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September 28, 2026

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Monday, September 28, 2026

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Milorad Dodik, a prominent Bosnian Serb political figure and President of the Alliance of Independent Social Democrats (SNSD), is en route to Moscow for discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin. This visit comes as domestic tensions escalate over the Srebrenica Memorial Center, with the Party of Democratic Action (SDA) condemning what it calls "unacceptable pressure" from Dodik's regime and warning of severe consequences from a potential raid by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Republika Srpska. The controversy surrounding the Srebrenica Memorial Center has drawn international attention, with the British Embassy emphasizing the need to safeguard the center's independence. Meanwhile, in Sarajevo, the director of the city's water utility company is facing criminal charges due to persistent water supply problems, with residents reportedly having water for only five days a month. Other significant domestic news includes reports of 10 billion Convertible Marks in unrealized investments within Republika Srpska, and a positive development in Livanian Canton where the Ministry of Internal Affairs has hired 200 new police officers and invested 10.5 million Convertible Marks.

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Milorad Dodik, President of the Alliance of Independent Social Democrats (SNSD) and a Bosnian Serb political figure, has traveled to Moscow to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Discussions are expected to cover previously agreed matters and future plans.

Oslobođenje: Dodik reveals what he will discuss with Putin: We will analyze previously…

Milorad Dodik, a political figure from Bosnia and Herzegovina, has disclosed that he will discuss previously agreed matters with Vladimir Putin during an upcoming visit to Moscow.

Klix.ba: Dodik Travels to Moscow, Announces Meeting with Putin: 'We Will Discuss Future…

Milorad Dodik has traveled to Moscow, where he plans to meet with Vladimir Putin to discuss 'future plans'.

The Party of Democratic Action (SDA) has condemned "unacceptable pressure" from Milorad Dodik's regime on the Srebrenica Memorial Center, warning of potentially severe consequences from a raid by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Republika Srpska. The British Embassy has also stated that the independence of the Memorial Center must be safeguarded.

N1: SDA: 'Unacceptable Pressure' on Srebrenica Memorial Center

The SDA party has condemned what it calls 'unacceptable pressure' from Dodik's regime on the Srebrenica Memorial Center, potentially leading to staff dismissals and temporary closure.

Oslobođenje: SDA: MUP RS's raid on MC Srebrenica could have unforeseeable consequences

The Party of Democratic Action (SDA) has issued a statement warning of potentially severe consequences following a raid by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Republika Srpska on the Srebrenica Memorial Center.

Radio Sarajevo: British Embassy to Radio Sarajevo.ba: Independence of the Memorial Center Must…

The British Embassy has stated that the independence of the Memorial Center needs to be safeguarded.

Klix.ba: SDA: Warning That RS Police Entry into Srebrenica Memorial Center Would Have…

The Party of Democratic Action (SDA) issued a warning that any intrusion by Republika Srpska police into the Srebrenica Memorial Center would lead to severe and unpredictable outcomes.

The director of Sarajevo's water utility company (ViK) is facing criminal charges for allegedly failing to repair reported issues, leading to residents experiencing water supply for only five days in a month.

N1: Sarajevo Water Utility Director Faces Criminal Charges Amidst Supply Issues

A criminal complaint has been filed against the director of Sarajevo's water utility company (ViK) for failing to repair reported issues, with residents experiencing water supply for only five days in a month.

Republika Srpska is facing a significant economic challenge with 10 billion Convertible Marks in unrealized investments.

Oslobođenje: 10 billion marks in unrealized investments in Republika Srpska

An article detailing 10 billion Convertible Marks worth of investments that have not been realized in the Republika Srpska entity.

Two separate incidents report Bosnian citizens being fined 16,000 Convertible Marks at the border with Croatia for failing to declare large sums of cash.

Oslobođenje: BiH citizen fined 16,000 KM at the border with Croatia, this is the reason

A citizen of Bosnia and Herzegovina was fined 16,000 Convertible Marks at the border crossing with Croatia, and the article explains the reason for the penalty.

Klix.ba: Bosnian Citizen Fined 16,000 KM at Croatian Border for Not Declaring Large Sum…

A citizen of Bosnia and Herzegovina was fined 16,000 convertible marks at the border crossing with Croatia for failing to declare a significant amount of cash.

Meša Jašarević, an official from Teslić, had his car set on fire in an incident that may be linked to a previous controversy that prevented Milorad Dodik from being declared an honorary citizen.

Klix.ba: Car Set on Fire for Teslić Official; Dodik Not Declared Honorary Citizen…

An official from Teslić, Meša Jašarević, had his car set on fire. It is suggested that a previous controversy involving him prevented Dodik from being declared an honorary citizen.

Healthcare institutions in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina are warning of rising costs while grappling with reduced funding, potentially impacting patient care.

Oslobođenje: Less money for healthcare in FBiH, institutes warn of rising costs

Healthcare institutions in the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina are facing reduced funding while costs are increasing, leading to warnings about the impact on patient care.

Minister Pandurević has expressed the belief that past housing subsidies were ineffective, with a new objective set to reduce the price per square meter for housing in Sarajevo.

Klix.ba: Minister Pandurević Considers Housing Subsidies a Mistake; New Goal is…

Minister Pandurević believes past housing subsidies were ineffective and states the new objective is to reduce the price per square meter for housing in Sarajevo.

Bosnia and Herzegovina marked two significant historical anniversaries: the 33rd anniversary of the First Bosniak Assembly, which restored the name 'Bošnjak,' and the 34th anniversary of the formation of the 2nd Corps of the Army of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Tuzla.

Radio Sarajevo: 33 Years Since Historic Decision: Šaćir Filandra on the Day the Name 'Bošnjak'…

This article discusses the 33rd anniversary of the First Bosniak Assembly held in Sarajevo during wartime, which restored the historical name 'Bošnjak' and confirmed the Bosniak identity.

Radio Sarajevo: Tuzla Marks 34th Anniversary of the Formation of the 2nd Corps of the Army of…

The 34th anniversary of the formation of the 2nd Corps of the Army of the Republic of Bosnia and Herzegovina was commemorated in Tuzla.

Economist Jeffrey Sachs, speaking in Banja Luka, suggested that Bosnia and Herzegovina could serve as a model for transforming diversity into successful cooperation.

Klix.ba: Jeffrey Sachs in Banja Luka: BiH Can Be an Example of How Differences Turn…

Economist Jeffrey Sachs, speaking in Banja Luka, suggested that Bosnia and Herzegovina has the potential to serve as a model for transforming diversity into successful cooperation.

A serious traffic accident occurred in the Grbavica area of Sarajevo, where a child was struck by a car. Police are currently on the scene investigating.

Oslobođenje: Serious traffic accident in Grbavica, a child hit by a car

A serious traffic accident occurred in the Grbavica area where a child was struck by a car. Police are on the scene.

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