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The Insajder front page highlights ongoing efforts to combat a large wildfire in Deliblatska peščara, Serbia. Other prominent stories include the detection of West Nile virus in Serbia, a planned discussion between Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and…
The battle against the wildfire in Deliblatska peščara is ongoing, with efforts from both air and ground. The Ministry of Internal Affairs reports a manageable situation this morning, with plans to create firebreaks using heavy machinery throughout the day.
The upcoming conversation between Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to focus on Serbia's geopolitical stance, exploring whether it signals a 'Western pivot' or a continuation of its balancing act.
West Nile virus has been confirmed in Serbia. Epidemiologist Radovanović points out that the primary challenge is that the majority of infected individuals do not exhibit symptoms, making early detection difficult.
Interior Minister Milenković stated that six fires are currently active across Serbia, with the most significant attention directed towards the Deliblatska peščara and Stolovi regions near Kraljevo.
The Kyiv region experienced new Russian attacks, resulting in three casualties from drone strikes. Moscow asserted that its forces targeted a factory involved in producing missile components.
An Insajder crew reporting from Deliblatska peščara describes the scene with fire and smoke near the village of Šumarak, where locals have stated they have never witnessed a fire of this magnitude before.
The unusually low water levels in the Danube River have led to the discovery of remnants of a Roman bridge and a mammoth, as well as a 'stojadin' vehicle within the DTD canal.
The Republic Hydrometeorological Service (RHMZ) forecasts sunny and warm weather for today, with a chance of rain in the southern and eastern parts of Serbia. Over the weekend, a slight drop in temperature is expected, with showers in the south, followed by a return to high temperatures next week.
Škobalj stated that summer electricity consumption has reached levels typically seen in winter, emphasizing that a long-term solution lies in diversifying the energy mix.
The Agency for River Maintenance reports that the Danube River's water level is continuing to drop near the city of Ruse in Bulgaria.
The European Commission has urged social media platforms to intensify their efforts in fighting disinformation, particularly during critical and crisis situations.
