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A scenic photo of a fjord lined with mountains and a town on the banks of the fjord, Kotor, Montenegro
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Montenegro

Montenegro is a country in southeastern Europe with an estimated population of about 623,000. Its capital is Podgorica. It is one of the six Western Balkan states and an EU candidate country.

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A combination photo shows Montenegrin President Filip Vujanovic (L) and opposition candidate Miodrag Lekic during Montenegro's presidental elections (Photo: REUTERS/Stevo Vasiljevic)

Montenegro’s election close

Both candidates have claimed victory in Montenegro's presidential election. Voter turnout was better than expected, but far lower than previous participation.
April 8, 2013
During the campaign, MontenegrinPresident Filip Vujanovic addressed his supporters (Photo: EPA/BORIS PEJOVIC)

Vujanovic declares victory

Filip Vujanovic has declared victory over challenger Miodrag Lekic in presidential polls in the EU-candidate state Montenegro. Voter turnout was better than expected, but far lower than previous participation.
April 7, 2013
Montenegrin President Filip Vujanovic, standing for re-election, addresses his supporters during the final election rally in the capital, Podgorica, on April 4 (Photo: EPA/ BORIS PEJOVIC)

Polls close in Montenegro

Polls have closed in Montenegro with predictions that President Filip Vujanovic will win a third term. Voter turnout was better than expected, but far lower than previous participation.
April 7, 2013
ARCHIV - Milo Djukanovic, Regierungschef von Montenegro, gibt am 23.07.2009 nach einem Treffen mit EU-Kommissionspräsident Barroso eine Pressekonferenz. Montenegro ist jetzt offiziell Beitrittskandidat der Europäischen Union. Die Staats- und Regierungschefs der EU beschlossen am Freitag in Brüssel, dem Staat des früheren Jugoslawiens diesen Status zuzuerkennen. EPA/JULIEN WARNAND BELGIUM OUT (zu dpa 0353 vom 17.12.2010) +++(c) dpa - Bildfunk+++

Currency twist

Montenegro isn't a member of the eurozone, or the EU. Still, for years, it has been using the euro.
February 7, 2013
Montenegro's pivot Mladen Rakcevic (L) vies with Germany's centre back Martin Strobel (R) during the 23rd Men's Handball World Championships preliminary round Group A match Germany vs Montenegro at the Palacio de los Deportes de Granollers on January 16, 2013. (Photo: JOSEP LAGO/AFP/Getty Images)

Germany 29-21 Montenegro

Germany's handball team has brushed Montenegro aside by a score of 29-21. Coach Martin Heuberger's team did the damage with seven unanswered goals early in the second half. Germany face France next.
January 16, 2013
Democratic Party of Socialists (DPS) leader Milo Djukanovic reacts after Montenegro's parliamentary elections in Podgorica, October 14, 2012. REUTERS/Stevo Vasiljevic (MONTENEGRO - Tags: POLITICS ELECTIONS)

Montenegro ex-premier returns

Montenegro's president has tapped long-time politician Milo Djukanovic to head the country's newly elected government. Djukanovic has already served several terms as prime minister and president.
November 9, 2012
Milo Djukanovic (Photo credit should read ANDREJ ISAKOVIC/AFP/GettyImages)

Ex-leader wins Montenegro vote

The head of Montenegro’s ruling party has claimed victory following Sunday’s parliamentary election. Milo Djukanovic pledged to keep the small Balkan country on course for eventual membership in the European Union.
October 15, 2012
A woman passes by main opposition Democratic Front election poster reading "Unity, Equality, Democracy - Democratic Front", in downtown Podgorica, Montenegro, Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, two days ahead of parliamentary elections scheduled for upcoming October 14. Montenegro?s ruling coalition of longtime leader Milo Djukanovic is again a favorite to win weekend parliamentary elections in the tiny Balkan nation seeking membership in the European Union. (Foto:Risto Bozovic/AP/dapd)

Montenegro coalition leads

In exit polls in the small Adriatic state of Montenegro, the ruling party appears tipped to win for the third time in a row. The Balkan country has faced an economic slowdown after years of growth.
October 14, 2012
A green traffic light

Montenegro inches toward EU

European ministers have given a green light for Montenegro to launch talks to join the European Union. Podgorica has apparently fulfilled demands for progress in the fight against corruption and organized crime.
June 26, 2012
A snow truck slides out of the road during a heavy snowfall near the village of Dardhishte, Kosovo

