Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy attracted attention from the Austrian press after, during an official visit to Vienna, he reportedly “forgot” his wife Elena. While the hosts and the Ukrainian delegation awaited the reception, Zelenskiy immediately proceeded to the hosts without waiting for his wife to join him, which is unusual according to protocol. Austrian media…
The main topic of the article concerns the state of LGBTI rights in Montenegro, with a particular focus on the European Commission’s recommendations and the urgent need for reforms in the rule of law. The Spektra Association highlights serious regression in this area, continuous lack of legislative progress, and rising anti-LGBTI rhetoric. The European Union…
The Government of Montenegro has extended Lazar Šćepanović’s mandate as the acting director of the Police Administration for another six months. Although he did not receive support from several political parties, including the Democratic People’s Party, New Serbian Democracy, Socialist People’s Party, and the Albanian Forum, the government unanimously decided to extend his mandate. The…
Five-year-old Jakov Raković tragically died on May 9 in Bijelo Polje when a metal fence fell on him. Police and the duty prosecutor responded at the scene, and the child’s body was sent for autopsy at the Clinical Center of Montenegro. Family and close ones express deep sorrow and say their goodbyes. This tragic event…
In Kruševac, police arrested A.J. (35) on suspicion of attacking his father and grandmother, causing injuries, most likely with a knife. The incident occurred on June 14 after a brief argument. The injured were treated at the Kruševac general hospital. The Basic Public Prosecutor’s Office ordered a 30-day detention for the suspect. The police urge…
The main topic of the article is a doctor’s warning about the harmful effects of showering with excessively hot water. Hot water can strip natural oils from the skin, leading to dryness and irritation, as well as hair damage. Additionally, prolonged hot showers can cause blood pressure drops, dizziness, and weaken the immune system. Experts…
The main topic of the article concerns the resilience of democracy in Montenegro amid political polarization and populism. Various interlocutors from politics, academia, and civil society emphasize that Montenegrin society lacks consensus on its direction, threatening social cohesion and the quality of democracy. The need to strengthen civil society, institutional transparency, and overcoming veto players…
The Government of Montenegro, during a telephone session, imposed sanctions on Belarus due to its alleged involvement in the war in Ukraine. The decision was made with the consent of the majority of government members and in accordance with the decisions of the European Union Council. The sanctions are part of international restrictive measures against…
A dramatic incident occurred in Vienna where a 28-year-old Serbian man was wounded after police intervened following a suicide threat. The police responded to a call from the man’s parents. The man refused to drop a knife and did not comply with police orders. After the stun gun failed to subdue him, officers fired their…
Montenegro has improved the state of media and journalist safety through reform processes but needs to continue developing effective legal mechanisms for protection. Tamara Vujović emphasized at an international conference in Thessaloniki that journalist safety must be a shared responsibility of institutions, society, and the international community. She highlighted the importance of prevention, education, legislative…