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Sat, 4 Jul 2009 23:19:00 GMT

Ivo Sanader: Croatian leader who broke with war past

Sanader declined to spell out the reasons for his move but hinted at frustration with Croatia's stalled bid to become the European Union's next member by 2011. Zagreb -- Ivo Sanader, who resigned as Croatia's prime minister last week, is credited with
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 23:19:00 GMT

Confusion over Albanian polls over, coalition talks begin

Tirana - Despite the confusion over the outcome of Albania's parliamentary election, a majority was likely to be established Saturday as the small opposition LSI party agreed to enter the coalition led by conservative Albanian Prime Minister Sali
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 23:12:00 GMT

Macedonia confirms first two cases of H1N1 flu virus

SKOPJE, July 4 (Reuters) - Macedonia has confirmed its first cases of the new H1N1 flu virus in two patients who caught the virus abroad, said Health Minister Bujar Osmani on Saturday. 'With the new data we have confirmed our first two positive cases of
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 22:58:00 GMT

Anarcho-syndicalist statement on resignation of Croatian Prime Minister

MASAâ??s official statement: Resignation of the Prime Minister of Croatia, dr. sc. Ivo Sanader On the first day of July 2009, Croatian Prime Minister dr. sc. Ivo Sanader, who is also the president of Hrvatska demokratska zajednica (eng. Croatian
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 22:37:00 GMT

The beautiful refugee from Bosnia who clinched the ?7.3bn deal that saved Barclays

In glittering diamonds worth millions, white fur and a dress that showed off her enviable figure to its best, it was little wonder that she turned heads as she arrived at the high society party in London. This is Diana Jenkins, 36-year-old wife of
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 22:03:00 GMT

Daniel Nestor of Canada (L) and Nenad Zimonjic of Serbia hold ...

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Sat, 4 Jul 2009 21:48:00 GMT

European Commission adopts a Multi-annual Indicative Planning Document for Bosnia and Herzegovina for the years 2009-2011

The European Commission adopted today the strategic directions of EU financial assistance for Bosnia and Herzegovina. The Multi-annual Indicative Planning Document ? MIPD for the years 2009-2011 defines that financial assistance to Bosnia and
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 21:31:00 GMT

Macedonia reports its first swine flu cases

Macedonia has reported its first two confirmed swine flu cases. Health Minister Bujar Osmani said Saturday the two patients had been hospitalized, but are now fully recovered. Osmani declined to identify the victims or say how they had come in contact
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 21:21:00 GMT

Diving results at Belgrade Universiade

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Sat, 4 Jul 2009 20:45:00 GMT

Albanian Party Agrees To Join Government After Split Vote (DJ)

TIRANA, Albania (AFP)--A center-left Albanian party accepted Saturday Prime Minister Sali Berisha's invitation to join him and form a government after closely-fought general elections last weekend ended in a split vote. 'I accept Mr. Berisha's
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 20:44:00 GMT

Court Told Storm Crimes *Not Ordered" by Croat Generals

Courtside A former Croatian soldier describes a post-battle atmosphere of euphoria and lawlessness and says generals were not responsible for crimes against civilians. By Velma Saric in Sarajevo (TU No 608, 03-July-09) An ex-soldier who fought under
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 20:03:00 GMT

Ex-Serbian Security Chief Absent as First Witness Testifies

Courtside Judges reject Jovica Stanisics claim that he is unfit to attend court and proceeds without him. By Andrew W Maki in Brussels (TU No 608, 03-July-09) Former Serbian security chief Jovica Stanisic failed to get his war crimes trial adjourned this
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 20:03:00 GMT

Karadzic Trial Unlikely to Start Before September

Courtside Pre-trial judge calls on prosecution to simplify case to avoid a lengthy trial. By Rory Gallivan in London (TU No 608, 03-July-09) Radovan Karadzics war crimes trial at the Hague tribunal is unlikely to start before September and the
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 20:02:00 GMT

Presidents open Greek cultural center in Belgrade

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Sat, 4 Jul 2009 18:34:00 GMT

Croatia appoints first woman PM

ZAGREB: Croatian President Stipe Mesic yesterday named the country's first female prime minister-designate, who is to form a new government after the unexpected resignation of Ivo Sanader. Jadranka Kosor 'gave me valid evidence that she has a necessary
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:32:00 GMT