Avalanche death toll rises

A five-year-old girl has been rescued after an avalanche killed nine people in northern Kosovo. More than 500 people have been killed since snow and freezing temperatures first gripped Europe two weeks ago.
February 12, 2012
Landscapers work on a floral composition dedicated to the 2012 European soccer championship

Playoff draw

Eight European countries learn their fates in the final chance to make the Euro 2012 finals.
October 13, 2011
The Serbian and EU flags

EU accession

Serbia takes a step toward EU candidate status, but Kosovo is still a thorn in Belgrade's side.
October 12, 2011
A traditionally dressed soldier watches national flag being lifted after Montenegrin parliament deputies voted to proclaim independence in Podgorica, Saturday, June 3 2006.

Five years in

Since gaining independence, Montenegro has made great progress, but the road's still long.
June 3, 2011
Buses in a German town

Travel scam?

The biggest group of asylum seekers in Germany is Serbian due to a recent burst of applications.
December 31, 2010
Milo Djukanovic

Djukanovic resigns

The longest-serving leader in the Balkans, Montenegro's Milo Djukanovic, has resigned.
December 21, 2010
A traditionally dressed soldier watches the national flag being lifted at the Montenegrin parliament

EU enlargement

European leaders announce Friday that Montenegro has formally been made an EU accession candidate.
December 17, 2010
Visa in passport

Easier travel

The EU ends visa requirements for Albania and Bosnia, but warns against abuse of the system.
November 8, 2010
The EU flag is mirrored in the glasswork of the EU Council headquarters in Brussels

Eyeing EU membership

European Union and Balkan leaders pledge to pursue integration in southeastern Europe.
July 10, 2010

Serbia enters World Cup for first time as independent team since split with Montenegro

Coach Radomir Antic has successfully led the Serbian national football team through the World Cup qualifiers. After two lacklustre friendlies, what are the chances of South African glory?
June 3, 2010
Serbia's pro-western President Boris Tadic waves to his supporters jubilating electoral victory in downtown Belgrade, Serbia.

Serbia announces EU bid

Belgrade has officially submitted its application for European Union membership
December 20, 2009
A montage of the EU flag and a German-language visa form

Visa-free travel

Serbian, Montenegrin and Macedonian nationals can now travel visa-free to most EU nations.
December 19, 2009
A guard monitoring border traffic

EU Schengen

EU interior ministers have moved to abolish visa requirements for some Balkan countries.
November 30, 2009
Children in Macedonia wave national and EU flags

Visa-free travel

The European Union is to lift visa restrictions for Serbia, Montenegro and Macedonia.
July 14, 2009
Montenegrin Prime Minister Milo Djukanovic

Joining the EU

Balkan nation Montenegro has placed a formal request for EU membership at a meeting in Paris.
December 15, 2008
Rioters clash with police in downtown Podgorica

Anti-Kosovo Protests

Several thousand Montenegrins held a rally to protest Kosovo's independence.
October 14, 2008
Kosovo Albanians celebrate independence,waving Albanian natioanl flag (L) and new Kosovo's flag (R)

Serbia Angered by Kosovo Recognitions

The Montenegrin and Macedonian envoys to Belgrade were expelled after recognizing Kosovo.
October 10, 2008
German ISAF troops on a street in Kabul

NATO to Plug Gaps

NATO will bolster its mission in Afghanistan by sending more troops and cutting restrictions.
November 29, 2006

Argentina Beat Up Serbia and Montenegro

Argentina proved why some consider them a World Cup title contender, displaying their speed and precision passing in a 6-0 rout of their Group C opponents.
June 16, 2006

Live Ticker: Argentina 6 : 0 Serbia and Montenegro

Review all the action from the match with the DW-WORLD.DE live ticker.
June 16, 2006

Dutch to Counter Ivory Coast Threat With Rampaging Robben

The Netherlands go into Friday's Group C match against Ivory Coast seeking a win that would almost certainly book their passage into the second round of the World Cup.
June 16, 2006

Weakened Serbia & Montenegro Ripe for Argentinean Plucking

Two-time World Cup winners Argentina, buoyed by three points from their first game against Ivory Coast, on Friday take on a Serbia-Montenegro side severely weakened by the loss of defensive pillar Nemanja Vidic.
June 16, 2006

