Europe is waiting for a clear answer from Belgrade regarding its strategic orientation, while the messages from Brussels and Berlin are becoming increasingly direct.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called on Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić not to try to maintain a balanced policy between Russia, China and the European Union.
According to Merz, such an approach is no longer sustainable in the current geopolitical context, where international tensions and political divisions have deepened. He stressed that countries aiming for membership in the European Union must be clear in their orientation and align themselves with EU policies and values.
"Europe cannot be just one option among many others. If Serbia sees its future in the European Union, then it must clearly demonstrate that it is ready to follow this path unequivocally," said Merz, underlining that the policy of "balancing" between the great powers is being viewed with less and less understanding in Brussels.
He added that the door to the European Union remains open for Serbia, but that this door is not automatic and requires clear political decisions, internal reforms and harmonization with the union's foreign policy.
On the other hand, after the summit where EU enlargement and relations with the Western Balkans were discussed, the Serbian president stated that he had held important and constructive talks with European leaders.
He stressed that Serbia remains committed to the European integration process, but at the same time will continue to protect its national interests and its foreign policy.
This debate reflects the growing pressure on Serbia to more clearly define its position in relation to the EU, especially at a time when the European Union is demanding more political unity and strategic security from candidate countries. /Telegraph/
Scientists have used artificial intelligence (AI) to develop a new vaccine that could protect against a wide range of viruses and potentially help prevent future pandemics.
A team of experts from the University of Cambridge has confirmed that this is the first time in history that a key component of a vaccine has been designed entirely with the help of AI and then successfully tested in humans.
The new vaccine is designed to target all coronaviruses, including not only existing variants of COVID-19, but also viruses circulating in animals that could in the future jump to humans, potentially causing a new global crisis.
Traditional vaccines are usually developed based on the current active strain of the virus. However, as viruses constantly mutate and change their structure, vaccines often lose effectiveness and need to be updated regularly.
This time, Cambridge scientists have taken a completely different approach. They have collected the genetic codes of a large number of coronaviruses from global databases used to monitor viral threats.
Artificial intelligence then analyzed this data and identified the common and unchanging parts that exist between all these viruses, writes the BBC .
Then, artificial intelligence designed an artificial "super-antigen," a key component of the vaccine that teaches the immune system what to recognize and attack.
This super-antigen trains the body to identify and fight any virus from that family, even if it mutates or if a completely new infection emerges that jumps from animals to humans.
"We are always one step behind viruses. What we are trying to do is stay ahead of them, and so far ahead that we can protect ourselves from completely new epidemics or pandemics. This represents a fundamental change in the way we prepare for health crises," Professor Jonathan Heeney from the University of Cambridge told the BBC.
The first phase of clinical trials has been conducted on 39 people, with the main goal of verifying the safety of this technology. The results published in the prestigious Journal of Infection show that the vaccine is safe, while the initial impact on the immune system has been assessed as “moderate”. However, the scientific community remains optimistic about further developments.
A second study is currently underway with around 200 participants, which is expected to provide more accurate data on the strength and quality of the immune response.
Although some independent experts, including Professor Andy Pollard from Oxford, urge caution until larger studies in humans are completed (noting that the human immune system is much more complex than that of laboratory models), there is a general consensus that artificial intelligence represents a turning point that could significantly accelerate drug development and contribute to saving millions of lives. /Telegraph
The Administrative Court has rejected the request of the Chief Prosecutor of the Special Prosecution Office, Blerim Isufaj, for the imposition of a security measure aimed at suspending the competition for the position of Chief State Prosecutor until the end of the administrative conflict initiated against the Kosovo Prosecutorial Council (KPK).
"The Administrative Court-General Department, with decision AP.nr.90/2026 dated 05.06.2026, has rejected as unfounded the request of the plaintiff BI, which requested the assignment of a security measure to postpone the execution of the decision of the Kosovo Prosecutorial Council KPK.nr.268/2026 dated 18.05.2026 on the announcement of the public competition for the position of Chief State Prosecutor, until the final settlement of the administrative conflict," the announcement states.
The court assessed that the plaintiff had failed to prove the existence of a risk of causing serious and irreparable damage, as a condition for the imposition of a security measure. It was also found that the contested decision concerns the opening of a public competition procedure and does not constitute a final decision for the selection or appointment of any candidate.
"The decision-making also took into account the public interest related to the regular and effective functioning of the prosecutorial system, assessing that the suspension of the competition procedure at this stage is not reasonable. Against this decision, the dissatisfied parties have the right to appeal within 7 (seven) days from the date of its receipt, to the Court of Appeal of Kosovo," the announcement states.
Former US Ambassador to Kosovo, Jeff Hovenier, has stated that President Donald Trump's administration has proven to be transactional in its approach towards international partners.
