Demostat Program Director Zoran Panović assesses that it is more likely that the elections will be held on the 25th, not the 18th of October, emphasizing that the fact that the elections are p

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has extended Lukoil's operating license. This decision allows the Russian oil company to continue its operations under the current sanctions regime.

The US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has lifted sanctions on Iraq's Fly Baghdad Airlines and two of its aircraft, which had been blacklisted over alleged ties to the IRGC.

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has extended the operating license for Naftna Industrija Srbije (NIS) until August 28, allowing the company to continue operations and crude oil processing, while Serbian President Vučić announced talks with Putin and Magyar.

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has targeted Iran's crypto-funded toll scheme operating in the Strait of Hormuz.

NIS (Naftna Industrija Srbije) has formally requested an extension of its operating license from the U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). The company is seeking to continue its operations under the current sanctions regime.

Tunji Olaopa's contribution to the TOFAC 2026 conference explores the universal significance of identity and self-worth within the persona of a public administrator.

The US OFAC has extended Naftna industrija Srbije's license for another 30 days until July 31, while MOL's license for continued negotiations has also been extended.

Jadranski naftovod (JANAF) announced that its license from the U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has been extended, allowing it to continue contractual obligations for oil delivery to Naftna Industrija Srbije (NIS).

Following Orlen Lietuva's termination of a €1 billion contract with general contractor Petrofac for the modernization of the Mažeikiai refinery, subcontractor Iremas, a metal processing company, incurred a €5.6 million loss last year.

The 23rd Coface Country Risk Conference highlighted that businesses and states face a period of profound changes, emphasizing Europe's need to move from being an observer to an architect in navigating geopolitical conflicts, economic uncertainties, and technological shifts.

INOX has announced a partnership with a Swedish firm to develop and produce drinking water 'microfactories,' aiming to provide innovative solutions for water purification.

The United States has once again extended two licenses for Naftna industrija Srbije (NIS), allowing for its operational work and negotiations regarding changes to its Russian ownership.

Hungarian and Serbian media outlets have reported that the MOL Group has been granted an extension by OFAC to complete negotiations for the purchase of a majority stake in the Serbian Oil Industry (NIS).

Two licenses from the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) for Naftna Industrija Srbije (NIS), covering operational work and negotiations between MOL and Gazprom Neft, are set to expire tonight.

While the Serbian government and MOL have reached an agreement on acquiring a majority stake in Naftna Industrija Srbije (NIS), the ultimate fate of the company is reportedly being shaped by Russia and Hungary, with political considerations playing a significant role, and a crucial decision from OFAC is still pending.

The Thailand Consumers Council (TCC) and Cofact Thailand have submitted a letter to the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) chairman, pressing the regulator to finalize the long-delayed roadmap for broadcasting and TV.

Hungarian oil and gas company MOL has secured a formal license from the U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). This approval permits MOL to continue its negotiations concerning NIS until June 16.

A deadline set by the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is approaching for the conclusion of negotiations between Gazprom Neft and Hungary's MOL regarding the sale of Russia's stake in Serbia's Naftna Industrija Srbije (NIS).

The US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned six Ethereum addresses due to their ties with the Sinaloa Cartel.

The Yobe State Specialist Hospital in Damaturu has successfully performed its first highly specialized segmental mandibulectomy with reconstruction, a major maxillofacial surgical procedure.

The US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) extended the operating license for Serbia's NIS refinery in Pančevo for 60 days, until June 16, raising concerns about its long-term future.

Profac expects higher earnings in the second quarter as price increases take effect and maintains its capital expenditure forecast for 2026 at $155 million to $185 million.

Romania has officially received a permit from the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) to operate the Lukoil refinery. The announcement was made by the outgoing energy minister, ensuring the continuity of operations for the facility.

The US Treasury's OFAC has issued a new license, extending the authorization for the purchase of Russian oil and petroleum products loaded onto tankers until April 17.

The U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has reportedly extended a license for the Russian oil company Lukoil. This extension allows certain transactions with the company despite ongoing sanctions.

The U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued a new general license, extending authorization until May 1 for transactions necessary to negotiate and conclude conditional agreements related to the sale of Lukoil International.

The deadline set by the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) in December for Russians to negotiate the sale of their stake in Serbia's Naftna industrija Srbije (NIS) expires tonight, March 24, according to local time.

The US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has extended the operating license for the Serbian Oil Industry (NIS) until April.

Kancelarija za kontrolu strane imovine (OFAC) američkog Ministarstva finansija produžila je licencu za rad Naftnoj industriji Srbije do 17. aprila 2026. godine.

