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Friday, October 23, 2026
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The head of the Podgorica criminal police was dismissed today following the release of a video that reportedly depicts violence. This development comes as a newly acquired MRI machine at the Clinical Center of Montenegro suffered damage due to a fire.
On the path to European Union accession, Montenegro's negotiation position for Chapter 27 has been approved. This positive step is reinforced by a Merc representative's assessment that Montenegro is realistically positioned to become the 28th EU member by 2028.
Meanwhile, a political dispute has arisen over the legalization of the Morinju plaque, with reports indicating that Andrija Mandić, Aleksa Bečić, and Vladimir Joković, representing key government constituents, did not support the measure. In other domestic news, the city of Podgorica is proposing a ban on advertising for gambling, casinos, and alcohol on municipal property, and Professor Vasilije Kostić has warned that proposed price controls could harm businesses.
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Montenegro has seen its negotiation position for Chapter 27 approved, a crucial step towards European Union membership. A representative from Merc expressed confidence that Montenegro is realistically on track to become the 28th EU member by 2028. Ervin Ibrahimović met with Pekanov and Wood, anticipating the temporary closure of remaining negotiation chapters by the end of the year, while Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković emphasized the need for further resolution of open issues to…
Pobjeda:
Merc: Montenegro realistic to become 28th EU member by 2028
A representative from Merc states that Montenegro is on a good path to join the EU soon and should serve as an example to other countries, highlighting progress and the real possibility of accession.
Antena M:
Montenegro's Chapter 27 Negotiation Position Approved
Ćulafić announced the approval of Montenegro's negotiation position for Chapter 27, creating conditions for its closure.
Antena M:
Ibrahimović Meets Pekanov and Wood, Expecting Temporary Closure of Remaining…
Ibrahimović met with Pekanov and Wood, expressing expectations for the temporary closure of remaining chapters by the end of the year.
Antena M:
Plenković: Expecting Further Resolution of Open Issues to Conclude…
Plenković stated that they expect further resolution of open issues to finalize Montenegro's negotiations with the EU.
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A political dispute has emerged concerning the legalization of a plaque in Morinju, with reports indicating that three key government constituents—Andrija Mandić, Aleksa Bečić, and Vladimir Joković—did not support the measure, highlighting differing opinions within the government.
Vijesti:
Political dispute over Morinju plaque: Mandić, Bečić, and Joković did not…
Three key government constituents, including Mandić, Bečić, and Joković, did not support the legalization of a plaque in Morinju, with their differing opinions noted.
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A fire at the Clinical Center of Montenegro (KCCG) has resulted in damage to a newly acquired magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine.
Vijesti:
Fire at KCCG damages new MRI machine
A fire at the Clinical Center of Montenegro has damaged a newly acquired magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machine.
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Professor Vasilije Kostić has stated that proposed increases in minimum wages and attempts to limit trade margins could be detrimental to businesses and may not effectively curb price hikes, potentially exacerbating economic challenges.
CDM:
Price Controls May Harm Businesses, Not Stop Price Hikes
Professor Vasilije Kostić stated for CDM that a proposed increase in minimum wages could lead to higher business costs and further price increases, suggesting that limiting trade margins would not solve the issue and could harm businesses.
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The Ministry of Finance has decided to consolidate the financing for the acquisition of a tugboat and a firefighting aircraft, seeking to borrow up to 13 million euros through a single credit arrangement.
Pobjeda:
Borrowing up to 13 million euros for tugboat and firefighting aircraft
The Ministry of Finance has decided to consolidate the financing for the purchase of a tugboat and a firefighting aircraft into a single credit arrangement.
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Milan Knežević published a letter addressed to Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić, titled 'Rosemary for Brother,' amidst discussions regarding alleged connections between Vučić, the BIA, and criminals close to the Serbian Orthodox Church in Montenegro. Separately, Srdanović stated intentions to de-escalate political tensions between Serbia and Montenegro.
Antena M:
Knežević Publishes Letter to Vučić: 'Rosemary for Brother'
Knežević published a letter addressed to Vučić, titled 'Rosemary for Brother'.
Antena M:
Vučić, BIA, and Ties with Montenegrin Criminals (Close to SPC)
This story reportedly discusses Serbian President Vučić, the BIA, and alleged connections with criminals close to the Serbian Orthodox Church (SPC) in Montenegro.
CDM:
Serbia and Montenegro: We will stop politics
Srdanović stated that they will stop politics and that the political tension between Serbia and Montenegro will be reduced.
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