An opposition alliance called a protest after assailants recently beat up, seriously injured a leftist party leader and associates in southern Serbian city.
Balkan Nations articles on Democracy Chronicles
The Balkan Nations in Eastern and Southeastern Europe are in a key region to watch in regard to the progress of world democracy. The struggle for democracy in the countries of Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, the Republic of Macedonia, Montenegro and Slovenia is covered here. Also see our separated out articles on Bulgaria, Romania and Serbia. And be sure to check out our section on World Democracy.
VIDEO: A Democratic Malaise In Post-Communist Europe?
Ivan Krastev talks on the neglecting factor that has cause failure of democracy to take hold in Russia and for its current backsliding in Central Europe.
Low Turnout in Macedonia Name-Change Referendum
Few Macedonians turned out to vote in a referendum on whether to change the name of their country — a move towards joining NATO and the European Union.
VIDEO: Remembering Red Square Protest August 1968
On Remembering Red Square Protest August 1968, WoodrowWilsonCenter 17 September hosted event on topic: “For your freedom and ours” Remembering the Red Square Protest of August 1968.
Macedonian Name Change Vote is Altering National Politics
President Gjorge Ivanov of Macedonia says he won’t vote in a Sept. 30 referendum on whether to change the Balkan country’s name to “North Macedonia.”
Moderate Parties in Slovenia Sign Deal to Form Government
Moderate parties signed an agreement to form a center-left government in Slovenia, sidelining right-wing group that won an inconclusive election in June.
Hundreds Protest Attack on Montenegro Journalist
Protests in Montenegro after unknown assailants shot and wounded a prominent crime and corruption reporter
Déjà Vu: Tear Gas Released in Kosovo’s Parliament Again
Kosovo’s political opposition released tear gas into a parliamentary session in order to prevent a border agreement
Milosevic musical staged in Kosovo explores dictator’s legacy
The “Slobodan Show” premieres Tuesday in Gracanica, a Serb enclave in Kosovo exploring his personality cult
Albanian Democracy Tested in Key Parliamentary Election
Albanians are voting in a key parliamentary election that follows a landmark agreement