I strongly condemn Russian drones striking Romanians in their homes. This is grave.
The Republic of Moldova stands in full solidarity with Romania and wishes a swift recovery to those injured in Galați.
Russia is a danger to all and must be stopped.
Belgrade.
"Please. The tomcat does not like knocking on the glass."
There is something almost painfully Balkan in this sentence. Not luxury. Not efficiency. Not Scandinavian emotional minimalism. Just an entire bookstore quietly reorganizing reality around the psychological comfort of one sleeping cat.
And honestly, after looking at modern civilization for long enough, I increasingly trust the judgment of bookstores and cats more than the judgment of people who use the phrase "global leadership summit."
🚨 LUKA MODRIĆ OFFICIAL STATEMENT:
“Dear Madridistas,
The time has come. The moment I never wanted to come, but that's football, and in life everything has a beginning and an end...
On Saturday I will play my last match at the Santiago Bernabéu.
I arrived in 2012 with the desire to wear the shirt of the best team in the world and with the ambition to do big things, but I couldn't imagine what came next.
Playing for Real Madrid changed my life as a football player and as a person.
I am proud to have been part of one of the most successful eras of the best club in history.
I want to give thanks from my heart to the club, especially president Florentino Pérez, my teammates, managers and everyone who helped me.
Throughout these years l've experienced incredible moments, comebacks that seemed impossible, finals, celebrations and magical nights at the Bernabéu... We won it all and I was very happy. Very very happy.
But beyond the titles and victories, I carry in my heart the affection of all Madrid fans. I really don't know how to explain the special connection I have with you and how supported, respected and loved I have felt and feel. I will never forget each ovation and all the gestures of affection you have shown me.
Leaving with a full heart. Filled with pride, gratitude and unforgettable memories. And even though, after the Club World Cup, I'm no longer going to wear this shirt on the field, I'll always be a Madrid fan.
We'll see each other again. Real Madrid will always be my home For a lifetime.
Hala Madrid and Nothing Else
Luka Modric.”