Highway tolls rise across the Federation
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Highway tolls across the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina have increased today, with new tariffs now in effect for various sections of the A1 motorway. For instance, the route from Sarajevo to Zenica now costs 8 KM. This change directly impacts daily travel expenses for many citizens.
In economic news, new deposits of gold and valuable antimony have been discovered in two municipalities within the country, potentially signaling a boost for the mining sector. Additionally, the deposit insurance limit for savings in BiH banks has been raised to 100,000 KM, effective today, enhancing financial security for depositors.
Meanwhile, a decision by authorities in Širokače has allowed residents to return to their homes despite an ongoing landslide and structural damage to a house. The country also faces predictions of cloudy and rainy weather, with snow expected on the highest mountain peaks, and the Neretva River in Mostar has seen a significant rise in water levels, increasing flood concerns.