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Russia, Montenegro Trade Barbs Over Protests
Russia's Foreign Ministry denied having role in opposition protests in Podgorica as Montenegrin Prime Minister Milo Djukanovic again pointed the finger at Moscow as the alleged organizer of anti-goverment demonstrations.
Montenegro Protesters Fired Up by Poverty
Montenegrins who have been protesting for weeks for the resignation of veteran Prime Minister Milo Djukanovic's government took to the streets led by an opposition which is calling for fair elections and a tougher fight against corruption and organised crime.
Montenegro Opposition Mulls Options After Clashes
Montenegro's strongest opposition alliance, the Democratic Front, vowed on Sunday to continue and strengthen its "fight for freedom", after two of its officials were arrested when police broke up an anti-government demonstration late on Saturday in Podgorica.
Montenegrin police fire teargas to disperse opposition
Police in Montenegro on Oct. 24 fired teargas for the second successive weekend to break up around 5,000 protesters who marched on the parliament demanding the resignation of veteran Prime Minister Milo Djukanovic and snap elections.
Germany Puts in Place Tougher Asylum Rules
New, tougher asylum rules will take effect in Germany on Saturday, a week earlier than planned, as the country is faced with an unprecedented migrant influx, AFP has reported.
Montenegro Opposition Promises Peaceful Protest
The strongest opposition alliance, the Democratic Front, will stage a new rally in the capital Podgorica on Saturday to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Milo Djukanovic and early elections.
Kosovo Parliament Hit by Tear Gas Again
MPs from the opposition Vetevendosje (Self-Determination Movement) set off tear gas inside the parliament chamber on Friday, forcing lawmakers to evacuate.
They also set off gas in front of the parliamentary speaker's office just before the start of Friday's session.
Neighbors' UNESCO vote on Kosovo "to reflect on relations"
Foreign Minister Ivica Dacic has commented on Montenegro's and Macedonia's vote in favor of recommending Kosovo for membership in UNESCO.
Montenegro PM Says He Will Not Bow to Protests
Montenegrin Prime Minister Milo Djukanovic on Thursday said that his government had full legitimacy and will not quit in the face of opposition protests in the capital, Podgorica.
"Strong resistance to public enterprise reform"
Dusan Vujovic says the government has launched the public enterprise reform, but did not expect "people will try to stop the process in every way."
Kosovo opposition insists on annulment of Brussels agreement
Kosovo parliamentary opposition has not accepted President Atifete Jahjaga's initiative for talks with government officials.
They want the government to fist give up on the Brussels agreement with Belgrade and a demarcation agreement with Montenegro.
Protesters in Podgorica Demand Resignation of Montenegro's Government
Several thousand people continued their protests in the capital of Montenegro on Sunday, calling on the government of Prime Minister Milo Djukanovic to resign.
Tensions ran high as the security measures were heightened after violent clashes between protesters and riot police had taken place on Saturday, Balkan Insight informs.
Podgorica Protesters Give PM Six Days to Resign
Several thousand people continued to demonstrate in Podgorica on Sunday to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Milo Djukanovic's administration.
Tensions were high as anti-government protesters gathered amid tight security following violent clashes on Saturday when riot police dispersed demonstrators.
More Clashes as Police Break-up Podgorica Protest
Police in Montenegro fired tear gas on Saturday to disband hundreds of protesters who have been calling for the government to resign and hold early elections amid allegations of corruption and election fraud.
At least three opposition leaders and several MPs were injured during the violence, which erupted when protesters tried to march toward the parliament headquarters in Podgorica.
Best retailers in Slovenia, worst in Montenegro
Retailers in Slovenia are the best in the region and are followed by their colleagues in Serbia, while Montenegro is a synonym for poor retail service.