In an interview with Rubikon, which will be broadcast after the end of the central news edition on Klan Kosova, he said that the Trump administration is ready to make agreements with parties that show interest, while the lack of readiness for cooperation could affect the level of American engagement.
“The Trump administration has proven to be transactional. If you are willing to make a deal, do it; if not, you are not interested. If Kosovo does not respond to the Trump administration’s offer for LNG, then the Trump administration will lose even more interest in Kosovo, and any action regarding energy dialogue and partnership strengthens Kosovo as a partner. Any action contrary to this takes the potential elsewhere,” Hovenier declared.
An increasingly common sight in the waters of Orikum Bay is the appearance of the Monaka seal, one of the rarest and most endangered marine mammals in the world.
In recent days, this particular species has been frequently spotted near the coast, attracting the attention of residents, tourists, and tour operators.
Its presence is considered an important indicator of the quality of the marine ecosystem in the Karaburun and Sazan areas.
The Monk Seal finds suitable conditions for food and rest in this marine park, away from the noise and heavy urban pollution.
One of the most important debates of the June 7 election campaign is being held on the "Debat Plus" show, where the vice presidents of the four main political entities in the country face each other.
Confusion about the presidential issue: Vjosa Osmani became a topic from the LDK only when they realized that she is not our choice
The Vice President of the Vetëvendosje Movement, Glauk Konjufca, has stated that Kosovo has been sent to elections by political entities that, according to him, have not offered concrete proposals for overcoming the political situation.
Konjufca, at "Debat Plus" in Dukagjin, stated that the country has faced a "tight political situation", where the Vetëvendosje Movement has been forced to act, as according to him, not proposing a candidate for president would be an even more problematic situation.
Konjufca stated that during the 48 hours before the decisive developments, efforts were made for a political agreement, including meetings between Prime Minister Albin Kurti and representatives of the LDK and PDK.
According to him, discussions with the PDK have been more complicated due to their approach to the election of the president, which he considered to be oriented towards a party figure.
As for the LDK, Konjufca said that initially it seemed easier to reach an agreement, but according to him, the parties have not managed to agree on a common name for president.
He added that the issue of Vjosa Osmani was raised only after, according to him, the LDK realized that it was not VV's choice.
"I think that both last year and this year, Kosovo was sent to elections by those who did not give any concrete proposals to get out of the situation we found ourselves in, and then when time ran out and we came to that 'bottleneck' of the process, then the LVV acted because it would have been even more scandalous for us not to propose a president at all - as the party that received 51% of the citizens' votes. All of this has happened in the last 48 hours - 48 hours before this happened, we have had all the sincere efforts, Prime Minister Kurti has had several meetings with the Democratic League of Kosovo and the Democratic Party of Kosovo. To be honest, the debate with the PDK has been more complicated, the discussion because the form in which the PDK has written the election of the president has been difficult for us to accept because it seemed that the PDK wanted a party president who would directly belong to the PDK, while with the LDK it initially seemed to us "It was easier because they themselves proposed the non-partisan president, but then when we came to opening that topic, it seemed to us that we were unable to come up with a common name because Abdixhiku did not give a specific name - the issue of Vjosa Osmani became a topic only when they realized that it would not be our choice," said Konjufca.
Ismaili: Vetëvendosje attempted to impose Kurti's will in negotiations
The Vice President of the Democratic Party of Kosovo (PDK), Uran Ismaili, in confrontation with his opponents, vice presidents of political parties from LVV, LDK and AAK, has shown how the country fared in the elections.
Ismaili said that the Vetëvendosje Movement, which had 51% of the votes, wanted to dominate the discourse of the negotiations as well.
"If we call them negotiations, because they invited us as such, they wanted to dominate the discourse with their proposals and with the desire to impose the ever-increasing will of Albin Kurti in that discussion. The Democratic Party of Kosovo has read early on this desire of Mr. Kurti to impose his opinion and we have finally asked you for a letter.
"We have requested that the negotiations not become closed and hidden," he said.
Kica-Xhelili: Kurti's thirst for power led Kosovo to elections
The Vice President of the Democratic League of Kosovo, Doarsa Kica-Xhelili, has accused the acting Prime Minister, Albin Kurti, of leading the country to elections due to, as she put it, "hunger for power."
During the election debate, Kica-Xhelili stated that Kurti intends to concentrate as much power as possible in his hands, claiming that he wants to control the main state institutions.
"Crystal clear, Kosovo has been led to elections by a thirst for power. An incumbent prime minister who wants to be both prime minister, mayor, president, and even chief prosecutor," she said.
According to her, Kurti's recent statements about the prosecutorial system show the intention to violate the independence of justice institutions.
"If you listened to Kurti's latest interview, he makes comparisons between the Kosovo prosecutorial system and the American one, implying that Kosovo does not need an independent prosecutor's office. This accurately shows his intention to control everything," said Kica-Xhelili.