Netherlands Start World Cup Campaign With Win

Confirming their palace as World Cup title contenders, the Netherlands opened with a dominating 1-0 win against Serbia and Montenegro Sunday.
June 11, 2006

Flying Dutchmen Plan Raid on Fortress Serbia & Montenegro

The attacking flair of the Netherlands will come up against the armor-plated defense of Serbia and Montenegro when the two sides meet in their opening Group C game in Leipzig Sunday.
June 11, 2006

EU, NATO Urge Serbia, Montenegro to Cooperate After Break-Up

The European Union "fully respects the decision of the people of Montenegro", after the Balkan nation's parliament declared its independence and separation from Serbia on Saturday.
June 4, 2006

EU Offers Closer Ties to Montenegro

The European Union has recognized the outcome of Montenegro's referendum and offered closer ties to the soon-to-be independent country. But it's still a long way before Montenegro can actually join the EU.
May 23, 2006

Montenegro - Vote for Independence

Goodbye Serbia – Montenegro has voted by a very narrow margin for independence from its large neighbour.
May 22, 2006

EU Respects Montenegro's Vote for Independence from Serbia

The European Union will respect the result of a weekend referendum in Montenegro in which 55.4 percent of people voted for independence from Serbia, EU foreign policy chief Javier Solana said on Monday.
May 22, 2006

The challenges of integrating southeast Europe

Both the EU and NATO are looking ahead at possible membership for Southeast Europe. But western Europe's wariness and a lack of regional cooperation are standing in the way.
May 6, 2006

Serbia Fails to Meet EU Ultimatum to Arrest Mladic

The European Union's ultimatum to Serbia to arrest key war crimes suspect Ratko Mladic expired on Monday with the former Bosnian Serb wartime military commander still at large.
May 1, 2006

Opinion: EU Still Playing Tug-of-War With Balkan States

The EU has resumed negotiations on closer ties with Serbia, despite Belgrade's flop in delivering the remaining war crimes suspects. DW's Bernd Riegert says it's becoming increasingly difficult for the union to expand.
April 5, 2006

World Cup Team Checks: Serbia & Montenegro

Emerging from a recent history scarred by war, the Serbia and Montenegro team have a chance to aid their country's healing process with a proud showing at the World Cup in Germany this summer.
April 1, 2006

Steinmeier Urges Serbs to Bring Mladic to Justice

At a meeting in Belgrade, Germany's foreign minister strongly urged Serbia to deliver war criminals to a UN tribunal; he also discussed sensitive territory issues regarding Kosovo and Montenegro.
March 2, 2006

EU, Russia to Push for Kosovo Solution

On the same day on which the EU appointed an Austrian diplomat as its representative in the upcoming talks on the future status of Kosovo, Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov headed for Belgrade to discuss political options.
November 8, 2005

After Milosevic, Serbia Struggles to Reform

On Wednesday, Belgrade marks the fifth anniversary of the protests that drove Slobodan Milosevic from office and ended a decade of violence. But democratic and economic reforms have made slow progress since then.
October 5, 2005

EU Opens Door to Serbia and Montenegro

The European Commission on Tuesday recommended the opening of negotiations on a stabilization and association agreement with Serbia and Montenegro, the first step towards the country's EU integration.
April 12, 2005

Joint-rule in Serbia-Montenegro in Jeopardy

With parliamentary mandates now expired, Montenegro's Prime Minister is calling for an end to the Serbia-Montenegro union. But his Serbian counterpart couldn't agree less.
March 3, 2005

Dane Takes Over as Kosovo's UN Governor

Soren Jessen-Petersen will have to decide on the future of Kosovo and work to improve democracy and minority rights.
August 17, 2004

Belgrade Faces New Pressure

Yugoslavia stands to lose $40 million in US aid if by March 31 it doesn’t boost cooperation with the UN war crimes tribunal in the Hague.
March 27, 2002

War and Peace on the Agenda

European Union leaders hunkered down in Barcelona for some serious talk on international politics and military affairs – not just trade, trade and more trade.
March 16, 2002

Montenegro Forms New Union With Serbia

Serbia and Montenegro have signed a deal to redefine the Yugoslav federation. The pact puts an end to Montenegro's plans for independence - at least for now.
March 14, 2002