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Film Festival Hit by Censorship Allegations, Mojkovac Faces Takeover

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A political controversy has erupted at the Herceg Novi Film Festival, with reports alleging that actor Mićanović's speech was censored due to sensitivities surrounding Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić. This led to Tamara Vujović, the Minister of Culture and Media, having to open the event instead. The incident has sparked debate over artistic freedom and political influence.

Meanwhile, the municipality of Mojkovac is at risk of immediate forced administration, having missed critical deadlines for electing a new mayor and shortening the mandate of its local assembly. This development signifies a deepening administrative crisis for the local government.

In other domestic news, the Clinical Center of Montenegro (KCCG) is struggling with air conditioning systems operating at only 25% capacity, posing significant challenges for patient care and staff well-being. Additionally, the Ministry of Internal Affairs has called for aerial support to combat ongoing wildfires in Nikšić and Cetinje.

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Film Festival Embroiled in Censorship Controversy

The Herceg Novi Film Festival is facing controversy after actor Mićanović's intended opening speech was allegedly censored due to concerns related to Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić. As a result, Tamara Vujović, the Minister of Culture and Media, reportedly stepped in to open the festival, raising questions about political interference in artistic expression.

Mojkovac at Risk of Forced Administration

The municipality of Mojkovac faces the immediate threat of forced administration due to its failure to meet deadlines for electing a new mayor and shortening the mandate of the local assembly. This situation highlights a local governance crisis with potential central government intervention.

Vijesti Mojkovac can go under forced administration immediately: deadlines missed for… ↗

Critical Air Conditioning Failure at Clinical Center

The Clinical Center of Montenegro (KCCG) is experiencing significant operational issues as its air conditioning systems are functioning at only 25% capacity, which is deemed insufficient to ensure the comfort and safety of both patients and staff.

Antena M KCCG Anteni M: Air conditioners work at 25% capacity, insufficient for… ↗

Ongoing Wildfires Require Aerial Support

Wildfires continue to be active across Montenegro, with the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MUP) explicitly stating the need for aerial support to effectively combat the blazes in the municipalities of Nikšić and Cetinje.

Podgorica Court Accused of Child's Rights Violation

The Protector of Human Rights and Freedoms has found that the Podgorica Basic Court violated a child's and parents' rights to a fair trial within a reasonable time, having failed to decide on a temporary measure for over five months.

CDM Child Awaits Decision: Basic Court in Podgorica Over Five Months Without… ↗

Assembly Passes Prosecution Legislation

The Montenegrin Assembly has successfully passed new legislation concerning both the state prosecution and the Special State Prosecution, indicating efforts to reform and strengthen the country's judicial and legal framework.

Antena M Assembly voted on laws on state prosecution and Special State Prosecution ↗

EU Comments on Government's Proposals

The European Union has issued comments regarding the sustainability of proposals put forward by the Montenegrin Government and Deputy Prime Minister Momo Koprivica, indicating international scrutiny of the country's policy initiatives.

Antena M European Union: Unsustainable proposals from the Government and Deputy Prime… ↗

Herceg Novi Assembly Raises Prevlaka Issue

Despite lacking jurisdiction in interstate negotiations, members of the Herceg Novi Municipal Assembly plan to discuss the Prevlaka issue, a move that could potentially complicate ongoing negotiations with Zagreb.

Pobjeda Incompetent Herceg Novi Assembly Raises Prevlaka Issue ↗