She added that, according to her, the current political crisis suits Vetëvendosje, as it diverts attention from the problems in governance.
"In addition to not wanting to govern, this crisis is suiting them. This crisis is hiding all the theft and atrocities that are happening in state institutions, creating imaginary enemies and using a discourse as if everyone is against them," she declared.
Kica-Xhelili said that the political confrontation should focus on the results of governance and, according to her, on the "hunger for power" of the incumbent prime minister.
Otherwise, tonight one of the most important debates of the election campaign for the June 7 elections is taking place. In the most watched political show in the country, "Debat Plus" on TV Dukagjini, the vice presidents of the four main political parties face each other, discussing the programs, promises and challenges that await citizens after the elections.
Tahiri: The presidential issue was a political spectacle for the LVV
The Vice President of the Alliance for the Future of Kosovo (AAK), Besnik Tahiri, has stated that the Vetëvendosje Movement had the right to form a government after the elections, being the winner with 51 percent of the votes.
But Tahiri said that the political process and consultations for the election of the president have been a "political spectacle," adding that from the beginning, a unifying president was not intended.
On Debat Plus, he also mentioned the voting process for the president, saying that there were attempts to impose a vote, which ended with 63 votes.
"LVV won 51 percent and had the full right to take over the government and lead it. Kosovo went to the polls on the day the Assembly was constituted. The entire process of political consultation between LVV and the meetings that took place has been a political spectacle since it was known from the beginning that the goal was not to produce a criteria for a unifying president's profile," he declared.
Tahiri emphasized that on the last day it was announced that Glauk Konjufca was a candidate for president.
Family, friends and relatives of the pilgrims gathered in the early hours of Friday at the airport to welcome them after their several-week stay at the holy sites in Saudi Arabia.
Two groups of pilgrims from Kosovo have arrived at Pristina International Airport "Adem Jashari", having completed the obligatory pilgrimage to Mecca and Medina.
Family, friends and relatives of the pilgrims gathered in the early hours of Friday at the airport to welcome them after their several-week stay at the holy sites in Saudi Arabia.
The atmosphere at the arrivals terminal was characterized by emotions, hugs, and congratulations on the safe return of the pilgrims, who were joyfully welcomed by their families.
On May 15, the first group of pilgrims left Pristina, and this group is the first to return to their homeland.
The return of pilgrims will continue in the coming days, until June 8, when the last group is expected to land in Kosovo.
A total of 1,576 Muslim believers traveled from Kosovo for the 2026 Hajj.
Mira Murati has spoken for the first time about her new artificial intelligence company "Thinking Machine" and the events that took place at OpenAI, providing details about her departure and new professional direction.
In an interview, she explained that the decision to create a new company came after her long experience at OpenAI and the desire to build more advanced artificial intelligence systems.
Murati emphasized that her company's goal is to develop AI that is more understandable, more user-friendly, and safer for widespread use.
She also spoke about the challenges and tensions within OpenAI during her time working there, underlining that the rapid developments in AI have also brought about difficult organizational decisions.
According to her, artificial intelligence is moving from a simple tool to a human "collaborator" in work and daily life.
Murati added that her company's main focus is creating technologies that make this collaboration more natural and beneficial for people. /Telegrafi/
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has emphasized that the enlargement of the European Union remains a merit-based process, underlining that countries that meet the required criteria advance towards membership.
She particularly praised the progress of Albania and Montenegro on the path to European integration.
Speaking from Tivat, ahead of the start of the EU-Western Balkans summit, Von der Leyen said that there is currently a favorable momentum to accelerate the integration process of candidate countries.
According to her, the fact that enlargement is based on merit should not necessarily mean a slow process.
She called for this process to be made faster, more reliable and more visible to citizens, both in candidate countries and EU member states.
Von der Leyen emphasized that the governments of aspiring countries must explain to their citizens the benefits of EU membership, while member states also have a responsibility to communicate the values and advantages of enlargement.
"Enlargement means more security, more prosperity and a stronger role for Europe on the global stage. The moment is right and we must now turn this momentum into concrete action, and then into membership," she declared.
Otherwise, Kosovo is being represented at this summit by the acting president, Albulena Haxhiu. /Telegraph/
Montenegrin media have reported that French security services have reportedly warned Montenegrin authorities about the arrival of a charter flight from Belgrade with people linked to criminal circles and the Serbian Progressive Party.
The French company VINCI, which manages the Nikola Tesla Airport in Belgrade, was the first to have information about this charter flight.
Through her liaison officer, she notified the French intelligence unit DGSE (Directorate General for External Security), which then alerted Montenegrin authorities, according to the Montenegrin portal Antena M.
The DGSE has alerted Podgorica after receiving information about a flight to Tivat on the eve of the European Union and Western Balkans summit, which is also attended by French President Emmanuel Macron, reports the Telegraph.
