One of the Balkans’ most controversial figures, Milorad Dodik, has been sentenced to six months in prison and banned from public office following his defiance of Bosnia’s Constitutional Court and efforts to separate Republika Srpska from the state. The move has triggered protests, regional tensions, and international warnings.
Wildfires have gripped the Greek island of Crete for a third consecutive day, forcing mass evacuations as Southern Europe bakes under record-breaking temperatures above 40°C. Emergency services are stretched, historic sites are under threat, and officials warn this is a climate emergency that’s only getting worse.
Belgrade descended into chaos as thousands of protesters flooded the streets demanding early parliamentary elections and the resignation of President Aleksandar Vučić. Riot police deployed tear gas as demonstrators clashed with security forces near pro-government camps. At the heart of the movement are students, reigniting public anger over corruption, neglect, and authoritarian rule.
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Southern Europe is facing a brutal heatwave, with temperatures surpassing 46°C in multiple regions. Countries like Spain, Italy, Greece, and Portugal are battling rising wildfire risks, overwhelmed health services, and infrastructure strain — all while scientists warn this is not a one-off event but a sign of escalating climate instability.
