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The Ombudsman has issued a stark warning regarding the ongoing silence from prosecutors, who have yet to make decisions on reported cases of suspected sexual harassment of underage children. This highlights a critical failure within the justice system to address sensitive child protection issues.

In other news, Croatia's Prime Minister Andrej Plenković presented new bilateral demands to Montenegro during the EU-Western Balkans Summit in Tivat, adding new conditions to the country's European Union accession path. Meanwhile, employees of the State Audit Institution have announced a general strike set to begin on Monday.

President Jakov Milatović is on an official visit to the Holy See, where he presented Pope Francis with a historical Concordat document, a traditional filigree craft, and a tennis racket featuring Montenegrin symbols. The national football team also celebrated a victory against Latvia, continuing their winning streak.

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Ombudsman Warns on Prosecutorial Inaction in Child Abuse Cases

The Ombudsman has issued a warning, expressing concern that prosecutors have not yet made decisions regarding reports of suspected sexual harassment involving underage children, indicating a continued lack of action on these critical cases.

Vijesti Ombudsman Warns, Prosecutors Remain Silent on Child Abuse Allegations ↗

Croatia Presents New Demands for EU Accession

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković presented new bilateral demands to Montenegro during the EU-Western Balkans Summit in Tivat, adding fresh conditions to Montenegro's European path despite ongoing talks in Brussels about the final stage of accession.

Pobjeda While Brussels talks of the final stage of the European path, new demands… ↗

State Audit Institution Employees Announce General Strike

Employees of the State Audit Institution are preparing to commence a general strike on Monday due to unresolved issues.

President Milatović Visits Holy See, Gifts Pope Francis

President Jakov Milatović is on an official visit to the Holy See, where he presented Pope Francis with a reproduction of the 1886 Concordat, a filigree item from Boka, and a tennis racket featuring Montenegrin motifs.

Podgorica Airport to Receive Covered Pedestrian Path

The Ministry has approved a project for the construction of a covered pedestrian path for passengers at Podgorica Airport.

CDM Podgorica Airport to get covered pedestrian path for passengers ↗

Railway Infrastructure Reports Loss, Seeks Price Increase

Montenegrin Railway Infrastructure (ŽICG) has reported a loss of 3.1 million euros and is seeking an increase in prices for its services.

Vijesti ŽICG Reports 3.1 Million Euro Loss, Seeks Higher Rail Prices ↗

Podgorica Streets Closed for Pride Parade

Several streets in the center of Podgorica have been closed or will have traffic restrictions starting at 2 PM due to the upcoming Pride Parade events.

MAXBET Terminates Cooperation with Pobjeda Printing House

MAXBET has ended its business relationship with Pobjeda's printing house following a report concerning an unpaid winning ticket worth 125,000 euros.

Pobjeda MAXBET ends cooperation with Pobjeda's printing house after story about unpaid… ↗

Mirko Miličić on Parliamentary Work and 'Anti-Serbian' Campaign

Mirko Miličić, spokesperson for the New Serbian Democracy, stated that the parliamentary majority will continue its work and adopt laws, while also addressing what he described as ill-intentioned polemics outside Montenegro pushing a campaign that the current government is anti-Serbian.

Commentary Questions Minister Joković's Actions

A commentary piece questions whether Minister Vladimir Joković should be permitted to act impulsively or make decisions without proper consideration.

Antena M Should Minister Joković be allowed to hit his head? ↗

Andrej Nikolaidis Column on Societal Views of Children

A column by writer and columnist Andrej Nikolaidis discusses societal views on children, using anecdotes to explore potentially problematic situations and their upbringing.

CDM Column: Would you give your 12-year-old daughter to a good man? And your… ↗

CGO Podcast Advocates for Equal Application of Justice

The Center for Civic Education (CGO) podcast emphasized the necessity of applying justice equally, asserting that criminal accountability should not be selective.

Antena M CGO Proudcast: There are no 'our' or 'their' criminals, the standard must be… ↗