All articles tagged with #montenegro
Originally Published 2 months ago — by dw.com
The European Commission's latest report praises Montenegro's progress towards EU membership, supports Ukraine's bid despite challenges, and criticizes Georgia for democratic backsliding, highlighting the varying prospects of countries seeking EU accession.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Reuters
The European Commission announced that the EU could admit new members by 2030, praising Montenegro, Albania, Ukraine, and Moldova for their reform progress, while criticizing Serbia and Georgia for slow reforms and democratic backsliding, respectively.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNN
ICE arrested Hanover Park police officer Radule Bojovic, accusing him of overstaying a tourist visa from Montenegro since 2015 and living illegally in the US for 10 years. The police department initially confirmed his legal work authorization and background checks, but the situation is now under review as Bojovic's immigration status is examined. The incident raises questions about hiring practices and immigration enforcement.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox Business
A major power blackout hit Montenegro, Bosnia, Albania, and Croatia's Adriatic coast amid a severe heat wave with temperatures nearing 104°F. The outage, caused by a malfunction of an interconnector in Montenegro, left almost the entire country of Montenegro and significant parts of Bosnia and Croatia without electricity. Efforts are underway to restore power, with Croatian authorities analyzing the disturbance and ramping up production capacities.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Bloomberg
South Korean crypto fugitive Do Kwon has been released from prison in Montenegro as the Supreme Court considers extradition requests from the US and South Korea. Kwon was released due to the end of his regular prison term for traveling with fake papers, and his next destination remains unclear as authorities continue to deliberate on his case.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo! Voices
Cryptocurrency mogul Do Kwon, founder of Terraform Labs, faces extradition to South Korea after a Montenegrin court ruling, following his arrest in Montenegro last year. Kwon, known as "the cryptocurrency king," is wanted by both the U.S. and South Korea in connection with a $40 billion crash of Terraform Labs' cryptocurrency. The court's decision can be appealed, and Kwon is also serving a four-month prison sentence in Montenegro for using a false passport.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Financial Times
A court in Montenegro has cleared Do Kwon, the co-founder of Terraform Labs, a blockchain firm, for extradition. Kwon was arrested in Montenegro in May 2021 on charges related to a cryptocurrency project called "Mirror Protocol." The court's decision paves the way for Kwon to be extradited to the United States, where he is facing charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit securities fraud.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Reuters
Montenegro's parliament has appointed a new government, a coalition of pro-European and pro-Serb parties, with economist Milojko Spajic as the Prime Minister. The government's main priorities include EU membership, NATO membership, improving relations with neighbors, and strengthening the country's role in multilateral organizations. The new government aims to improve the living standards of Montenegro's population through economic policies focused on fiscal revenue, investment, business climate, and judiciary reforms. The government also postponed a population and household census due to technical problems and opposition party boycott concerns. Montenegro's economy is expected to grow by 4.8% in 2023, mainly relying on revenues from tourism. Montenegro joined NATO in 2017 and has taken a pro-EU stance, joining EU sanctions against Russia and supporting Ukraine.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Wall Street Journal
Do Kwon, a fallen crypto tycoon, was about to leave Montenegro when he was flagged by an Interpol red notice at the airport. The notice requested his arrest, making him a fugitive sought by authorities worldwide.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian
The USA basketball team faced a tough challenge from Montenegro in their second-round opener at the Fiba World Cup, trailing at halftime and struggling to pull away until the final minutes. However, they managed to secure an 85-73 victory, with Anthony Edwards leading the team with 17 points. The win, combined with Lithuania's victory over Greece, secured the Americans a spot in the quarter-finals. Despite the close game, the US coach praised his team's ability to fight through the challenge.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
Anthony Edwards scores all 17 of his points in the second half to lead Team USA to an 85-73 victory over Montenegro in a FIBA World Cup second-round game. Despite struggling with shooting and rebounding, the Americans managed to survive a tough challenge from Montenegro, thanks to timely contributions from Austin Reaves. Montenegro's Nikola Vučević had an impressive performance with 18 points and 16 rebounds, but his team's 49-31 advantage on the glass was not enough to secure the upset. Team USA will face Lithuania in the quarterfinals.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS Sports
Team USA basketball overcame a tough challenge from Montenegro to secure an 85-73 victory in the 2023 FIBA World Cup. After a slow start, the Americans managed to pull away in the second half, led by Anthony Edwards who scored all 17 of his points after halftime. Austin Reaves also made significant contributions, particularly from the free-throw line. With the win, Team USA has secured a spot in the quarterfinals and will face Lithuania in their next game.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
The US basketball team narrowly escaped a stunning upset against Montenegro at the Basketball World Cup, winning 85-73. Montenegro, a 26.5-point underdog, led at halftime and kept the game close until the final minutes. Anthony Edwards scored 17 points in the second half to lead the Americans, while Nikola Vucevic had 18 points and 15 rebounds for Montenegro. The win keeps the US undefeated in the tournament but highlights the need for improvement as they face tougher competition.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ESPN
Team USA faced a tough challenge from Montenegro at the FIBA World Cup, with Montenegro leading at halftime and refusing to let the Americans pull away. However, Team USA ultimately secured an 85-73 victory behind strong performances from guards Anthony Edwards, Tyrese Haliburton, and Austin Reaves. The win puts Team USA in a strong position to advance to the quarterfinals, but their lack of size remains a weakness. Montenegro dominated the rebounding battle and showcased the skills of NBA star Nikola Vucevic. Despite struggling with shooting and turnovers, a clutch 3-pointer from Reaves secured the win for Team USA.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Silver Screen and Roll
The United States basketball team, undefeated in the FIBA World Cup tournament, is set to face Montenegro in the second group phase. Team USA is confident in their ability to win, with rising star Anthony Edwards expressing extreme confidence in their chances. Head coach Steve Kerr made a notable move by changing the starting lineup, replacing Brandon Ingram with Josh Hart. This adjustment proved successful as both Ingram and the team had their best performance of the tournament. However, this change may impact Austin Reaves' scoring production. Montenegro, led by Nikola Vucevic and Bojan Dubljevic, is a strong team with multiple scoring contributors. Team USA must finish as one of the top two teams in their group to advance to the quarter-finals.