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The Agency for Prevention of Corruption (ASK) has initiated an investigation into judges' apartments and the sale of preferential housing units, signaling a focused effort to address potential irregularities within the judiciary. This development highlights an increased scrutiny of institutional integrity in the country. In related legal news, the Special State Prosecutor's Office is seeking the permanent forfeiture of assets from alleged organized crime figures Slobodan Kašćelan and Božović, deepening the ongoing fight against illicit wealth. Separately, a conviction in the Đuričković murder case has been overturned, leading to a retrial for Milošević, Mašanović, and Vujacić. On the development front, the University of Montenegro has received a construction permit for a new 12 million euro Faculty of Philology building in Nikšić, marking a concrete step in educational infrastructure advancement. Meanwhile, Minister of Defense Dragan Krapović is traveling to Zagreb to address the unresolved issue of the Kotor swimming pool's name, which remains a subject of local contention.

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The Agency for Prevention of Corruption (ASK) has launched an investigation into judges' apartments and the sale of preferential housing units, indicating a focus on potential corruption within the judicial system.

Vijesti: ASK Checks Judges' Apartments: Sale of Preferential Squares Under Scrutiny

The Agency for Prevention of Corruption (ASK) is investigating judges' apartments and the sale of preferential housing units.

The Special State Prosecutor's Office (SDT) is requesting the permanent seizure of assets from individuals including Slobodan Kašćelan and Božović, identified as alleged figures of the Kavač criminal clan. This move is part of ongoing efforts to dismantle organized crime networks.

Vijesti: Special Prosecutor Seeks Permanent Asset Forfeiture for Kašćelan, Božović, and…

The Special State Prosecutor's Office (SDT) is requesting the permanent seizure of assets from individuals including Kašćelan and Božović.

Minister of Defense Dragan Krapović is traveling to Zagreb with the unresolved issue of the Kotor swimming pool's name, as the local parliament in Kotor has not yet reached a decision on the matter.

Pobjeda: Krapović Arrives in Zagreb with Unfinished Business Regarding Kotor Pool Name

Krapović is going to Zagreb, and the local parliament in Kotor does not have the will to decide on the naming of the pool, with the mayor attempting to secure support from DPS.

The University of Montenegro has received a construction permit for a new Faculty of Philology building in Nikšić, with the project valued at 12 million euros. This green light allows for the commencement of construction.

CDM: Construction Permit for Faculty of Philology in Nikšić: 12 Million Euro…

The University of Montenegro has received a construction permit for a new Faculty of Philology building in Nikšić, with construction valued at 12 million euros.

A court has overturned a conviction in the murder of Đuričković, ordering a retrial for Milošević, Mašanović, and Vujacić.

Vijesti: Conviction Overturned in Đuričković Murder Case; Retrial for Milošević…

A court has overturned a conviction in the murder of Đuričković, ordering a retrial for Milošević, Mašanović, and Vujacić.

An investigation is underway to identify those responsible for transporting and dumping dogs in a pit in Brestice.

CDM: Who Transported and Dumped Dogs in the Pit: What is Known So Far About the…

An investigation is underway into the case of dogs being found in a pit in Brestice, with authorities seeking to identify those responsible.

The municipality of Šavnik is experiencing a critical shortage of ambulance services, which is further exacerbating existing demographic challenges in the area.

Antena M: Šavnik still lacks an ambulance, demographic alarm also ringing

The municipality of Šavnik is facing a critical shortage of ambulance services, exacerbating demographic concerns.

Germany's Foreign Minister has stated that Montenegro's EU membership is within reach, urging the EU to uphold its commitments. Concurrently, Vuksanović emphasized that only political stability and functional institutions can lead Montenegro to its 2028 EU accession goal.

Antena M: German Foreign Minister: Montenegro's membership within reach, EU must keep…

Germany's Foreign Minister states that Montenegro's EU membership is close and urges the EU to fulfill its commitments.

Pobjeda: Vuksanović: Only Political Stability and Functional Institutions Can Lead Us…

Vuksanović states that the biggest risk to Montenegro's EU accession is not the negotiation dynamics with Brussels, but the country's own internal political relationships, suggesting that only stability can achieve the 2028 goal.

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