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October 13, 2026

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Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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The Prosecutor's Office of Bosnia and Herzegovina has dropped its investigation against Darko Ćulum, the former head of the State Investigation and Protection Agency (SIPA), who was accused of refusing to arrest Milorad Dodik. This development comes as SIPA itself is conducting widespread operations at four locations across the country, targeting officials from the Directorate for Indirect Taxation and customs officials at border crossings, leading to several arrests. In other significant domestic news, the Ugljevik Mine and Power Plant will cease operations at midnight, which will necessitate the Republika Srpska entity to import more expensive electricity. Meanwhile, Sabina Ćudić has announced her resignation as the president of Naša Stranka, citing the party's unsatisfactory performance in the recent general elections. Law enforcement also reported major drug and weapons seizures in Sarajevo and Zenica, with multiple individuals arrested and substantial quantities of narcotics confiscated. Political discussions continue regarding government formation, with an analysis highlighting the influence of 'political defectors' on the process, and an SNSD official discussing ambitions for diplomatic network positions and Central Bank restructuring.

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Bosnia and Herzegovina's State Investigation and Protection Agency (SIPA) is conducting major operations across the country, targeting officials from the Directorate for Indirect Taxation and customs officials at border crossings, resulting in multiple arrests. Concurrently, the Prosecutor's Office of Bosnia and Herzegovina has dropped its investigation against Darko Ćulum, the former head of SIPA, who was previously accused of failing to arrest Milorad Dodik.

Radio Sarajevo: SIPA Operation in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina's State Investigation and Protection Agency (SIPA) is conducting an operational action at four locations across the country, targeting officials from the Directorate for...

Klix.ba: Bosnia and Herzegovina's State Investigation and Protection Agency (SIPA)…

The Prosecutor's Office of Bosnia and Herzegovina has dropped its investigation against Darko Ćulum, former head of SIPA, who was accused of not wanting to arrest Milorad Dodik. Ćulum had previously resigned and then returned to SIPA.

N1: Major SIPA Operation in Banja Luka: Four Customs Officials Arrested

A significant operation by the State Investigation and Protection Agency (SIPA) in Banja Luka resulted in the arrest of four officials from the Indirect Taxation Authority of BiH for alleged corruption.

Klix.ba: Large SIPA operation targets customs officers at Brod and Gradiška border…

SIPA has launched a major operation targeting customs officials at the Brod and Gradiška border crossings, indicating a significant law enforcement action.

The Ugljevik Mine and Power Plant is scheduled to cease operations at midnight, a move that will force the Republika Srpska entity to import more expensive electricity to meet its energy demands.

Klix.ba: Ugljevik Mine and Power Plant ceases operations, RS to import more expensive…

The Ugljevik Mine and Power Plant will stop operating at midnight, forcing the Republika Srpska entity to import more expensive electricity.

Sabina Ćudić has announced her definitive departure from her position as the head of the Naša Stranka party, with a new president expected to be elected in the spring. Her resignation follows the party's poor performance in the recent general election.

N1: Sabina Ćudić to Step Down as Head of Naša Stranka; New Leader to be Elected

Sabina Ćudić will definitively leave her position as the head of the Naša stranka party, with a new president to be elected in the spring.

Federal police in Sarajevo arrested two individuals and seized over 12 kilograms of drugs, sniper rifles, and other firearms during an operation. Separately, a significant police action in Zenica resulted in the seizure of over 25 kilograms of drugs and one arrest.

N1: Sarajevo Police Operation Seizes Drugs and Weapons, Two Arrested

Federal police in Sarajevo arrested two individuals after discovering over 12 kilograms of drugs and a cache of weapons during an operation.

Radio Sarajevo: Large Drug Bust in Zenica

A significant police operation in Zenica resulted in the seizure of over 25 kilograms of drugs and the arrest of one person.

Klix.ba: FUP conducts major operation in Sarajevo, arresting two and seizing weapons…

The Federal Police Administration (FUP) has arrested two individuals in Sarajevo and confiscated sniper rifles, other firearms, and a significant quantity of drugs.

An analysis suggests that political 'defectors' are significantly influencing the ongoing process of government formation in Bosnia and Herzegovina, impacting the political landscape. Radovan Kovačević, an SNSD official, also discussed the party's aim for positions in the diplomatic network and the importance of Central Bank restructuring.

Oslobođenje: Political 'Defectors' Shape BiH Government Formation

A story analyzes how political 'defectors' are influencing the formation of government in Bosnia and Herzegovina, referencing the April Agreement and the Sarajevo Canton. The article suggests these shifts are impacting the political landscape.

Klix.ba: SNSD official discusses diplomatic network ambitions and Central Bank…

An SNSD official, Kovačević, has spoken about the party's ambition to secure positions in the diplomatic network and the importance of restructuring the Central Bank.

Two separate fatal traffic accidents occurred in Bosnia and Herzegovina. A young woman died in a motorcycle accident near Bijeljina, and two people were killed in a horrific car crash in Trebinje, leaving the vehicle unrecognizable.

Radio Sarajevo: Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Bosnia

Another fatal accident has occurred on Bosnian roads, with a young woman on a motorcycle losing her life.

Oslobođenje: Two Dead in Horrific Car Crash in Trebinje

Two people have died in a severe car accident in Trebinje, where the vehicle was left unrecognizable. Emergency services responded to the scene of the devastating crash.

Klix.ba: Fatal traffic accident near Bijeljina claims life of a young woman on a…

A severe traffic accident near Bijeljina resulted in the death of a young woman who was a passenger on a motorcycle.

Sarajevo is experiencing an increasing number of homeless people on its streets, a situation causing concern among citizens, while institutions reportedly lack precise statistics on the issue.

Radio Sarajevo: Rising Homelessness in Sarajevo

There is an increasing number of homeless people on the streets of Sarajevo, causing concern among citizens while institutions lack precise statistics.

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina (CIK BiH) is currently awaiting the remaining ballots from diplomatic and consular missions as the process of verifying election results continues.

N1: CIK BiH Awaits Ballots from Diplomatic-Consular Missions; Results Verification…

The Central Election Commission of Bosnia and Herzegovina is awaiting remaining ballots from diplomatic and consular missions, with the verification of election results ongoing.

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