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Monday, August 31, 2026
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The Mladić controversy has escalated with actress Lidija Vukićević being reported to the Prosecutor's Office of Bosnia and Herzegovina for allegedly glorifying the war criminal, prompting calls for a boycott of her series. This development comes as the fallout from the Mladić link continues to be a prominent national discussion.
Meanwhile, the country is grappling with new domestic challenges as Tax Administration employees in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina announced a strike over low wages and staff shortages. This is compounded by a major protest planned by transport companies in Sarajevo today, expected to cause significant traffic disruptions. In a separate incident, a violent robbery, described as 'Fast and Furious' style, tragically resulted in three fatalities.
Amidst these events, there are signs of international engagement as Sarajevo is slated to host leading NATO generals, US congressmen, and security experts from September 4th to 6th. The national basketball team is also in action today, playing against Lithuania after resolving equipment issues.
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Actress Lidija Vukićević has been reported to the Prosecutor's Office of Bosnia and Herzegovina for allegedly glorifying war criminal Ratko Mladić. This has led to calls for a boycott of the series she is currently filming in Sarajevo, further fueling the ongoing debate surrounding Mladić's legacy.
Radio Sarajevo:
Faruk Šehić: The Demon is Dead, But the Idea Lives On
Author Faruk Šehić reflects on war crimes convict Ratko Mladić, stating that even without reading about him, the impact of his actions is deeply felt.
N1:
Lidija Vukićević Reported to BiH Prosecutor's Office for Glorifying War…
Actress Lidija Vukićević has been reported to the Prosecutor's Office of Bosnia and Herzegovina for allegedly glorifying war criminal Ratko Mladić, leading to calls for a boycott of the series she is filming in Sarajevo.
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Employees of the Tax Administration of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina are planning a strike due to low wages and a lack of workforce. Separately, a large protest by transport companies is scheduled in Sarajevo today, aiming to slow traffic from the BiH Parliament to the EU Delegation.
Radio Sarajevo:
Low Wages and Labor Shortage: Tax Administration Employees Announce Strike
Employees of the Tax Administration of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina plan to strike due to low wages and a lack of workforce.
Klix.ba:
Protest by Transport Companies in Sarajevo to Cause Traffic Delays
A large protest by transport companies in Sarajevo is scheduled today, aiming to slow traffic from the BiH Parliament to the EU Delegation.
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A daring robbery, described as 'Fast and Furious' style, has tragically resulted in the deaths of three people, highlighting a violent crime incident in the country.
Oslobođenje:
Crime: 'Fast and Furious' style robbery ends in three deaths
A daring robbery, described as 'Fast and Furious' style, has tragically resulted in the deaths of three people, highlighting a violent crime incident.
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Sarajevo is preparing to host a significant international event from September 4th to 6th, with leading NATO generals, US congressmen, and over 140 security experts expected to gather in the city.
Klix.ba:
Sarajevo to Host Top NATO Generals, US Congressmen, and Security Experts
Leading NATO generals, US congressmen, and over 140 security experts are expected to gather in Sarajevo from September 4th to 6th.
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The Bosnian and Herzegovinian national basketball team is set to play against Lithuania in Vilnius today. The team has resolved equipment issues and is encouraged to perform their best in the upcoming match.
Klix.ba:
Bosnia and Herzegovina's Basketball Team Plays Lithuania in Vilnius Today
The Bosnian and Herzegovinian national basketball team is set to play against Lithuania in Vilnius today, with the team encouraged to perform their best.
Radio Sarajevo:
BiH Basketball Players Ready for Match Against Lithuania
The Bosnian and Herzegovinian basketball team has resolved equipment issues and is prepared for their upcoming match against Lithuania.
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The Social Democratic Front (SBiH) has criticized remarks made by Bakir Izetbegović regarding civil war, noting the silence of Denis Bećirović on the matter.
Klix.ba:
SBiH Criticizes Izetbegović's Civil War Remarks, Notes Bećirović's Silence
The Social Democratic Front (SBiH) finds it strange that messages about civil war are coming from Izetbegović, while Bećirović remains silent as usual.
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A meteorologist's grim weather forecast for Bosnia and Herzegovina suggests that conditions will not improve, leading to increased concern among citizens about potential adverse weather.
Oslobođenje:
Bosnia and Herzegovina: Meteorologist's forecast worries citizens
A grim weather forecast from a meteorologist for Bosnia and Herzegovina suggests that the situation will not improve, causing concern among citizens about potential adverse conditions.
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