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In a significant development, Federal Minister of Health Nediljko Rimac, a member of HDZ 1990, and his advisor have been detained and their offices searched by authorities. The action by the 'POSKOK' operation is part of an investigation linked to private clinics and a scandal involving frozen embryos, with phones and computers seized as evidence. Rimac remains a suspect in the ongoing probe. The country continues to grapple with widespread wildfires, particularly around Konjic and Tomislavgrad, where urgent appeals for public and international assistance have been issued. The BiH Armed Forces have deployed helicopters to aid firefighting efforts, and dramatic testimonies have emerged from those rescued from the blazes, with one 65-year-old woman reported missing. Adding to the domestic concerns, citizens in Mostar have begun protests by blocking the Uborak landfill, expressing frustration over what they describe as 'lies and temporary solutions' regarding the site's operation. Internationally, Canada has voiced concerns regarding pressures on the Srebrenica Memorial Center.

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Federal Minister of Health Nediljko Rimac and his advisor have been detained, and their offices searched by the 'POSKOK' operation. Authorities seized phones and computers as part of an investigation into private clinics, specifically linked to the 'New Life' polyclinic and a scandal involving frozen embryos. Rimac, a member of HDZ 1990, and another individual have been identified as suspects in the ongoing probe.

Oslobođenje: Minister of Health of FBiH Inspected: POSKOK Seized His Phone and Computers

The Minister of Health of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Nediljko Rimac, was reportedly searched, with authorities seizing his phone and computers. The circumstances and reasons for the search are under investigation.

N1: Office of Federal Health Minister Searched; Phone Seized in Probe Linked to…

The office of Federal Minister of Health Nediljko Rimac was searched, and his phone was confiscated as part of an investigation connected to private clinics.

Klix.ba: Bosnian Health Ministry Searched, Minister and Advisor Detained

The "POSKOK" operation has searched the Ministry of Health of the Federation of BiH, detaining Minister Nediljko Rimac and his advisor, with mobile phones confiscated.

Wildfires continue to spread across Herzegovina, particularly near Konjic and Tomislavgrad, prompting urgent appeals for aid and solidarity from citizens. The BiH Armed Forces have deployed helicopters to assist in extinguishing the fires, working alongside mountaineers, hunters, and locals. Dramatic rescue efforts have been reported, and a 65-year-old woman is missing.

Radio Sarajevo: Urgent Appeal from Konjic: 'Help Our People, Be Solidary'

An urgent appeal has been made from Konjic for solidarity and aid as wildfires continue to rage and firefighters and citizens battle to protect inhabited areas.

Radio Sarajevo: BiH Armed Forces Helicopter Continues Fighting Fire Near Konjic

A helicopter of the Bosnian and Herzegovinian Armed Forces is involved in extinguishing fires near Konjic, supported by mountaineers, hunters, and locals.

N1: Wildfire Near Konjic Tends to Spread

A wildfire near Konjic is showing a tendency to spread, posing a growing threat.

N1: People Rescued from Blaze; Dramatic Testimonies Emerge: 65-Year-Old Woman…

In dramatic scenes, people were rescued from a wildfire, with harrowing testimonies surfacing. A 65-year-old woman is reported missing, and her family is appealing for assistance.

N1: Over 150 People Battling Fire Near Tomislavgrad; Air Tractor Expected

More than 150 individuals are engaged in fighting a fire near Tomislavgrad, with an air tractor anticipated to assist in suppression efforts.

Klix.ba: Urgent Appeal from Konjic as Wildfires Rage Unchecked

An urgent appeal has been issued from Konjic due to relentless wildfires, with citizens urged to assist as resources are depleted.

Citizens in Mostar have staged a protest by blocking the gate of the Uborak landfill. They are expressing deep frustration with what they term 'lies and temporary solutions' concerning the site's ongoing operation.

Oslobođenje: Mostar Citizens Block Uborak Landfill Gate: 'Enough Lies and Temporary…

Citizens in Mostar have staged a protest by blocking the gate of the Uborak landfill, expressing frustration with what they call 'lies and temporary solutions' regarding the site's operation.

Canada has officially expressed concern regarding the pressures being exerted on the Srebrenica Memorial Center. The Canadian Prime Minister has issued a statement on the sensitive issue.

Oslobođenje: Canada Concerned Over Pressure on Srebrenica Memorial Center, Prime Minister…

Canada has expressed concern regarding pressures being exerted on the Srebrenica Memorial Center, with the Prime Minister making a statement on the issue.

Bosnia and Herzegovina is opening its doors to new financing opportunities, welcoming the French investment firm Proparco to provide domestic companies with access to new funding sources. Additionally, the country is set to benefit from joining SEPA, which will eliminate expensive transaction fees for BiH citizens and the diaspora.

Klix.ba: BiH Opens Doors to French Proparco for New Financing

Bosnia and Herzegovina has opened its doors to the French investment firm Proparco, providing domestic companies with access to new funding sources.

Klix.ba: End to High Fees: SEPA Access Benefits BiH Citizens and Diaspora

The end of expensive transaction fees is highlighted, with Soreca explaining the benefits for BiH citizens and the diaspora from joining SEPA.

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