Bosnia

A new wildfire originating in Široki Brijeg has spread to the Čitluk area, prompting the deployment of two Air Tractors to combat the blaze. This environmental challenge comes as the nation also faces a significant economic downturn, with Bosnia and Herzegovina's arms exports falling by 25% in the first half of the year, resulting in a 77 million deficit.

Meanwhile, the extreme heatwave continues to grip the country, with red weather alerts now issued for Prijedor and Mostar, and temperatures expected to reach up to 42 degrees Celsius in some regions. Public safety remains a concern, with citizens and experts agreeing that it is a shared responsibility beyond just the police.

Amidst these challenges, there's positive news for public sector workers in the Zenica-Doboj Canton, who will see a 10% increase in salaries. Culturally, the recent Dino Merlin concert in Sarajevo has been highlighted by Minister of Foreign Affairs Elmedin Konaković as a sign of the city reclaiming its status as a regional center, with an emotional tribute to Halid Bešlić also marking the event.

Internationally, local media are reporting on a tragic fire in neighboring Croatia, alleged US and Israeli preparations for strikes on Iran, and Russian missile and drone attacks on Kyiv.