Serbian Prime Minister Ana Brnabić accused MEP Tonino Picula of hating Serbia, responding to his criticism that President Vučić's regime is a source of instability and his critique of repression and EU policy.
Tonino Picula, the European Parliament's rapporteur for Serbia, stated that the potential suspension of EU funds is the only message that the Vučić regime truly fears, a comment to which Serbian Prime Minister Ana Brnabić responded.
European Parliament rapporteur Tonino Picula suggested that suspending EU funds is the only leverage against Serbia's Vučić regime, drawing a response from Prime Minister Brnabić.
European Parliament rapporteur Tonino Picula warned that Sunday’s local elections in Serbia were compromised by abuse and violence. Serbia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has accused Picula of acting passionately and politically motivated, deeming his actions contrary to his mandate.
European Parliament rapporteur for Serbia, Tonino Picula, called on Serbia to clearly define its stance on EU membership, noting significantly slowed reforms and a 'terrifying' media landscape.
Hungarian MOL has issued an ultimatum to Croatian JANAF regarding the transport of Russian oil, which MEP Tonino Picula views as a pre-election tactic by Viktor Orban, urging Croatia not to yield to pressure.
European Parliament member Tonino Picula criticized Serbian President Vučić's regime, calling it the main source of instability in Serbia and the region. Serbian Prime Minister Ana Brnabić subsequently issued a response to Picula's remarks.
Ana Brnabić, Speaker of the Serbian Parliament, reacted to a statement by European Parliament rapporteur Tonino Picula regarding the potential suspension of EU funds, which he described as the only message he truly fears.
European Parliament rapporteur for Serbia, Tonino Picula, commented for RTL Danas on the decision of President Zoran Milanović to cancel the Brdo-Brijuni summit.
Questions have been raised regarding police conduct on election day in Serbia, specifically concerning civilians in cars with fake license plates near a polling station in Aranđelovac.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić strongly reacted to criticism from MEP Tonino Picula, accusing Croatia of attempting to hinder Serbia and neglecting the larger number of missing Serbs.
MEP Tonino Picula presented his annual report on Serbia, stating that the situation has worsened since the last report, marked by extreme polarization and tensions, with the overall pace of accession stagnating for years.
Tonino Picula, the European Parliament's rapporteur for Serbia, reiterated that the European Union's enlargement policy must not lose momentum, asserting that accession dates will naturally emerge from alignment results.
Serbian Prime Minister Ana Brnabić has responded to comments made by Tonino Picula, the European Parliament's rapporteur for Serbia, regarding a potential suspension of EU funds. Picula had stated that the possible halt of EU funds is the only message that frightens Vučić's regime.
Tonino Picula, the European Parliament's rapporteur for Serbia, stated that a potential suspension of EU funds is the only message the Vučić regime fears, drawing a response from Serbian Prime Minister Ana Brnabić.
Croatian President Zoran Milanović announced the cancellation of the annual Western Balkans summit, stating that Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić's visit to Croatia is not possible under current conditions due to his recent statements which, according to Milanović, undermine regional peace and stability. Vučić has expressed support for Milanović's decision, stating he believes he doesn't belong there and criticizing the Croatian state leadership.
Croatian MEP Tonino Picula stated that Bosnia and Herzegovina's internal problems would only create difficulties for the European Union, making it unsuitable for membership.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić stated that Croatia is attempting to hinder Serbia and accused European Parliament rapporteur Tonino Picula of continuing his fight against Serbs, albeit in a different manner.
Tonino Picula, the European Parliament's rapporteur for Serbia, stated that the European Union's enlargement policy must not lose momentum, and accession dates will naturally emerge.