New country in europe
An interesting topic!
While there haven't been any new countries established in Europe in recent years, there have been some changes to the borders and territories of existing countries. Here are a few examples:
- Kosovo: Declared independence from Serbia in 2008, but its status is still disputed by some countries, including Serbia.
- South Ossetia and Abkhazia: These two regions in the Caucasus region declared independence from Georgia in 1991 and 1992, respectively, but are not recognized as sovereign states by most countries.
- Transnistria: A breakaway region in Moldova that declared independence in 1990, but is not recognized by most countries.
As for potential new countries in Europe, there have been some discussions and movements in recent years:
- Catalonia: The autonomous community of Catalonia in Spain has been pushing for independence, with a referendum held in 2017. While the Spanish government has rejected the results, the issue remains unresolved.
- Scotland: There have been ongoing debates about Scottish independence from the United Kingdom, with a referendum held in 2014. While the "No" side won, the issue remains a topic of discussion.
- Corsica: The island of Corsica, which is part of France, has a strong independence movement. While there have been some protests and demands for autonomy, a full-scale independence movement has not yet gained significant traction.
It's worth noting that the process of creating a new country is complex and often involves international recognition, which can be a challenging and time-consuming process.