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Football Official Detained Amidst Money Laundering Probe, Drug Labs Discovered

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The top domestic story revolves around the arrest of Zvjezdan Misimović, president of FK Borac, by the State Investigation and Protection Agency (SIPA) on suspicion of money laundering related to player transfers. Raids were conducted at various locations, including FK Borac premises, as part of a significant investigation into financial irregularities.

In parallel, law enforcement agencies have been active in combating drug-related offenses. Sarajevo police dismantled three marijuana cultivation laboratories and arrested one suspect in the 'Šibica' operation, while another operation in Sarajevo uncovered a larger quantity of drugs and plants. Additionally, a man was arrested in Republika Srpska for a scam involving money and gold, purportedly for 'removing black magic'.

Other domestic news includes reports on road safety in Republika Srpska, with a high number of accidents and fatalities recorded in the first half of the year. Employees in the Zenica-Doboj Canton are set to receive a holiday bonus, and Sarajevo Airport is expanding its cooperation with Ryanair, expecting a record number of routes next summer. Media also covered international events including wildfires in France and Spain, and coaching changes in German football.

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Football Official Arrested on Money Laundering Suspicion

Zvjezdan Misimović, president of FK Borac, has been arrested by SIPA on suspicion of money laundering related to player transfers. The State Investigation and Protection Agency conducted raids on FK Borac premises and other locations as part of a probe into alleged financial irregularities.

Police Dismantle Marijuana Labs in Sarajevo

Sarajevo police have discovered and dismantled three marijuana cultivation laboratories as part of the 'Šibica' operation, arresting one suspect. A separate large-scale drug bust on Ilidza uncovered a significant amount of marijuana plants and processed product.

Road Safety Concerns in Republika Srpska

A grim report highlights the state of road safety in Republika Srpska, with 6,934 accidents and 45 fatalities recorded in the first six months of the year.

Klix.ba Road safety in RS: 6,934 accidents and 45 fatalities in six months ↗

Sarajevo Airport Expands Ryanair Cooperation

Sarajevo Airport is strengthening its partnership with low-cost carrier Ryanair. The airline is set to increase its flight frequency for the upcoming summer season, with expectations of a record number of routes.

Political Dismissals Spark Outcry

Public outcry has erupted over the dismissal of 18 utility workers, with allegations that they have become entangled in political conflicts.

Oslobođenje Outrage Over Dismissal of 18 Workers: Utility Employees Caught in Political… ↗

Scam Artist Arrested for 'Removing Black Magic'

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Republika Srpska has arrested a man who allegedly defrauded a Banja Luka resident by taking money and gold under the pretense of 'removing black magic'.

Klix.ba MUP RS arrests man for scam involving money and gold for 'removing black magic' ↗

Zenica-Doboj Canton Employees to Receive Holiday Bonus

Employees working in institutions within the Zenica-Doboj Canton (ZDK) will receive a holiday bonus, known as 'regres', amounting to 850 KM. The payment date for this bonus has also been confirmed.

Radio Sarajevo Employees in ZDK Institutions to Receive 850 KM Regres: Payment Date Known ↗

EUFOR Commander Visits Sarajevo Canton Police

The Commander of EUFOR Althea held a meeting with officials from the Sarajevo Canton Ministry of Internal Affairs to discuss matters of security cooperation.

Klix.ba EUFOR Althea Commander visits Sarajevo Canton police ↗