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MEDITERRANEAN: More deaths and rescues ― German government to stop funding ‘civil fleet’ ― Spanish police investigating murders of people on the move near Balearic Islands ― NGO report reveals use of torture against people on the move ― Greece deploys …
There have been more deaths and NGO-led rescues along the Mediterranean migration routes. The German government has announced that it is cancelling the funding that it has been providing to search and rescue NGOs since 2022. Spanish police have...

OSCE Presence delivers specialized training on sectorial analysis of financial crimes for Albanian State Police
In support of Albania’s National Strategy for the Prevention of Money Laundering and Financing of Terrorism, the OSCE Presence in Albania organized a three-day training programme on sectorial analysis on financial crimes, from 17 to 19 June 2025....

SC Capital Holding in Advanced Talks for Strategic Hospitality Acquisition in Cyprus
ZUG, Switzerland, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Switzerland-based SC Capital Holding AG confirmed today that it is in late-stage discussions to acquire a landmark luxury hotel on the southern coast of Cyprus, marking the firm’s entry into the...

Hakan Fidan Joins SEECP Summit
(MENAFN) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is scheduled to participate in the summit of the Heads of State and Government of the South-East European Cooperation Process (SEECP), which will take place on Monday in Albania. According to...

Fibank enters the Greek market
SOFIA, BULGARIA, July 1, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Fibank (First Investment Bank), the largest Bulgarian-owned bank, is expanding its regional presence by directly offering services in the Republic of Greece. Through the My Fibank mobile...

Piero Cipollone: The quest for cheaper and faster cross-border payments: regional and global solutions
Speech by Piero Cipollone, Member of the Executive Board of the ECB, at the BIS Annual General Meeting Basel, 27 June 2025 Cross-border retail payments are the subject of increasing attention. This is for two main reasons. First, they play a...

Los Cabos Fashion Week® 2025 Powered by FDLA: Latin American Luxury, Innovation, and Artistry Shine in Paradise
Los Cabos Fashion Week® 2025 will take place from July 23–27, 2025, at the iconic ME Cabo, a luxury lifestyle hotel. CABO SAN LUCAS, MEXICO, June 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Los Cabos Fashion Week® 2025 will take place from July 23–27, 2025,...

Queen Máxima welcomes partners of world leaders in Rotterdam
NETHERLANDS, June 25 - News item | 25-06-2025 | 16:06 In the context of the 2025 NATO Summit, a special programme was held on Wednesday 25 June for the partners of the heads of state and government in attendance. Queen Máxima and Prime Minister...

Business Faculty Feature: Mirjeta Beqiri
May 22, 2025 | Gonzaga University News Service Learn more about Gonzaga's professors through our Faculty Features! In this installment, you’ll get to know business professor Mirjeta Beqiri and her native home, Albania! Responses have been edited...

Steering Committee Meeting of Regional Trial Monitoring Project Shows Unified Commitment to Justice Reform in Kosovo
Prishtinë/Priština, 20 June 2025 - The OSCE Mission in Kosovo hosted the Steering Committee meeting for the Regional Trial Monitoring Project on Combatting Organised Crime and Corruption in the Western Balkans in Prishtinë/Priština on 19 June...

EU Expands Sanctions on Russia
(MENAFN) European Commission head Ursula von der Leyen on Friday underlined the European Union’s cohesion and firm resolve in backing Ukraine’s independence. During the European Political Community (EPC) gathering in Tirana, the capital of...

OSCE Presence builds capacities of Albanian judges and prosecutors on investigative and adjudicating techniques on money laundering
On 19 and 20 May 2025, the Albanian School of Magistrates in close co-operation with the OSCE Presence in Albania held a specialized capacity-building training aimed at strengthening the skills of judges and prosecutors in investigating and...

Timor-Leste kicks off negotiations to join Government Procurement Agreement
Ambassador Antonio Da Conceicao of Timor-Leste stated to the Committee: "Joining the Government Procurement Agreement is part of a broader national strategy to strengthen good governance, align with international standards and support our...

AIDA Country Report on Belgium – Update on 2024
|Published on: 18th June 2025|Categories: News| The updated AIDA Country Report on Belgium provides a detailed overview on legislative and practice-related developments in asylum procedures, reception conditions, detention of asylum applicants and...

European Officials Confirm Backing for Moldova
(MENAFN) European authorities reiterated their backing for Moldova on Friday. Following discussions with Moldovan President Maia Sandu during the European Political Community gathering in Albania, the heads of government from the United Kingdom,...

European Powers Pledge Support for Moldova's Democratic Path, Resilience
(MENAFN) Top European leaders have reiterated their commitment to supporting Moldova's democratic path and resilience. Following a meeting with Moldovan President Maia Sandu at the European Political Community summit in Albania on Friday, key...

British Premier Promises to Retake Control of Borders
(MENAFN) During a recent trip to Albania, UK Premier Keir Starmer vowed to intensify efforts against human trafficking networks, emphasizing a renewed partnership with Albania in the battle against unlawful migration to the United Kingdom. While...

N2OFF is Increasing its Investment in Melz Project to Explore Additional 40-60 MW Battery Storage
Neve Yarak, Israel, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- N2OFF, Inc.(NASDAQ: NITO) (FSE:80W) (“N2OFF” and the “Company”), a clean tech company engaged in sustainable and innovative solutions for solar energy and agri-tech markets, today announced...

At Ukraine-Southeast Europe Summit, Minister Fajon warns of detained civilians, including journalists
SLOVENIA, June 11 - A complete and unconditional ceasefire is now more urgent than ever. It is equally essential to find those responsible for crimes committed: "The Russian leadership must be held accountable for war crimes, crimes against...

England suffers first in history soccer defeat to African team
(MENAFN) Senegal’s national football team defeated England 3-1 in an international friendly on Tuesday in Nottingham, marking England’s first-ever loss to an African side. With this win, Senegal extended its unbeaten streak in international...