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The Serbian Oil Industry (NIS) has submitted a new application to the US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) for a special operating license, as its existing license is set to expire on March 20th.

A survey by Coface Romania indicates an anticipated 3.8% increase in insolvency proceedings in the country for the year 2025.

A maxillofacial surgeon from Chennai has been elected as the president of ICD-Section VI, a significant achievement in the medical community.

The US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) today extended the deadline for the sale of Russian company Lukoil's assets abroad until April 1.

A review assesses the effectiveness of Shark’s new FacialPro Glow + DePuffi gadget, which promises to address various skin concerns from pore size to puffiness, questioning if an at-home hydrofacial device can truly replace professional salon treatments.

Specialists at Hospital Clínic Barcelona have highlighted that menstruation can exacerbate food allergies, noting that this hormonal cofactor is an under-researched area.

Près de 700.000 comptes ont vu leurs données volées. Les investigations sont confiées à l’Office anticybercriminalité (Ofac).

The "Democratic Bulgaria" party has formally inquired with the U.S. Treasury's OFAC about why former Prime Minister Boyko Borisov has not been sanctioned under the Magnitsky Act, despite alleged data against him.

The Expofacic festival in Cantanhede has opened for an 11-day celebration, featuring diverse activities designed to appeal to all generations, including a competition for the best-decorated food stall.

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has extended the deadline for negotiations regarding the sale of Lukoil's foreign assets. Lukoil has been granted an additional month to finalize the sale of its international holdings.

The US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has extended the operating license for Serbia's NIS oil company for another 30 days until July 31, allowing the Pančevo refinery to continue processing crude oil.

Janaf announced it has received a license from OFAC until July 31, 2026, authorizing its participation in activities necessary for the transport of oil to NIS.

The Serbian Oil Industry (NIS) announced its application to the US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) for a new operating license.

Coface, a credit insurance company, predicts that oil prices will trade between $75 and $90 per barrel by the end of 2026, according to its baseline scenario. Experts view the memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran as positive news for the market.

Serbian Minister of Mining and Energy, Đedović Handanović, met with Serbian board members of Naftna industrija Srbije (NIS) to discuss ongoing risks to the company and efforts to remove it from OFAC sanctions.

The 34th Expofacic festival in Cantanhede, running from July 30 to August 9, will feature approximately 200 shows, over 600 exhibitors, and fifty food stalls.

An agreement between Serbia and MOL regarding NIS has been met with skepticism from experts, who question its guarantees for the sale's realization and the long-term commitment to the refinery's operation. Key issues about NIS remain unanswered, with some suggesting the deal is insignificant without Moscow's approval and OFAC's consent.

Medea Benjamin, co-founder of CodePink, has confirmed receiving a 'serious' query from the Treasury Department's OFAC regarding the organization's trip to Cuba, which she described as an intimidation tactic.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is sanctioning four individuals associated with pro-Hamas support networks.

Dr. Mateusz Dadej, chief economist at Coface in Poland and Central-Eastern Europe, warned that the global economy is generally 'living beyond its means.' He highlighted that the world consumes significantly more fuel than it produces, raising concerns about sustainability.

Kuwait's Ministry of Health has inaugurated its first oral and maxillofacial surgery clinic at the primary care level, aiming to expand specialized medical services for its citizens.

The Cleft and Facial Deformity Foundation, in collaboration with medical experts from the TY Danjuma Foundation, has begun offering free craniofacial surgeries to 35 patients with facial tumors in Nigeria's Cross River State.

Tether has frozen over $344 million in USDT stablecoins across two Tron addresses, acting in coordination with the US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) due to illicit activity flags.

According to Coface, bankruptcies in Bulgaria are projected to decrease by 6.2% in 2025, marking the third consecutive year of decline with 421 companies facing insolvency compared to 449 in 2024.

An obituary remembers Matti Lamberg (1939–2026), a groundbreaking figure and pioneer in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery.

Produžena licenca za rad NIS-a do 17. aprila, saopštila Dubravka Handanović Đedović, ministarka energetike u Vladi Srbije.

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced that he has not received confirmation regarding the extension of the NIS refinery license by the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). He described the situation as very difficult, indicating potential challenges for the refinery.

UKC Ljubljana announced that the threats are linked to hate speech and attempts to discredit UKC Ljubljana in the media.

ENTRETIEN - Xavier Durand, le directeur général de Coface, société d’assurance-crédit, décrypte la guerre en Iran, ses risques à court et moyen terme.

Reports suggest that OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control) may be seeking a new buyer for Serbia's NIS oil company, raising questions about its future and potential political implications.