Canada loses to Spain; Croatia beats Argentina at under-19 worlds

AUCKLAND, New Zealand - Mangisto Arop of Edmonton had 17 points and six rebounds but it wasn't enough as Canada fell 82-75 to Spain on Saturday at the FIBA under-19 world basketball championships. The loss puts Canada in third place in Group C at 1-2
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:30:00 GMT

Croatia moves to fill vacuum after PM quits

ZAGREB: Croatia moved yesterday to swiftly fill the vacuum a day after the sudden resignation of Prime Minister Ivo Sanader shocked the country facing a serious economic crisis and blocked EU talks. 'Everything will be done quickly in order not to leave
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:27:00 GMT

Albania opposition says too early to claim vote win

TIRANA: Albania's opposition Socialist Party said yesterday it was premature for any party to claim victory ahead of the final results of the country's election the ruling Democratic Party has already claimed it has won. Prime Minister Sali Berisha said
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:27:00 GMT

Croatia closer to first woman PM

Mr Sanader had backed Ms Kosor, his former deputy, to replace him Croatia's ruling party has elected prime minister-designate Jadranka Kosor as the party's new head after the surprise resignation of Ivo Sanader. 'I will lead both the government and the
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 16:54:00 GMT

Austrian sailboat sinks close to Croatian islands

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Sat, 4 Jul 2009 16:50:00 GMT

Croatian president authorizes Kosor to form new gov't

'Ms. Kosor has presented evidence showing that in the present make-up of the Sabor (national parliament) she has the backing of the required majority,' Mesic was quoted as saying by the Croatian news agency HINA. Mesic said that it was now up to the
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 16:47:00 GMT

Croatian parliament accepts PM resignation

The Croatian parliament on Thursday passed a decision accepting Prime Minister Ivo Sanader's resignation and the decision will become effective the moment a new prime minister receives a vote of confidence. A total of 118 deputies voted for Sanader's
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 16:46:00 GMT

Polish, Serbian FMs discuss EU, bilateral affairs

Addressing a joint press conference, Sikorski said that relations between Poles and Serbians are traditionally excellent, while relations between the two countries are very good. However, the Polish minister added that there are also one or two issues on
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 16:46:00 GMT

Croatia reports first swine flu case

SPLIT -- A 60-year-old woman who traveled from Sydney to Split on July 1 has become Croatia's first documented case of swine flu. Radio Free Europe states the woman is an Australian national, who is currently recovering at home. The media reports that
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 16:27:00 GMT

Croatia's Smoking Ban Takes Off and Takes Ashtrays Away

Stop Smoking- the staunch slogan of the Croatian Government slammed against 'Stop Smoking Ban' clamor of coffee shop owners after the Croatian government implemented its strict law against smoking on indoor public places on May 6, 2009. The government is
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 16:15:00 GMT

Kosovo becomes member of IMF and World Bank

On June 29, the Republic of Kosovo became full member of International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group as Kosovar leadership signed the original Articles of agreement with both institutions. The Republic of Kosovo became the 186th member of the
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Confusion over Albanian polls over, coalition talks begin - Summary

Tirana - Despite the confusion over the outcome of Albania's parliamentary election, a majority was likely to be established Saturday as the small opposition LSI party agreed to enter the coalition led by conservative Albanian Prime Minister Sali
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 14:16:00 GMT

Croatia's Premier Sanader loses no sleep after quitting (News Feature)

Zagreb - 'I slept well, how about you,' Croatian Prime Minister Ivo Sanader asked reporters Thursday, a day after he dropped a bomb on his nation by announcing that he was resigning and then refusing to explain why. Newspapers offered a host of theories
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 14:15:00 GMT

Albanian ruling party invites small opposition to form new government

TIRANA, July 4 (Xinhua) -- Albania's ruling Democratic Party has invited a small opposition party to join it to form a new government, Prime Minister Sali Berisha said on Saturday. 'We have sent an invitation to the Socialists Party for Integration (LSI)
Sat, 4 Jul 2009 14:08:00 GMT

Milutinovic: the Serb who united Iraq

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Sat, 4 Jul 2009 13:55:00 GMT