Although French authorities have not officially commented on these claims, the very fact that the DGSE is mentioned indicates the seriousness of the situation.
It is a service often called the "French CIA", an organization tasked with collecting intelligence information abroad, combating terrorism, counterintelligence operations, and protecting French national interests around the world.
DGSE – the French answer to the CIA and MI6
The DGSE was founded during World War II and took its current form in 1982. Its role can be compared to the American CIA or the British MI6. The service is headquartered in Paris and, according to available data, employs around 7,000 people and has a budget of almost one billion euros per year.
Unlike the internal DGSI service, which operates within the territory of France, the DGSE focuses on external threats, writes nova.rs.
Its agents operate worldwide, collecting information through networks of collaborators, intercepting communications, analyzing satellite images, and carrying out covert operations in the interests of the French state.
Macron's security a priority
The possible involvement of the DGSE in the Tivat case would not be unusual. French President Emmanuel Macron is considered one of the most protected leaders in Europe, and each of his visits abroad involves multiple security preparations.
According to Antena M, the French company Vinci, which manages Belgrade's Nikola Tesla airport, was the first to register information about the suspicious charter flight. Through the liaison officer, the DGSE was notified and then reportedly passed the warning on to security structures in Montenegro.
Such cooperation is not unusual, as French services often exchange data with partner agencies when they assess that there is a potential risk to French officials or to international events.
Known service for covert operations
Over the decades, the DGSE has been involved in numerous controversial operations. The most famous case occurred in 1985, when its agents sank the Greenpeace ship Rainbow Warrior in New Zealand to prevent protests against French nuclear tests. The operation caused an international scandal and led to the resignation of the then French defense minister.
The service was later involved in the fight against al-Qaeda, in the rescue of French hostages in Iraq and Africa, as well as in a series of anti-terrorist operations in the Middle East and the Sahel.
In recent years, it has significantly increased its activities in the field of cybersecurity, electronic surveillance, and monitoring foreign influences in European elections.
Montenegrin police and the National Security Agency have announced that they have increased controls at Tivat Airport and have carried out detailed checks on passengers who arrived on a charter flight from Belgrade. Out of a total of 87 Serbian citizens, several persons considered to be of security interest were denied entry to Montenegro.
Although there is currently no official confirmation that it was the DGSE that initiated the action, the fact that the summit was held in the presence of Macron and other senior European officials makes it plausible that French services were involved in assessing security risks. /Telegraph/
As tourism continues to grow across Europe and become a major pillar of many countries' economies, social tensions between the sector and local communities are increasingly emerging. The problems are mainly related to access to housing, rising rents and the general cost of living in the most visited cities .
In many tourist destinations, especially in historic and coastal cities, the increased demand for short-term accommodation has led to a large proportion of housing being converted into tourist apartments. This has led to a reduction in supply for local residents and, as a result, a significant increase in rental prices. For many families, especially young people and those with middle or low incomes, this is making it increasingly difficult to afford living in their cities, reports the Telegraph.
Meanwhile, the costs of basic services and products in tourist areas are also rising, driven by high seasonal demand and the orientation of the local economy towards foreign visitors. This situation has fueled growing dissatisfaction among residents, who often feel marginalized in the cities where they live, while the economic benefits of tourism are not distributed equitably.
As a result, public reactions and protests against "excessive tourism" are also being observed in some European countries, with calls for stricter regulation of the short-term rental market and policies that protect local residents, euronews writes.
In this context, the question is increasingly being asked: which countries and cities are facing this backlash the most and how are they balancing economic development from tourism with the needs of their residents?
Spain, Italy and France are the three European countries where the backlash against mass tourism is most pronounced, according to a new study published by digital entertainment platform JB.com.
Official data shows a clear trend of continued growth in tourist flows, which helps explain the growing dissatisfaction of local communities.
In Spain, for example, in the first four months of 2026 alone, the number of tourists has increased by 3.4 percent compared to the same period last year. This trend is expected to strengthen further, as according to the Ministry of Tourism, the country is expected to register a 7.1 percent increase in passengers on incoming international flights during June of this year.
This rapid increase in visitor numbers, while providing a significant boost to the economy and employment, is also putting significant pressure on urban infrastructure, the housing market and the cost of living in major tourist cities. As a result, there is growing criticism of mass tourism in some regions, with calls for more balanced policies that aim to maintain a balance between economic development and the quality of life of local residents.
Italy and France are also expected to see significant increases in tourist arrivals during the month of June, by 12 percent and 2.6 percent respectively compared to the same period in 2025, according to a press release published by the Spanish Ministry of Tourism.
These figures show that, despite the debates and discontents expressed in some European cities, the demand for travel to the continent's most popular destinations remains steadily growing. This growth, however, continues to fuel discussions about the management of tourism and its impact on the daily lives of local residents, especially in areas where the number of visitors significantly exceeds the capacity of urban infrastructure.
