The license for Naftna Industrija Srbije (NIS) is slated to expire on Friday, with a decision on its renewal anticipated at the last minute, indicating a challenging situation. Concurrently, Elektroprivreda Srbije (EPS) has selected a new company to assess its real estate and equipment, a move that aligns with EPS's transition to a joint-stock company and opens possibilities for future sales.

Danas: NIS License Expires Friday, Minister Expects Decision in Photo Finish

The license for NIS (Naftna Industrija Srbije) is set to expire on Friday, with the minister anticipating a last-minute decision on its renewal, indicating a potentially challenging situation compared to October.

Vreme: New Firm Selected to Value EPS Assets

Elektroprivreda Srbije (EPS) has chosen a new company to assess the value of its real estate, facilities, and equipment, a process that previously coincided with EPS becoming a joint-stock company, opening doors for potential sales.

Vukasin Vujicic, a prosecutor from Valjevo whose car was set on fire earlier this month, stated in an exclusive interview that the attack was intended as a warning to all those dedicated to lawful and ethical work. This incident follows public targeting and pressures against the prosecutor regarding cases he is handling.

Nova: Exclusive Interview with Valjevo Prosecutor: Attack Was a Warning

An exclusive interview with the prosecutor from Valjevo reveals that an attack against him was intended as a warning to all those working lawfully and ethically.

The Socialist Party of Serbia (SPS) is facing internal challenges as the political future of Branko Ružić, a Vice-President of the SPS, is expected to be decided on Saturday. Ivica Dačić, the Interior Minister and President of the SPS, has indicated Ružić may no longer be a suitable party member. This comes as the SPS plans to run independently in upcoming elections, a move that has generated internal party debate and criticism.

Danas: Blic: Ružić's Fate to Be Decided Saturday, Dačić Believes He No Longer Belongs…

According to Blic, the future of Ružić will be determined on Saturday, with Dačić expressing the opinion that he is no longer a suitable member of the SPS party.

Telekom Serbia has confirmed the acquisition of another television station, UNA, integrating it into its expanding media group. Additionally, aircraft previously owned by Er Pink, which were involved in an international scandal, have been sold to businessman Branislav Grujić, co-founder and co-president of PSP-Farman Holding.

N1: We reveal: Telekom Serbia confirmed taking over another TV station; UNA joins…

Telekom Serbia has reportedly confirmed its acquisition of another television station, bringing UNA into its extensive media group.

Nova: Er Pink Airlines Aircraft, Involved in International Scandal, Sold

Investigative journalism reveals that aircraft belonging to Er Pink, previously involved in an international scandal, have been sold to Branislav Grujić.

While the wildfire situation in Deliblatska Peščara has stabilized, fires remain active near Vranje. One analysis critically links the ongoing environmental crisis, including wildfires, to the regime's dysfunctionality and pre-election campaigning, suggesting a political exploitation of the situation by Aleksandar Vučić, the former President of Serbia.

Vreme: Country Burns, Vučić Garners Votes

A wildfire in Deliblatska Peščara highlights the regime's dysfunctionality, with the story serving as the cover feature for the new issue of Vreme magazine, seemingly linking the environmental crisis to the pre-election campaign.

Insajder: Live Blog: Situation Stabilized in Deliblato Sands, Fire Active Near Vranje

An update on active fires across Serbia, with 12 currently burning, and a warning from the Republic Hydrometeorological Service about unfavorable meteorological conditions in the Deliblatska Peščara area.

Nova: Fires Out of Control: Will We Survive All the Government's Successes?

This piece discusses uncontrolled fires and questions the government's ability to manage crises, implying a critical view of their performance.

Nadežda Satarić, a social worker and president of the Association of Citizens 'Snaga prijateljstva' - Amity, highlights that the true concern with pensions is their purchasing power, not merely their nominal increase, arguing that one-time aid offers no lasting solution. Separately, an analysis by Ivan Radak, Editor of Forbes Serbia, suggests the 'Belgrade Waterfront' project needs continuous expansion into new urban areas, with its growth only stoppable by electoral outcomes.

Insajder: Satarić: Pensions 'Never Higher' Is Not the Point, But What Can Be Bought…

A discussion with Nadežda Satarić, who argues that the real issue with pensions is not whether they are 'never higher,' but what they can actually buy, stating that one-time aid does not solve the underlying problem for pensioners.

N1: Radak: For 'Belgrade Waterfront' to survive, it must consume new city parts…

An analysis suggests that the 'Belgrade Waterfront' project needs to expand into new urban areas to continue its development, and only electoral outcomes can halt its growth.

Concerns are raised over the functional illiteracy of 15-year-olds in Serbia, with a five-year plan proposed to address this educational gap. Additionally, proposed amendments to the Law on the Foundations of the System of Education and Upbringing are under scrutiny, with suggestions that they may be designed to favor compliant groups over others. The government's manipulation of populist and nationalist sentiments under the guise of 'identity studies' is also criticized by Milan Ćulibrk…

Vreme: Five-Year Plan for Our Children's Functional Illiteracy

The article discusses why fifteen-year-olds in Serbia are functionally illiterate and proposes that this significant educational gap could be resolved within five years.

Danas: "Written for the Compliant, Against the Non-Compliant": Fate of Education Law…

This article questions the fate of proposed amendments to the Law on the Foundations of the System of Education and Upbringing, suggesting they may be designed to favor certain groups over others.

Vreme: Practicing University Destruction

Under the guise of concern for 'identity studies,' the article criticizes the current government's manipulation of populist and nationalist sentiments, arguing it serves no public interest.

Serbia is preparing for its fourth heatwave of the season, with forecasts indicating that high temperatures are expected to continue throughout September.

Nova: Serbia Faces Fourth Heatwave: September Forecast Predicts Continued Heat

Serbia is bracing for its fourth heatwave of the season, with forecasts indicating that the high temperatures are expected to persist through September.