US sanctions are targeting various entities in the Balkans, including Serbia, Kosovo, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro, due to links to organized crime and the Russia-Ukraine war.
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US sanctions are targeting various entities in the Balkans, including Serbia, Kosovo, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro, due to links to organized crime and the Russia-Ukraine war.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The current events involve the aftermath of the Yugoslav breakup, with expelled civilians seeking refuge in Albania and Pristina hosting exhibitions on the Kosovo experience.Sub-event
- President Vučić of Serbia visited Bosnia and Herzegovina on August 3, 2026.Sub-event
- Republika Srpska signed a cooperation memorandum with Russian officials, involving police cooperation.Sub-event
US sanctions target Serbian, Kosovan, Albanian, Bosnian, and Montenegrin entities over organized crime and geopolitical ties.1 source
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The entities involved
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Serbia
country in Southeast Europe
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Kosovo
geographical region in Europe
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Albania
country in southeastern Europe
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Bosnia and Herzegovina
country in Southeast Europe