In contrast, Cyprus and Albania rank among the most welcoming countries to visitors in Europe, according to the same JB.com report. No organized protests against tourism have been documented in these countries, while the level of regulatory pressure on travelers and the tourism sector remains relatively low. This makes them quieter destinations in terms of public debate about mass tourism, despite the continued growth of interest from international visitors.
The JB.com study analyzed a number of factors to reach these conclusions, including the intensity of anti-tourism protests, media attention to them, the level of tourist taxes, and the ratio between the number of visitors and the resident population in 30 different countries around the world.
Which cities have seen the most anti-tourism protests?
Spain, which ranks first among the 30 countries analyzed in the study, is also the country where the largest number of protests against mass tourism have been recorded. According to the data, these reactions have spread to more than 40 cities across the country, starting from Barcelona to the Canary Islands, two of the most frequented tourist destinations in Europe.
The Catalonia region, where Barcelona is located, remains one of the busiest areas in terms of international visitor arrivals. In 2025 alone, the region welcomed around 20.1 million tourists, an increase of 0.6 percent compared to 2024. After Catalonia, the other main tourist destinations in Spain are the Balearic Islands and the Canary Islands, which also face high seasonal pressure from mass tourism.
Residents’ discontent has also been expressed in visible forms of protests on the ground. In June last year, hundreds of protesters marched through the center of Barcelona, holding banners with the message “Tourism is killing Barcelona.” In some cases, the tensions were accompanied by symbolic actions, where protesters sprayed tourists with water pistols in the city’s busiest areas, as a way to draw attention to the impact that, according to them, mass tourism is having on the daily lives of local residents and on the city’s urban identity.
Italy has also faced a wave of similar protests in some of its most visited cities, including Venice, Rome, Florence, Naples and Milan. In these areas, residents' discontent has been linked mainly to the impact of mass tourism on the housing market and the quality of urban life.
In some cases, local activists have gone even further, sabotaging key boxes used for short-term rentals. These symbolic actions aim to denounce the lack of affordable housing for residents, who are increasingly facing high prices and displacement from historic city centers.
As part of efforts to curb overtourism, Venice has reinstated a special regulatory measure, establishing specific days during weekends in April, May, June and July when day visitors are forced to pay an entrance fee.
This measure aims to better manage the large influx of tourists during peak periods and relieve pressure on the city's infrastructure.
Meanwhile, France has also seen protests in some of its major cities, including Marseille, Nice and Paris. In addition to the urban protests, there has also been a rise in activism against cruise ships, particularly in coastal areas, where their environmental and social impact has become an increasingly contentious issue. These developments indicate a growing resistance by local communities in both continental and coastal destinations to the pressure of mass tourism. /Telegraph/
Although Cuba has been facing severe fuel shortages, an increasingly deep economic crisis and tougher sanctions from the United States for months, authorities in this Caribbean country continue to keep the situation under control.
Meanwhile, citizens struggle every day to cope with the difficulties of daily life, characterized by frequent power outages, food shortages, and the continued deterioration of public services.
In an extensive report, Reuters writes that millions of Cubans have been forced to adapt to conditions reminiscent of the most difficult periods of isolation and poverty in the country's modern history.
The photographs show that many Cubans are forced to sell everything they can on the streets to provide income and survive in difficult economic conditions, the Telegraph reports.
A wide variety of products can be found at the makeshift stalls – from fruits and vegetables, to everyday items, such as old phones, household appliances, and even used combs.
One of them is 64-year-old Felicia de la Caridad Alvarez from Old Havana. The former hospital employee lives in difficult conditions, without regular water and electricity, and faces daily challenges brought about by the country's deep economic crisis.
Due to frequent power outages, the food she was storing has spoiled, her television has been damaged and no longer works, and every day she is forced to carry water in plastic buckets from springs located several streets away from her apartment.
"To survive, I have to keep fighting. What other choice do I have?" Alvarez said in a statement to Reuters, describing the daily hardships faced by many Cuban citizens amid the ongoing economic crisis.
The crisis has worsened further after the administration of US President Donald Trump tightened sanctions on Cuba, restricted oil supplies and made it difficult for foreign currency to enter, as well as the arrival of American tourists, an important source of income for the country's economy.
As early as early January, Trump declared that Cuba was “on the brink of collapse.” However, despite hours-long power outages, the degradation of the healthcare system, and a significant decline in tourism, Cuban authorities have managed to maintain political stability and control over the situation.
According to Reuters, the Cuban leadership has for decades promoted among its citizens the concept of "resistance" - the ability to adapt to hardship and survive despite international isolation, economic sanctions and a constant lack of resources.
This message continues to be an important part of the official narrative, as millions of Cubans face one of the most difficult economic periods in recent years.
Many Cubans, long accustomed to prolonged absences, have found different ways to cope with daily hardships.
