Economic growth across the Western Balkans is expected to strengthen over the next two years, supported by rising exports and increased public investment, according to a new outlook from the World Bank.

The Zangazur Corridor could create major connectivity opportunities between the Caspian, Central Asian and Balkan regions.

Serbia’s president, Aleksandar Vucic, who has issued dire warnings about Europe’s security in the past, says a major global conflict is “inevitable.”

Bosnia and Herzegovina's foreign minister praised Türkiye's pivotal role as a mediator in the Balkans, highlighting its strong regional connections and increasing global influence, News.az reports citing Turkish media.

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has hailed Türkiye as a stabilising power in the Balkans and expressed his expectation of continued Turkish support for peace in the region, News.Az reports citing TRT World.

NATO announced on Monday that approximately 200 personnel from its newly established Allied Reaction Force (ARF) will be deployed to the Western Balkans from September 30 to October 16.

By Faiq Mahmudov

The State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) has proudly announced that it began supplying natural gas to Croatia starting September 1. This development is not just another energy deal but a pivotal moment in strengthening the energy partnership between Azerbaijan and Croatia. As Europe braces for the winter season, this timely supply of Azerbaijani gas underscores the growing importance of Azerbaijan in the European energy market.

Four Balkan countries suffered simultaneous power cuts lasting several hours on Friday as the region sweltered in a summer heatwave, News.Az reports citing BBC.

The US is deploying consultants to defense ministries in Ukraine, Moldova, Armenia and the Balkans, at those ministries' request, News.Az reports citing the Intelligence Online.