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Dismissal Drive Intensifies, Drivers Face Steep Fee Hikes

The initiative to dismiss Parliament President Andrija Mandić is gaining significant momentum, with only three votes reportedly needed to secure an absolute majority for his removal. This follows controversy over Mandić's condolences for a Hague convict, which has drawn criticism from Croatia and raised concerns from the European Commission regarding the glorification of war criminals in an EU candidate country. All six Bosniak Party MPs have signed the initiative to remove Mandić.

Adding to the country's challenges, a new economic burden is on the horizon as vehicle registration fees may increase by up to 500% starting next year, despite the Ministry of Finance not yet approving the proposed hike. Meanwhile, legal proceedings continue against Metropolitan Metodije, who is again appearing before prosecutors concerning a speech he delivered in Gornji Zaostru. [cite: Pobjeda, Vijesti]

In crime news, Danilo Džekulić has been arrested in Budva on suspicion of attempted murder of Ognjen Kažanegra, with Džekulić also wanted by Interpol Belgrade for a murder in Serbia. Additionally, former Budva Mayor Milo Božović remains in pre-trial detention despite possessing properties valued at 1.4 million euros, facing charges related to organized crime and drug smuggling. [cite: Antena M, Vijesti]

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Parliament President Faces Dismissal Amid War Criminal Controversy

An initiative to remove Andrija Mandić, the President of the Parliament of Montenegro, is nearing an absolute majority, with only three more votes needed. The push for his dismissal stems from a controversy surrounding his condolences for a Hague convict, which has sparked diplomatic tensions with Croatia and prompted a statement from the European Commission condemning the glorification of war criminals. All six Bosniak Party MPs have signed the initiative to remove Mandić.

Steep Increase in Vehicle Registration Fees Proposed

Drivers in Montenegro may face a significant financial burden next year, with proposed increases in vehicle registration fees potentially reaching up to 500%. This comes despite the Ministry of Finance not having approved the hike. [cite: CDM]

Metropolitan Metodije Faces Prosecution Over Speech

Metropolitan Metodije is once again appearing before prosecutors, facing legal proceedings initiated by the Basic State Prosecutor's Office in Bijelo Polje concerning a speech delivered in Gornji Zaostru. This marks a repeated investigation into similar matters. [cite: Pobjeda, Vijesti]

Arrest in Budva for Attempted Murder, Former Mayor Remains Detained

Danilo Džekulić has been arrested in Budva on suspicion of attempted murder of Ognjen Kažanegra, a case also linked to a murder investigation in Belgrade for which Džekulić was wanted. Separately, former Budva Mayor Milo Božović remains in pre-trial custody on charges of creating a criminal organization and drug smuggling, despite his significant property holdings. [cite: Antena M, Vijesti]

PISA 2025 Results Show Improvement, Unequal Opportunities Persist

Montenegro has demonstrated improved performance in the PISA 2025 assessment, indicating progress in educational outcomes. However, the report also highlights ongoing disparities in educational opportunities across the country. [cite: Vijesti]

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