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Former Chief Justice Injured in Prison; Pensions Set to Rise

Montenegro is seeing significant developments on both the legal and economic fronts. Former Supreme Court President Vesna Medenica sustained a fractured nose and injured arm after a fall at the Investigation Prison in Spuž, where she is currently held. Separately, citizens are set to benefit from a substantial increase in pensions, with an announcement of at least an 11.23% rise starting in October.

In other domestic news, the national football team is currently leading Armenia in a Nations League match. Meanwhile, concerns are emerging regarding the availability of wood pellets at limited prices, with citizens alleging that they have been exported. In the judicial realm, Slobodan Kašćelan, a figure associated with the Kavački clan, appeared in court but remained silent.

The political landscape also remains a topic of discussion, with analyses on how the opposition plans to challenge Prime Minister Milojko Spajić's 'Euro-model.' Additionally, NGOs and civic activists are drawing attention to new cases of the unpunished glorification of Ratko Mladić, highlighting persistent issues in the justice system, and a former President, Milo Đukanović, made a statement to Pobjeda.

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Former Top Judge Injured in Prison, Crime Boss in Court

Former Supreme Court President Vesna Medenica sustained a fractured nose bone and injured left arm after a fall at the Investigation Prison in Spuž. In a separate judicial development, Slobodan Kašćelan, identified as a leader of the Kavački clan, appeared in court but remained silent and reportedly fell asleep during proceedings. Medenica was sentenced to 10 years in prison in January 2026 for protecting a criminal network.

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