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Day: March 23, 2026

Meloni voices regret for a missed opportunity to modernize Italy

Premier Giorgia Meloni voiced regret for a missed opportunity to modernise Italy after her government’s Constitutional reform of the country’s justice system was defeated in a referendum Sunday and Monday. “Sovereignty belongs to the people, and Italians have expressed themselves…

Global audiobook market grows, Croatia seeking its place

ZAGREB, 23 March (Hina) – The global audiobook market is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 25.7% until 2033, while Croatia’s market remains in its early stages, though expanding in both production and users, according to industry…

Albanian Lionel Mesi talks about the pressure that comes with his name

Lionel Messi is undoubtedly one of the best and most beloved footballers in the history of the sport. The Argentine is an idol for many athletes around the world. But Albanians now have their own Messi. We’re talking about athlete…

Bulgaria Urges Citizens to Leave Middle East as Security Risks Near Critical Levels

The risks facing Bulgarian citizens in conflict-affected countries in the Middle East are close to turning into a direct threat, Deputy Foreign Minister Marin Raykov told reporters on Monday, commenting on the elevated security risk levels in the region. He…

Government Council for National Security appoints new Coast Guard chief, approves armaments programs

The Government Council for National Security (KYSEA) convened on Monday, chaired by Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. According to government sources, Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis and National Defence Minister Nikos Dendias briefed the Council on the latest diplomatic and military developments…

Regional nations offer condolences to Türkiye and Qatar over helicopter crash

Gulf countries along with Iraq, Jordan and Syria offered their condolences Sunday to Türkiye and Qatar over a helicopter crash in Qatar’s territorial waters that claimed the lives of members of the Turkish Armed Forces, Turkish defense company ASELSAN and…

PACE President expresses solidarity with Cyprus from Nicosia

The Presidential Committee of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) expressed solidarity with Cyprus and its people during a meeting with President Nikos Christodoulides at the Presidential Palace on Monday morning. “Cyprus remains a safe place,” PACE President Petra…

Romania marks World Water Day, highlights equitable access to water as a public-health priority

Equitable access to water remains a fundamental condition for public health, dignity and sustainable development, authorities stressed on World Water Day. This year’s theme – ‘Water and Gender’, under the slogan ‘Where Water Flows, Equality Grows’ – underscores the need…

“Expoforest 2026’ opens in Tirana, showcasing Albania’s forest wealth and heritage

TIRANA, March 23  /ATSH/ The National Forestry Agency has been transformed into a dedicated exhibition space, hosting ‘Expoforest 2026,’ an initiative that showcases the wealth and history of the country’s forest resources.  Minister of Environment calls forestry exhibition vital for sector growth and forest protection.  Open…

CDT: Good neighborly relations often used for politicize tensions

Podgorica, (MINA) – The principle of Good Neighborly Relations (GNR) is often used as a tool to politicize existing tensions between EU member states and candidate countries, according to an analysis by the Center for Democratic Transition (CDT). The CDT…