Farmers still use oxen instead of tractors due to the lack of oil, while electric tricycles have almost completely replaced gasoline-powered vehicles. Solar panels and batteries have also become vital sources of energy for families and small businesses.
However, fear of repression continues to limit open protests against the government. Alvarez says she does not plan to participate in demonstrations, as she fears that the authorities may retaliate against her or her family.
"Maybe they would take revenge on my children," she said.
International human rights organizations, as well as the United States, have for years accused Cuban authorities of suppressing freedom of expression and repressing political opponents. On the other hand, official Havana claims that Washington is behind efforts to destabilize the country.
German researcher of Cuban politics, Bert Hoffmann, believes that the resilience of Cuban society has surprised Washington.
"The quality of life has deteriorated significantly, but the political consequences are not so clear," Hoffmann said.
He added that even much more developed countries would find it difficult to cope with a near-total blockade of fuel supplies lasting for months.
However, discontent among citizens is growing. Reuters reports that in recent weeks there have been protests over power outages, which in some areas of Havana last up to 18 hours a day.
Havana resident Rodolfo Alonso said he had come out to protest after his neighborhood was left without electricity for more than 40 hours.
"This is not a political issue. We hit the pots just to get three hours of electricity. That's all we're asking for," Alonso said.
The situation is particularly dire in the healthcare system, where doctors are abandoning the profession due to a lack of basic equipment and essential medicines. At the same time, the devaluation of the Cuban peso is making it even more difficult for citizens to buy food and essential goods.
The United Nations warned last month that the US blockade of fuel supplies had "dramatically worsened" the effects of the decades-long embargo on Cuba, calling the measure illegal and in violation of human rights.
On the other hand, the Trump administration accuses the Cuban communist authorities of systematic human rights violations, imprisonment of political opponents and maintenance of an economic system that, according to it, has left millions of people in poverty.
Cuban sociologist Luis Emilio Aybar estimates that society has shown great resistance, as for years there have been no other alternatives.
"But a country without fuel cannot survive forever," Aybar warned. /Telegraph/
In a major international police operation, led by France with strong support from Spain and Europol , a highly sophisticated laboratory for the production of forged documents has been dismantled in Alicante, Spain.
The operation, carried out on May 27, dealt a serious blow to organized crime groups involved in smuggling migrants into the European Union.
During the operation, one person was arrested and around 800 forged European documents, advanced equipment for their production, electronic equipment, vehicles and cash were seized.
During a search of an apartment rented under a false identity, police discovered a fully functioning illegal workshop. Investigators said the facility operated on an “industrial scale,” indicating a new trend of criminal groups using the mass production of fake documents for huge financial gain.
It is suspected that the arrested man managed a sophisticated online platform through which he sold counterfeit identification documents and administrative documents, both in physical and digital form, to clients across Europe.
According to the investigation, the network directly facilitated migrant smuggling by supplying criminal groups with false documents that were used to evade border controls, fraudulently obtain the right to reside and facilitate movement within the EU.
The investigation began after authorities discovered a website openly advertising forged documents. With the analytical help of Europol, French and Spanish authorities were able to locate the suspect in Alicante, where he had been hiding since 2024.
European authorities estimate that document forgery is one of the main factors that encourages migrant smuggling and illegal legalization of residence in the Schengen area, generating millions in profits for criminal networks and endangering security throughout Europe. /Telegraph/
German customs officials at the North Sea port of Wilhelmshaven have made one of the largest cocaine seizures in recent years.
More than 8 tons of drugs, with an estimated market value of around 500 million euros ($581 million), were seized, according to a statement issued on Wednesday by the Aurich Public Prosecutor's Office and the General Directorate of Customs in Cologne.
The discovery at the Jade-Weser port was made on February 9 and has been kept secret until now for tactical reasons, writes Yahoo .
Thanks to subsequent international cooperation, two suspected ringleaders were arrested by Spanish authorities in mid-May during a staged delivery of a container in the Spanish province of Almeria. One of the accused is the managing director of an import company.
German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil praised the success of the investigation. "Eight tons of cocaine in a single seizure - this is a major blow to international drug trafficking," Klingbeil said.
He thanked the investigators and announced that he will soon present to the cabinet the Law on Customs Financial Justice, which aims to equip customs with new technical and legal tools in the fight against organized crime.
According to customs and the public prosecution, the drugs were found in a shipping container from West Africa, which according to the shipping documents was loaded with cocoa beans and was destined for Spain.
During an X-ray scan, the inspection unit at the Oldenburg Central Customs Office had noticed irregularities, after which officers discovered over 400 packages wrapped in black foil.
Each package contained around 20 tightly packed blocks of cocaine. To prevent any violent attempts by criminals to recover the drugs, the narcotics were destroyed in Germany under strict security measures.
