Slovenia
Janša’s return to power revives concerns in Brussels and the Western Balkans
The new prime minister is re-entering office under renewed scrutiny over his illiberal track record
Latest news
- Accession conference scheduled
Montenegro to provisionally close Chapter 2 and Chapter 28 on 15 June
12.06.2026. - “Increased stability”
NATO will gradually reduce the peacekeeping force in Kosovo over the next year
12.06.2026. - State Department confirms
US lifts the “non grata” designation on Sali Berisha
12.06.2026. - Meeting in Sofia
Siljanovska-Davkova and Iotova agreed to continue the discussions on difficult issues
11.06.2026. - “Ambitious agenda”
Irish Presidency of the Council of EU: “The rule of law should be upheld in candidate countries”
11.06.2026.
Re-form for Growth: Small Grant Facility
Open call for CSOs in the Western Balkans! Secure a small grant to monitor public spending and drive implementation of national Reform Agendas.
Explainers
From silence to scandalHow shooting in Belgrade’s restaurant exposed ties between Serbia’s police and organized crime?
The case of the General Staff buildingsHow did Jared Kushner’s company project pit the Serbian ruling party against the judiciary?
Interviews
Interview
EWB Interview Reuten: Albania and Montenegro can be accommodated within the existing EU structure
Interview
EWB Interview Gorčević: Drafting of the Accession Treaty will further reinforce our reform efforts
Opinions & Editorials
From concept to realizationThe Staged Accession Model, five years on
Balcanoscope
European Western Balkans Newsletter
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Serbia Elects
Complete overview
Parliamentary groups in the new Serbian National Assembly
International reactions
Serbia to implement ODIHR recommendations without delay
