Daily Archives: August 19, 2026

Tschechische Republik News Osteuropa

Roma TV

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Roma TV

The article discusses the fate of Roma TV in the Czech Republic, which aimed to provide a platform for Romani culture and personalities through IPTV operators, broadcasting 10 hours daily.

The programming included shows featuring Romani figures, cooking segments, music programs, and documentaries, but faced challenges in acquiring films and competitions due to high costs.

Roma TV was funded solely through donations, not public funds, and despite its closure, there is hope for its return as it provided opportunities for many Romani individuals.

News Osteuropa Rumänien

Corruption?

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Corruption?

The article discusses the alleged corruption and mismanagement within the Romani Party in Vaslui, Romania, highlighting the lack of progress in integrating the Romani community despite significant funding over the years.

Activist Valeriu Nicolae criticizes the leadership of the Romani Party, describing it as corrupt and ineffective, and emphasizes that the Romani people are the ones suffering from this corruption.

The article also details a recent scandal involving the Romani Party’s leadership, leading to the suspension of its local structures and the dismissal of key figures due to allegations of misconduct and financial mismanagement.

Ungarn News Osteuropa Slowakei

Relocation – Slovak View

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Relocation – Slovak View

The relocation of several Roma families from an illegal settlement in Košice to Hungary has sparked political support for local mayor Lenka Kovačevičová from Zoroslav Kollár and his party, Právo na pravdu.

Kollár views the controversy surrounding the relocation as a positive step, advocating for better living conditions for both Roma and non-Roma communities.

Martin Halás from Právo na pravdu claims that families moving to Hungary faced police harassment, leading to legal actions against the Hungarian police and appeals to various political entities.

Ungarn News Osteuropa Slowakei

Relocation – Hungarian Reporting

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Relocation – Hungarian Reporting

Lenka Kovačevičová, Mayor of the Košice-Lázně District, claims there are 15 illegal settlements in Košice, housing around 2600 people in dire conditions without basic utilities, prompting the formation of a civic association to assist affected families.

The mayor of Košice apparently supports the relocation of Roma families to Szalonna, Hungary, emphasizing their right to freedom of movement and criticizing media narratives suggesting forced relocations.

The Právo na pravdu party advocates for Roma issues, with leaders expressing confidence in addressing these social problems if Kovačevičová becomes mayor, while criticizing the current mayor and Hungarian authorities for their treatment of Roma citizens.

Griechenland News Westeuropa

Clashes in Greece

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Clashes in Greece

Two police officers were slightly injured during a clash with a group of young individuals attempting to free an 18-year-old suspect outside the Police Station in Piniou, Greece.

The incident occurred on August 15, when the police were attacked by three young Roma individuals while escorting the detained suspect, who was wanted for fraud.

Targeted police operations in Roma settlements were conducted in Argolis, Corinthia, and Messinia, resulting in the arrest of 14 individuals for various offenses.

In Argolis, 21 individuals were checked, leading to 5 arrests, while in Corinthia and Messinia, 13 and 21 individuals were checked respectively, with 4 and 5 arrests made.

This is escalating …

Bulgarien News Osteuropa

Neo-Nazis in Bulgaria

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Neo-Nazis in Bulgaria

The Bulgarian police raides a private club associated with the international neo-Nazi organization “Blood and Honour” in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. The organisation is connected to nationalism and recent violent events.

Boryan Rasate, a nationalist figure, expresses disdain for the media’s portrayal of the incident, arguing that the focus on a few Nepalese individuals being attacked overshadows the daily violence faced by Bulgarians.

Rasate claims that the actions of the youth involved in a recent murder were not premeditated but rather a result of youthful recklessness, criticizing the media for sensationalizing the events and diverting attention from more pressing issues in society.

Montenegro News Osteuropa

Montenegro – Equal Opportunity

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Montenegro – Equal Opportunity

The NGO for the support of Roma and Egyptians emphasizes that educational inclusion must be measured by tangible opportunities for children, such as access to schools and scholarships, rather than just strategies and public messages.

Positive progress has been noted in the educational and social inclusion of Roma and Egyptians in Montenegro, with the Ministry of Education playing a key role in improving their situation.

The organization stresses the importance of collaboration among various stakeholders, including the Roma community, to create effective policies and ensure equal educational opportunities for all children.

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