The perpetrators had also placed GPS transmitters in the packages to monitor the location of the cargo at all times. /Telegraph/
US President Donald Trump rejected claims that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had manipulated him into starting a war against Iran, stressing that the decision was exclusively his.
Speaking on the "Pod Force One" show, he said he had not been under the influence of the Israeli leader.
"He manipulated me? I'm the one who started this," the 79-year-old said, adding that he had acted because "we cannot allow Iran to have nuclear weapons."
The American leader attributed these accusations to his political opponents, whom he called “Dumbocrats,” claiming that they “don’t know what they’re doing.” He also stressed that his concern about the Iranian nuclear program dates back to his first term, when the US withdrew from the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran.
The US president said that the issue of Iran is directly related to Israel, arguing that this country "would probably be the first target of attacks."
"I'll tell you something, if it weren't for me, Israel wouldn't exist today," Trump declared.
The latter was also asked if he had called Netanyahu "insanely stupid" and accused him of ingratitude, as Axios previously reported.
"Yeah. I wouldn't say I was angry. I was a little concerned by his constant fighting with Lebanon," Trump said, adding that, despite the harsh words, he and Netanyahu "get along very well."
According to the Axios report, which cited an unidentified US official, Trump lost his temper with Netanyahu during a phone call on Monday and told him he was harming Israel by escalating the conflict in Lebanon. Similar reports have been published by other US and Israeli media outlets.
Referring to that conversation, Trump said that at one point he told Netanyahu, "Bibi, we have to stop this. We have to stop it." /Telegraph/
Montenegrin police have banned entry into the country to a group of at least 90 people from Serbia, who arrived in Tivat on Wednesday on a charter flight from Belgrade.
According to Montenegrin media, the reason for this extraordinary measure is suspicion of subversive activities ahead of the EU-Western Balkans summit, which is being held on Thursday and Friday on the Montenegrin coast.
As the Vijesti.me portal writes, among the passengers there were also people registered as "persons of interest to security", so the decision was made for everyone to return on the first flight from Tivat to Belgrade.
According to the same source, the passengers refused to answer police questions regarding the reason for their arrival in Montenegro.
The suspects had taken with them on the plane banners with the inscription "Serbia wins", the slogan of Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić, a remote communication device and a marine radio station, according to the official announcement of the Police Directorate (UP) and the National Security Agency (ANB).
Data in the possession of the Montenegrin Police Directorate shows that the people on this flight, most of whom have criminal records, were tasked with informally securing the presence of Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić during the upcoming summit in Tivat.
The Montenegrin police have announced that extensive, continuous and increased security activities are being carried out due to the organization of the EU-Western Balkans summit.
In this context, rigorous controls are being carried out at the Tivat Airport border crossing, and the charter flight on the Belgrade-Tivat route has also been placed under special control, the media write.
"Checks are being carried out on these persons and the reasons for their arrival and stay are being verified. In accordance with the law, all necessary measures and actions will be taken, as well as restrictive measures if there are legal grounds for them. The plane has been held on the runway of Tivat Airport to carry out detailed verifications of the persons who have arrived and the purpose of their visit, taking into account the increased security measures before the summit. The public will be informed in due time about further actions," the Montenegrin Police statement said.
Montenegrin media had previously reported that more than 1,500 police officers from all organizational police units, including special tactical units, will be engaged in security for the summit to be held on June 4 and 5 in Tivat. /Telegraph/
Toxic messages online continue to remain widespread across Europe, targeting users increasingly directly on the basis of political beliefs, ethnicity, race or personal identity.
This form of hostile content is being seen as one of the biggest challenges of the digital space on the continent, as it often affects not only public discussions, but also the sense of security of users online.
One of the main questions that arises is: which European Union countries are facing the highest levels of hostile content online?
According to the latest data published by Eurostat, in 2025 just under half of internet users in 20 EU countries reported having encountered online messages that they perceived as hostile, offensive or degrading towards certain individuals or groups. These figures show that the phenomenon remains widespread and significantly prevalent in the European digital environment.
In the country rankings, the highest levels of exposure to such content are recorded in Ireland, Hungary, Finland and Slovakia. These countries report higher percentages of users who regularly encounter messages of a hostile nature, reflecting a more polarized and conflictual online climate, reports the Telegraph.
On the other hand, countries with the lowest levels of reporting of such content include Latvia, Greece, Germany and Lithuania. In these countries, users appear to encounter messages perceived as offensive or discriminatory less frequently, although the phenomenon is not completely absent.
These differences between EU countries suggest that the spread of hate speech and toxic content online is influenced by various factors, including the political climate, the culture of public debate and the way the digital space is regulated and monitored in each country, euronews writes.
Hostile messages online have targeted a wide range of groups and individuals, showing that this phenomenon is not limited to a specific category, but affects almost every segment of society.
