Advance statements in psychiatry allow individuals to outline their future medical treatment preferences for times when they may lack mental capacity. These statements support self-determination and collaborative care, potentially reducing coercion and improving therapeutic relationships. The Mental Capacity Act 2005 in England and Wales has renewed interest in advance statements, emphasizing treatment in patients' best interests. The article also notes similar provisions in Scotland's mental health legislation. Research and initiatives are ongoing to facilitate the use of advance statements, aiming to empower service users and enhance treatment satisfaction.

Serbian officials are in advanced talks with Jared Kushner to redevelop the bombed-out Yugoslav General Staff headquarters in Belgrade, a site symbolizing Western military intervention. The potential deal has sparked mixed reactions among Serbs, with some viewing it as a loss of a historical monument and others seeing it as an opportunity for economic growth. Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic supports the project, while opposition figures and cultural heritage advocates express concerns. The project, involving a $500 million investment, aims to transform the site into luxury apartments and a hotel, with a portion of profits going to the Serbian state. The deal has raised questions about transparency and the appropriateness of foreign involvement in such a historically significant site.

The EU's disinformation database has identified 116 fake news stories related to Serbia, primarily propagated by Russian and Chinese media. The database, managed by EU's High Representative Josep Borrell, has tracked over 16,000 disinformation cases globally since 2015. Key narratives include false claims about Western orchestration of Serbian protests and comparisons to Ukraine's Maidan. The EU emphasizes the lack of evidence supporting these claims and highlights the ongoing challenge of combating sophisticated disinformation campaigns. The article also discusses historical disinformation related to NATO's intervention in Yugoslavia and the Srebrenica genocide.

Over three years, Istvan Tiborcz, son-in-law of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, acquired over 122,000 square meters of business space in Belgrade through three transactions. The properties, initially controlled by the Hungarian National Bank, were managed by Indotek before being transferred to Tiborcz's Diofa Fund Management. The article highlights the political and corruption context surrounding Orban's administration, noting Transparency International's findings on corruption in Hungary. The properties in Belgrade house various IT firms, banks, and international organizations. Tiborcz's business ventures have previously faced scrutiny, including an investigation by OLAF into street lighting projects in Hungary.

Two high-rise buildings with apartments and hotels are planned on the site of the General Staff complex in Belgrade, destroyed in the 1999 NATO bombing. Jared Kushner, Donald Trump's son-in-law, revealed the design plans, potentially finalizing the deal with the Serbian government. Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić is enthusiastic about the project, which includes a museum for victims. Opposition figures and experts express concerns about transparency and procedural adherence. The project, valued at $500 million, involves a 99-year lease of the land to Kushner's company, with Serbia receiving 22% of the profits.

Journalists Dinko Gruhonjić and Ana Lalić from Novi Sad have faced numerous threats and harassment, primarily from social media users and right-wing political figures. The threats include physical harm and derogatory comments, with some individuals calling for their dismissal from their professional positions. The Nezavisno društvo novinara Vojvodine has filed criminal complaints, and investigations are ongoing. The article highlights the lack of response from authorities and the escalation of hate speech and aggression towards journalists in Serbia.

The ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) invested approximately 7.4 million euros in the December parliamentary election campaign, surpassing the combined spending of all other parties. The SNS allocated significant funds to media advertising, particularly on RTS and Pink, and organized numerous pre-election rallies. The opposition coalition 'Serbia Against Violence' (SPN) spent over 2 million euros, while the Socialist Party of Serbia (SPS) reported expenses of 2.2 million euros, largely funded by citizen donations. The article details the financial mechanisms of campaign funding in Serbia, including budget allocations, private donations, and the legal requirements for reporting campaign expenditures.

An investigation reveals that scammers from Veles, North Macedonia, are selling fake 'Trump Collection' debit cards to American Trump supporters, promising high returns. Victims, like 86-year-old Ann Bratton, have lost significant amounts of money. The fraudulent scheme operates through encrypted Telegram channels and involves doctored images and deepfake videos. Despite the scale of the scam, there has been little response from U.S. authorities. The scammers use payment platforms like CopeCart and domain obfuscation services to cover their tracks. Local authorities in Veles acknowledge the issue but lack sufficient evidence to act.

The EU is set to adopt its thirteenth package of sanctions, which for the first time includes a Serbian company, Conex doo, for allegedly supporting Russia's war efforts. Conex, a consulting firm based in Belgrade, was nearly inactive before the Ukraine invasion but reported significant revenue in 2022. The EU's new sanctions aim to curb the circumvention of existing measures, particularly through dual-use goods. The final list of sanctioned entities will be confirmed by February 23, 2023. Previous sanctions have targeted other Serbian firms for their dealings with Russia.

A group from Veles, North Macedonia, has been identified as the creators of a scam involving the sale of fraudulent 'Trump Cards' to American citizens, promising high returns on investment. The scam, which has affected individuals like Ann Bratton, operates through closed Telegram channels and various websites. Despite the significant financial losses incurred by victims, there has been no response from authorities in the US or North Macedonia. The scheme exploits the trust of Trump supporters, using fake endorsements and deepfake videos to promote worthless products. The investigation by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty reveals the extensive network and methods used by the scammers, highlighting the ongoing issue of online fraud.