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A major industrial company in Bosnia and Herzegovina has been declared bankrupt after 130 years of operation. This economic blow comes as political figures continue to navigate government formation talks. Foreign Minister Elmedin Konaković has stated his intention to pressure Milorad Dodik into quickly forming a government, while Miljan Kovač claims many within the SDS and PSS parties are eager to align with Dodik. Adding to the political discourse, Đuro Kozar suggested that Milorad Dodik is seeking to re-establish an army. Meanwhile, new details have emerged concerning lobbying efforts for Republika Srpska, including a New York Times report exposing a network of individuals linked to Donald Trump's circle, and the dismissal of an associate of Milorad Dodik who was previously connected to the Trump administration. On a more somber note, a 16-year-old boy was found deceased near Laktaši, leading to mourning at his school. In Sarajevo, residents are facing new water outages as the public utility ViK announced works that will affect nearly 30 streets and nine neighborhoods in the city.

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A significant industrial company in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with a history spanning 130 years, has been declared bankrupt.

Oslobođenje: Another Bosnian industrial giant bankrupt after 130 years

A major industrial company in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with a history spanning 130 years, has been declared bankrupt.

Statements from political figures indicate ongoing efforts and tensions surrounding government formation. Elmedin Konaković, Minister of Foreign Affairs, expressed his intent to pressure Milorad Dodik, who was removed from the presidency of Republika Srpska in 2025 but remains a powerful political figure, into quickly forming a government. Meanwhile, Miljan Kovač suggested that members of the SDS and PSS parties are interested in aligning with Dodik, and Đuro Kozar commented on Dodik's alleged…

N1: Kovač: In SDS and PSS, many are eager for Dodik's embrace

Miljan Kovač claims that within the SDS and PSS parties, there are many individuals who are eager to align with Dodik, suggesting post-election political realignments.

Oslobođenje: Konaković: I will force Dodik to form government soon

Elmedin Konaković stated his intention to pressure Milorad Dodik into forming a government quickly.

Oslobođenje: Đuro Kozar: Dodik wants an army again

Đuro Kozar's commentary suggests that Dodik is seeking to re-establish an army.

A New York Times exposé has unveiled a network of individuals from Donald Trump's circle who were lobbying for Republika Srpska. This development coincides with the dismissal of Paolo Zampolli, an associate of Milorad Dodik linked to the Trump administration, reportedly following an argument that began during a visit to Republika Srpska.

Oslobođenje: Another Dodik "friend" from Trump's administration dismissed

A report indicates that another associate of Milorad Dodik, who was previously linked to the Trump administration, has been dismissed.

Klix.ba: New York Times Reveals Network: Who Lobbied for Republika Srpska from Trump's…

The New York Times has uncovered a network of individuals from Donald Trump's circle who were lobbying for Republika Srpska.

Klix.ba: Trump Opens 'Firing Season': Paolo Zampolli Fired After Argument That Started…

Paolo Zampolli has been fired following an argument that reportedly began during a visit to Republika Srpska.

A school is mourning the loss of a 16-year-old boy whose body was discovered near Laktaši.

Radio Sarajevo: School Mourns 16-Year-Old Found Dead Near Laktaši

A school is bidding farewell to a 16-year-old boy whose body was discovered near Laktaši.

Public utility ViK has announced new works that will result in water supply interruptions for nearly 30 streets and nine neighborhoods in Sarajevo.

Radio Sarajevo: Sarajevo Streets Without Water Due to New Works

Public utility ViK announced new works that will leave nearly 30 streets in Sarajevo without water today.

Oslobođenje: VIK issues emergency notice; nine Sarajevo neighborhoods without water

The water supply company (ViK) has issued an emergency notice due to water being cut off to nine neighborhoods in Sarajevo.

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