In most cases, users report encountering offensive or discriminatory content directed at others because of their political or social views. Individuals are also often targeted based on their racial and ethnic origin, sexual orientation, and religion or personal beliefs.
However, targeting does not stop at these factors. Hostile content also extends to people based on gender, disability, age, or other personal characteristics, making the online space an environment where prejudice and stereotypes often take direct and public form.
According to a study published in the international scientific journal Nature, young males consistently appear to be the most active and hostile group in online political discussions. This trend is related to the way digital debates unfold, where emotions, polarization, and anonymity often fuel more aggressive behavior.
The same research emphasizes that social networking platforms cannot be seen in isolation from social reality, as they often reflect broader socio-economic and political tensions that exist outside of them. In this sense, online behavior is not created in a vacuum, but is strongly influenced by conflicts and divisions that exist in society at large.
What are the most toxic social media platforms?
In the last quarter of 2025, Western Europe consistently recorded the highest levels of online toxicity across the continent, according to data from the European Observatory on Online Hate. This trend indicates a greater concentration of hostile content and polarized discourse in this region, making it one of the most sensitive areas in Europe in terms of digital behavior.
Southern Europe has followed a similar trend, albeit at somewhat lower levels than the West. However, this region also saw a notable increase towards the end of December, largely reflecting the same dynamics that have emerged in Western European countries, particularly in periods of heightened social and political tension.
Meanwhile, Eastern Europe has generally reported the lowest levels of online toxicity during this period. This data suggests a clear regional difference in how hate speech appears and spreads online, reflecting the influence of different social, cultural and media factors in each part of Europe.
Anti-Semitic content often appears closely intertwined with racist narratives and deep-seated ideological prejudices, while also overlapping with discourses touching on religion and politics. This combination of elements shows that anti-Semitism in online space is not simply an isolated phenomenon, but is often fueled by conspiracy theories and radicalized worldviews targeting specific social groups.
Following this form of content are anti-Muslim, anti-LGBTQ+ and anti-refugee messages, which also constitute a significant part of hostile discourse online. These categories often reflect broader social and political tensions, amplified on digital platforms where public debate takes place with high intensity and limited scrutiny.
Regarding the major social media platforms, the analysis shows that X is rated as the most toxic of them, ranking ahead of YouTube, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. However, the data shows that the overall level of toxicity on these platforms has remained relatively stable or in some cases has even decreased.
For example, in 2024, platform X recorded a score of 0.24, corresponding to an average level of toxicity according to the EOOH scale. This indicator represents a slight difference of 0.01 compared to 2025, suggesting minimal changes in the overall level of hostile content during this period. /Telegraph/
During the proceedings of the 10th Electoral Assembly of the AAK, after the conclusion of the solemn part, the delegates voted for the election of the new party leader, Ardian Gjini, where out of 461 delegates, 453 voted for, 2 against, 1 abstained and 5 votes were invalid.
Following this, the Assembly delegates approved statutory changes, including changing the party's name from the Alliance for the Future of Kosovo to "Aleanca", the election of the Honorary Chairman, Ramush Haradinaj, as well as the Honorary Council.
The General Council was also elected, consisting of 106 members. The composition of the General Council will also include the new Presidency after its constitution, as well as 3 representatives from the diaspora who received the most votes in the Assembly.
The Kosovo national team will play two friendly matches over the next few days.
The Dardanians will play on May 31 against the Czech Republic on the road, while a week later they host Andorra at 'Fadil Vokrri'.
Kosovo coach Franco Foda has published the list of 25 players for these matches, which includes returning and new names.
Defenders Ron Raçi and Andi Hoti are back, while the list also includes Bersant Celina, who returned after a long time, as well as the duo Muharrem Jashari and Leon Avdullahu, who missed the last training camp due to injury.
The new names on Franco Foda's list are Valmir Matoshi, Dardan Shabanhaxhaj and Rilind Nivokazi.
Meanwhile, senators such as Amir Rrahmani, Florent Hadergjonaj, Milot Rashica, Valon Berisha and Vedat Muriqi have not been invited to these friendlies at all. /Telegraph/
Thun midfielder Valmir Matoshi has followed in the footsteps of Leon Avdullah and Albian Hajdari to represent Kosovo at the international level.
After winning the title in Switzerland, Matoshi, who until recently represented Switzerland U21, has officially accepted Kosovo's invitation for the two friendlies in June.
Franco Foda's published list for the two June matches includes Matoshi, along with newcomers like Dardan Shabanhaxhaj, who left Austria, and Rilind Nivokazi, who was invited for the first time.
The 22-year-old has captured the attention of everyone in the Swiss Super League this season, making 34 appearances, contributing six goals and four assists.
He plays in the central midfielder position, but is also suitable as a defensive midfielder, and thanks to his performances, he has gained the attention of two big clubs in Serie A, Genoa and Lecce.
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