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Wednesday, July 29, 2026

🥵 Heatwave

Bosnia and Herzegovina is bracing for a severe heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach 39°C, while political discussions are heating up over a recent desecration incident in Međugorje, drawing comments from prominent politicians. Meanwhile, Sarajevo is experiencing a surge in tourism as accommodation fills up ahead of highly anticipated Dino Merlin concerts, promising an economic boost to various sectors. In other domestic news, teachers in Sarajevo are threatening a strike in September over various school year issues. On a positive note, Sarajevo will now provide expensive rheumatoid arthritis medication for free to patients. The Council of Ministers is also considering an agreement with Croatia on a gas pipeline, and a new fee structure for vans and buses is being introduced in Neum.

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Bosnia and Herzegovina is experiencing a heatwave with temperatures expected to reach 39°C and continue to rise over the weekend, with mostly clear skies.

Radio Sarajevo: Scorching Days Ahead for BiH: Temperatures to Reach 39°C Today, Warmer This…

Bosnia and Herzegovina is bracing for extremely hot weather, with temperatures expected to hit 39°C today and continue to rise over the weekend. The forecast indicates mostly clear skies in the morning across the country.

The desecration of religious symbols and objects in Međugorje has sparked political debate, with Darijana Filipović, a member of the national House of Representatives and Vice-President of the HDZ BiH, initially calling it an attack on Catholic faithful but later blaming the media, while Slaven Raguž, leader of the Croatian Republican Party, criticized the reactions as political marketing.

Oslobođenje: Justification Over Međugorje: Filipović Defends Actions Amidst Media Blame

Politician Filipović is reportedly justifying her statements about Međugorje, after initially calling an event an attack on the Catholic faithful and later blaming the media.

Klix.ba: Slaven Raguž Fiercely on Reactions to Desecration in Medjugorje: It's…

Slaven Raguž criticizes the reactions to a desecration incident in Medjugorje, labeling them as political marketing rather than genuine defense of Catholics.

Sarajevo is facing a significant shortage of accommodation due to high demand for upcoming Dino Merlin concerts, which are anticipated to positively impact several economic sectors.

Klix.ba: Sarajevo Almost Full: Accommodation Frenzy Ahead of Dino Merlin Concerts…

Sarajevo is experiencing a severe shortage of accommodation due to high demand for the upcoming Dino Merlin concerts, expected to boost several economic sectors.

Teachers in Sarajevo have announced plans for a strike and protests in September, citing various issues at the start of the school year.

N1: Chaos at Start of School Year: Teachers Threaten Strike in Sarajevo

Teachers in Sarajevo have announced a strike and protests for September, citing issues at the start of the school year.

An agreement between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia regarding the construction of the Southern Interconnection gas pipeline is currently before the Council of Ministers, while discussions continue on whether US gas imports will reach BiH and their potential impact on citizen costs.

Klix.ba: Agreement Between BiH and Croatia on Southern Interconnection Construction…

The agreement between Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia concerning the construction of the Southern Interconnection gas pipeline is now before the Council of Ministers.

Klix.ba: Will US Gas Imports Reach BiH or Not? Calculations for BiH Citizens

An analysis question regarding whether US gas imports will reach Bosnia and Herzegovina and how it might affect citizens' costs.

A tribute was paid to fallen Bosnian hikers on Mount Elbrus, with Isaković emphasizing their genuine love for nature.

N1: Tribute to Fallen Bosnian Hikers on Elbrus

A statement from Isaković for N1 remembering fallen Bosnian hikers on Mount Elbrus, emphasizing their love for nature over seeking photos.

Sarajevo's public utility company RAD will reduce the price for bulky waste collection starting August 1st, alongside a warning to citizens about private services.

Klix.ba: Sarajevo: RAD to Lower Bulky Waste Collection Price From August 1, Citizens…

Sarajevo's public utility company RAD will reduce the price for bulky waste collection starting August 1st, with a warning issued to citizens regarding private services.

Neum is introducing a new fee structure for vans and buses, raising questions about its application to guest drop-offs.

Klix.ba: New Levy in Neum: Who Will Pay Fees for Vans and Buses; Is Guest Drop-off…

A new fee structure is being introduced in Neum concerning payments for vans and buses, raising questions about its application to guest drop-offs.

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