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August 11, 2026

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Tuesday, August 11, 2026

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Thirteen miners in Zenica remain trapped underground for a seventh consecutive night, protesting unpaid wages. The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH) government has intervened, pledging to secure their salaries but demanding a precise date for their return to work. This development comes as Bosnia and Herzegovina faces the potential loss of over half a billion euros from the European Union due to the government's failure to secure even a 60 million euro grant, highlighting significant administrative irresponsibility. Meanwhile, wildfires are spreading uncontrollably across Herzegovina, with flames now nearing residential areas, particularly in Konjic and Neum, marking an escalation of the situation. In other news, a request has been made to revoke the medical license of Dr. Dragan Babić, a neuropsychiatrist and University of Mostar professor, following an incident in Makarska. Sarajevo Airport is also in negotiations with major airlines, including Air China and United, and anticipates a significant increase in Ryanair seats. Political tensions are evident with Branislav Borenović, a member of the national House of Representatives and a representative of the Party of Democratic Progress, publicly… On a positive note, the FBiH government has allocated 166,000 KM to each of the 12 most underdeveloped municipalities, providing much-needed assistance for local development. Additionally, meteorologists in Bosnia and Herzegovina have issued a warning for extreme heat, with high temperatures forecast until Saturday.

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Thirteen miners in Zenica have spent a seventh night underground, protesting unpaid wages. The FBiH government has pledged to secure their salaries but demands a precise date for their return to work.

Oslobođenje: Thirteen Miners Trapped for Seven Nights in Zenica Mine

Thirteen miners from Zenica remain trapped underground for the seventh night, with rising nervousness and concern for their safety.

Radio Sarajevo: Zenica miners spend seventh night in pit over unpaid wages

Miners from Zenica have spent their seventh consecutive night in the Raspotočje pit due to unpaid salaries.

Klix.ba: Zenica Crisis: FBiH Government Assures Rudars' Wages, Demands Precise Date

The FBiH government has stated it will secure wages for the miners in Zenica but has demanded a precise date for when they can resume work.

Bosnia and Herzegovina is in danger of losing over half a billion euros from the European Union due to the government's failure to secure even a 60 million euro grant, highlighting significant irresponsibility.

Klix.ba: Bosnia and Herzegovina to Lose Over Half a Billion Euros from EU, Government…

Bosnia and Herzegovina risks losing over half a billion euros from the EU due to the government's failure to secure even a grant of 60 million euros, highlighting extreme irresponsibility.

Uncontrolled wildfires are spreading across Herzegovina, with flames now nearing residential areas, particularly in Konjic and Neum, marking an escalation of the situation.

Oslobođenje: Wildfires Rage in Herzegovina, Approaching Homes

Wildfires are spreading uncontrollably across Herzegovina, with flames nearing residential areas, and the situation is particularly severe near Konjic and Neum.

Radio Sarajevo: Difficult fire situation in Konjic and Neum

There is a serious situation with fires in Konjic, and flames are also burning near Neum.

N1: Wildfires Persist: Fires Burning in Konjic and Neum

The situation remains critical as wildfires continue to rage in the areas of Konjic and Neum.

The Government of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina has allocated 166,000 KM to each of the 12 most underdeveloped municipalities, providing assistance for local development.

Klix.ba: FBiH Government Allocates Funds for Most Underdeveloped Municipalities

The Government of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH) has allocated 166,000 KM to each of the 12 most underdeveloped municipalities for assistance.

A request has been made to revoke the medical license of Dr. Dragan Babić, a neuropsychiatrist and University of Mostar professor, following an incident in Makarska, with psychiatrists from Tuzla strongly condemning his actions and demanding sanctions.

Oslobođenje: Doctor's License Revocation Sought After Incident in Makarska

A request has been made to revoke the medical license of Dr. Dragan Babić following an incident in Makarska, with psychiatrists from Tuzla strongly condemning his actions and demanding sanctions.

The director of Sarajevo Airport has announced negotiations with Air China and United Airlines, anticipating the arrival of 425,000 seats from Ryanair, signaling potential growth in air travel.

N1: Sarajevo Airport Negotiates with Air China and United, 425,000 Ryanair Seats…

The director of Sarajevo Airport has announced negotiations with Air China and United Airlines, anticipating the arrival of 425,000 seats from Ryanair.

Branislav Borenović, a member of the national House of Representatives, has strongly criticized Nebojša Vukanović, a member of the National Assembly of Republika Srpska, labeling him the "regime's most useful toy" and accusing him of undermining the opposition for years.

Klix.ba: Borenović's Strong Message to Vukanović: 'He is the Regime's Most Useful Toy'

Branislav Borenović has sent a strong message to Nebojša Vukanović, calling him the regime's most useful toy and accusing him of undermining the opposition for years.

The Party of Democratic Action (SDA) has asserted that the government in the Una-Sana Canton (USK) was legally appointed, dismissing the invocation of a vital national interest as a desperate maneuver.

Klix.ba: SDA on New Majority in USK: Government Appointed Legally, Vital Interest Move…

The Party of Democratic Action (SDA) has commented on the new majority in the Una-Sana Canton (USK), stating the government was appointed legally and that invoking a vital national interest is a desperate move.

Bosnia and Herzegovina meteorologists have issued a warning for extreme heat, with forecasts indicating high temperatures until Saturday.

Radio Sarajevo: Extreme heat announced, BH meteorologists issue warning

Extreme heat is forecast, and meteorologists in Bosnia and Herzegovina have issued a warning, with a forecast provided until Saturday.

A traffic accident occurred in Sarajevo involving a car and an electric scooter on the roundabout between the Mojmilo and Dobrinja neighborhoods.

Radio Sarajevo: Car and e-scooter collision in Sarajevo

A traffic accident occurred in Sarajevo between a car and an electric scooter on the roundabout between Mojmilo and Dobrinja neighborhoods.

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