tuesday. The British electronic band, showing anti-corruption slogans on stage, showed its Unfinished ...

Compiled by Eva Jovanova and Hristo Voynov   1. “Kosovo fulfills the criteria for visa liberalization” stated the European Commission this Wednesday. During a joint press conference with Kosovo’s President ...

Compiled by Hristo Voynov and Eva Jovanova   1. Czechia finally has a ruling coalition, after months of uncertainty. Prime Minister Andrej Babis’ ANO party was able to find a ...

Compiled by Eva Jovanova and Hristo Voynov   1. Macedonia’s Parliament ratified the name agreement for the second time yesterday. Despite the boycott of the biggest opposition party, VMRO-DPMNE, despite ...