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Monday, September 07, 2026
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A significant new proposal has been introduced for constitutional reform in Bosnia and Herzegovina, advocating for the abolition of the current entities and the creation of 10 federal states to restructure the country's governance. This development marks a potential shift in the nation's political landscape.
Meanwhile, the glorification of war criminals continues to draw strong reactions, with Bosnia and Herzegovina filing a complaint with UEFA over chants at a football match in Belgrade. The OSCE has also sharply condemned the public broadcaster RTRS for glorifying Ratko Mladić and urged the Communications Regulatory Agency (RAK) to take action.
Other domestic news includes the ongoing battle against wildfires by the Armed Forces for a fifth consecutive week, with Bihać and Tomislavgrad being the most affected areas. The election campaign for 2026 continues, with Bakir Izetbegović, president of the Party of Democratic Action (SDA), stating that only his party can 'save this country,' while a political commentator, Edhem Bičakčić, suggested citizens are experiencing 'Stockholm syndrome' in relation to the campaign. In economic news, Lidl is set to launch operations in Bosnia and Herzegovina, potentially featuring local products. US Senators have also issued a warning to Serbia and Republika Srpska regarding the funeral of Ratko…
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A new proposal for constitutional reform in Bosnia and Herzegovina suggests abolishing the existing entities and establishing 10 federal states as a means to restructure the country's governance.
Oslobođenje:
New Proposal for BiH Constitutional Reform: Abolish Entities, Create 10…
A new proposal for constitutional reform in Bosnia and Herzegovina suggests abolishing the current entities and establishing 10 federal states, aiming to restructure the country's governance.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina has filed a complaint with UEFA regarding the chanting of a war criminal's name at a football match. Separately, the OSCE has strongly condemned the public broadcaster RTRS for glorifying Ratko Mladić and urged the Communications Regulatory Agency (RAK) to take immediate action.
Radio Sarajevo:
Bosnia and Herzegovina Files First UEFA Complaint Over Shameful Scenes in…
A complaint has been filed with UEFA from Bosnia and Herzegovina due to chants of a war criminal's name at a football match in Belgrade between Crvena Zvezda and Partizan.
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OSCE Condemns RTRS for Glorifying Ratko Mladić; RAK Urged to Act
The OSCE has sharply condemned RTRS for glorifying the war criminal Ratko Mladić and has called on RAK (Communications Regulatory Agency) to take urgent action.
Klix.ba:
OSCE Criticizes RTRS for War Criminal Commemoration
The OSCE has sharply criticized the public broadcaster RTRS for its commemoration of a war criminal, noting that the content was presented without adhering to judicial facts.
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The 2026 General Election campaign is underway, with Bakir Izetbegović, president of the Party of Democratic Action (SDA), asserting that only the SDA can 'save this country'. Political commentator Edhem Bičakčić suggested that citizens exhibit 'Stockholm syndrome' in their engagement with the election campaign.
Radio Sarajevo:
Elections 2026 | Izetbegović from Sanski Most: 'Only SDA Can Save This Country'
Bakir Izetbegović, speaking from Sanski Most, stated that only the SDA party can save Bosnia and Herzegovina, in the context of the upcoming 2026 elections.
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Bičakčić on BiH Election Campaign: Citizens Have Stockholm Syndrome
A political commentator, Bičakčić, remarks on the election campaign in Bosnia and Herzegovina, suggesting citizens suffer from Stockholm syndrome by admiring their abusers.
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Transporters in Bosnia and Herzegovina have announced plans to begin protests on September 14th at border crossings leading to the European Union.
Radio Sarajevo:
Transporters Begin Protests on September 14 at Border Crossings to the EU
Transporters in Bosnia and Herzegovina have announced protests starting on September 14th at border crossings leading to the European Union.
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The German retail company Lidl is preparing to launch its operations in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with the potential inclusion of local products such as potatoes from Glamoč on its shelves.
Oslobođenje:
Lidl to Launch in BiH: Glamoč Potatoes May Reach Shelves
German company Lidl is set to launch its operations in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with local products like potatoes from Glamoč potentially being featured.
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In a disgraceful act, car tires were found thrown on the monument dedicated to Enver Šehović, a recognized hero of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Radio Sarajevo:
Disgraceful: Car Tires Thrown on Monument to Hero Enver Šehović
Car tires were found thrown on the monument dedicated to Enver Šehović, a hero of Bosnia and Herzegovina, in an act deemed disgraceful.
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A married couple from Sarajevo passed away within a single day of each other, a tragic event that has prompted a statement from their daughter.
Oslobođenje:
Sarajevo Couple Dies Within One Day, Daughter Speaks Out
A married couple from Sarajevo passed away within a single day of each other, prompting a statement from their daughter.
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