Latest News from Montenegro
UN Blames Kosovo Opposition For Stalling Dialogue
The violent acts of the Kosovo opposition parties have resulted in the postponement of some agreements between Belgrade and Pristina, especially concerning the formation of an Association of Serb-majority municipalities in Kosovo, the UN chief has said in his quarterly report to the Security Council.
The Security Council will review the situation in Kosovo on February 24.
Germany's Lothar Matthaus to Come to Sofia for Stoichkov's Birthday Show
Germany's Lothar Matthaus is the latest player to confirm his participation at the show celebrating the 50th anniversary of Bulgarian football legend Hristo Stoichkov which will take place at the Vasil Levski National Stadium in Sofia on May 20.
Matthaus will be the fourth Ballon d'Or holder to participate in the show along with Stoichkov, Roberto Baggio and Jean-Pierre Papin.
Southeast Europe Urges Strict Control of EU External Borders at Sofia Meeting
In a joint statement, Southeastern European countries have callef for stricter border controls at the EU's external frontiers, Bulgaria's Foreign Minister Daniel Mitov said on Tuesday.
Mitov's remark came as Bulgaria hosted an informal meeting of states that are part of the South-East European Cooperation Process (SEECP), which at the moment is rotationally chaired by Bulgaria.
Bulgaria, Montenegro Sign Social Security Agreement
A bilateral security agreement between Bulgaria and Montenegro signed on Monday will pave Montenegro's way to EU accession talks, Bulgarian Deputy PM and Labor Minister Ivaylo Kalfin has said.
Kalfin is one of the Bulgarian officials who met Igor Luksic, Montenegro's Foreign Minister, during his visit to Sofia.
Investor Pledges to Guard Mamula Fort Heritage
The Swiss-Egyptian investor in the controversial plans to turn former prison camp into a hotel, has insisted it will preserve the camp's hertage.
Orascom company pledged that the 15 million euro project to convert the Mamula fort into a luxury resort will fully respect the history of the now largely-abandoned site.
Amid Political Turmoil, Kosovo Parliament Extends Holiday
The chairman of parliament, Kadri Veseli, said on Monday that the date of the next assembly session is yet to be decided because MPs' holidays have been extended until next month.
"Many members of parliament are abroad until February, and we are planning to hold a presidency meeting by the beginning of February to decide on the dates of the parliamentary sessions," Veseli said.
Anti-Govt Protesters Rally in Montenegro
Hundreds of protesters rallied in the streets of Podgorica carrying banners "He is done" and shouting "Milo thief!" in reference to Prime Minister Milo Djukanovic.
The rally was organised by Montenegro's main opposition alliance, the Democratic Front, against the cabinet and its key members before a key parliamentary confidence vote on Monday in the government.