Extremism

2013-06-18Kosovo's parliament needs to pass the amnesty law before the Belgrade-Pristina agreement can be implemented, Serbia officials said.

2013-06-18Brutality by police also undermines prospects for Turkey's EU candidacy, according to officials.

2013-06-17Additional local judges and prosecutors and better protections for witnesses are among key steps.

2013-06-17Corruption among public officials in Kosovo will "undermine the progress of the country" and "slow down" its path toward the EU, international and local experts warn.

2013-06-15Six people were sentenced last month to 111 years in prison for crimes committed in the 1990s conflict.

2013-06-15Kosovo and Montenegro are making efforts to improve the status of minorities.

2013-06-14The prime minister and others dismiss criticism about the government's harsh response to demonstrations in Istanbul and other cities.

2013-06-13Officials in the EU warn that the government's harsh treatment of Taksim Square demonstrators could slow its bid to join the Union.

2013-06-12Presevo Valley Albanians want the same rights as Serbs in northern Kosovo.

2013-06-12Many, particularly believers in Muslim-majority countries, said authorities should act more vigorously.

2013-06-12Clashes between protesters and police began early on Tuesday.

2013-06-10Excessive force by police could make it harder for Turkey to proceed with the process to join the EU.

2013-06-06Psychological support to soldiers and their families is just as important as field medicine, military experts said.

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2013-06-01Opinions differ on whether street protests are an effective tool.

2013-05-31EULEX prosecutors are currently investigating more than 100 war crimes charges

2013-05-29Changing laws to implement the agreement will be a challenge for both Pristina and Belgrade.

2013-05-28Strong co-operation among nations is essential in the fight against terrorism, according to Balkan experts.

2013-05-28Officials said the investigation should result in the first official tally of the weapons cache.

2013-05-27A recent conference highlights the need for regional countries to work together to address inter-ethnic conflicts, organised crime and terrorism.