Coface has released an analysis focusing on the factors driving the increase in tin prices and other non-ferrous metals.

Naftna industrija Srbije (NIS) announced it has submitted a new request to the US Department of the Treasury for a special license to ensure the smooth operation of the company's activities.

The name of Boyko Borissov appeared in an official document from the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) in response to a request from Vasil Bozhkov, according to the website Bird.

Boyko Borissov has dismissed as false the allegations that he received bribes from Vasil Bozhkov, following a report by the investigative site Bird.bg which cited OFAC.

COFACE SA has released its financial results for the first half of the year, providing an update on the company's performance during the period.

Adani Enterprises, the flagship Adani Group company, announced its highest-ever quarterly EBITDA of Rs 5,642 crore, with profit before tax standing at Rs 1,295 crore (excluding an OFAC settlement).

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The US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) revoked a license allowing trade in Iranian oil, following attacks on three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. This move comes as the US had previously revoked a license allowing Iran to sell its oil, which Iran condemned as a violation of an MoU.

Vojislav Vuletić, president of the Serbian Gas Association, stated that the US Office of Foreign Assets Control's (OFAC) decision to extend deadlines for NIS operations is not intended to harm Serbia.

The US Treasury’s OFAC has issued a new operating license to the Serbian Oil Industry (NIS) and extended its shareholders' ability to operate and negotiate sales.

The U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has introduced a 'Reconsideration Portal' on its website, allowing sanctioned individuals to submit online applications for removal from sanctions lists.

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has extended the license for negotiations regarding the sale of Lukoil's assets until July 25. This extension allows more time for discussions concerning the transaction.

The global business environment is deteriorating, with more insolvencies expected than previously forecast, according to international risk management company Coface, citing several key conditions increasing risk.

The US Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has extended the operating license for Serbia's Naftna industrija Srbije (NIS) for an additional 15 days.

Scientists from Mendel University and Masaryk University in cooperation with SocioFactor have completed a three-year study on wild animals living in the city of Brno, Czech Republic. Their findings reveal that the city is home to dozens of animal species.

The Silesian Medical University in Katowice, Poland, has patented a system to assist craniomaxillofacial surgeries. This innovation aims to enable more precise movement and stabilization of facial bones during complex reconstructive operations.

Professor Marcin Kozakiewicz, head of the Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic at the Medical University of Łódź, was one of two people killed in a car accident on the A1 highway near Łódź.

The deadline set by the US OFAC for the sale of Russia's stake in Naftna industrija Srbije (NIS) is approaching on May 22, raising questions about the company's future if no agreement is reached.

The Adani Group has reached a $275 million settlement to resolve its potential civil liability for apparent violations of OFAC sanctions on Iran, bringing relief to the conglomerate.

Many Tesla customers are still waiting for promised autonomous driving features, as the current onboard computer is reportedly too weak to support them, with upgrades in microfactories expected.

Serbian Finance Minister Siniša Mali announced expectations for the US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) to extend NIS's operating license today, with representatives from MOL also scheduled to arrive in Belgrade.

Naftna industrija Srbije (NIS) has submitted an application to the US Treasury Department for a new operating license, as its existing license is set to expire on April 17.

The US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has extended MOL's license to negotiate the acquisition of a majority stake in Serbia's Naftna industrija Srbije (NIS) until May 22, 2026, following the passing of the deadline for Russians to divest their shares.

Kancelarija za kontrolu strane imovine (OFAC) američkog Ministarstva finansija produžila je licencu za rad Naftnoj industriji Srbije do 17. aprila.

Kancelarija za kontrolu strane imovine (OFAC) američkog Ministarstva finansija produžila je licencu za rad Naftnoj industriji Srbije do 17. aprila 202

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić stated that the energy situation is difficult and complicated, partly due to expiring deadlines for Naftna Industrija Srbije (NIS) concerning American sanctions, and expects a decision from OFAC on license extension soon.

Marko Jug, the General Director of UKC Ljubljana, has reported receiving telephone threats, which the institution links to hate speech and attempts to discredit UKC Ljubljana in the media, prompting a police investigation following previous criminal reports concerning the maxillofacial surgery department.

A verdict has been delivered at the Zagreb County Court for Milan Krištofac and Leopold Jozić, who were involved in the 2022 robbery of Ana Zambata, wife of legendary Dinamo player Slaven Zambata.

«Μια σύγκρουση που περιορίζεται σε λίγες ημέρες ή εβδομάδες – το πιθανότερο σενάριο προς το παρόν – θα πρέπει να έχει περιορισμένο αντίκτυπο.

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