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Bosnia

Bosnia's Judicial Council Demands End to Political and Media Pressure on Judges

The High Judicial and Prosecutorial Council of Bosnia and Herzegovina (VSTV BiH) has urged political and media groups to stop pressuring judges. They highlighted concerns over attempts to discredit judges, specifically mentioning Judge Gordana Marić in a case involving RTRS and BHRT. VSTV BiH emphasized that judicial independence is vital for fair trials and based on the BiH Constitution and international law, not external influence.

6 days ago

Bosnia

BHRT Condemns Judicial Pressure Amid RTRS Dispute

Bosnia and Herzegovina's public broadcaster, BHRT, strongly condemns political and public pressure on judges, particularly regarding a court case against RTRS over RTV tax revenues. BHRT calls on the VSTV BiH, EU Delegation, and OHR to immediately intervene and protect judicial independence. The broadcaster insists that legal processes must not be politicized, and the rule of law must prevail over political influence.

6 days ago

Bosnia

Genocide Victim Associations Condemn Questioning of Srebrenica Memorial Center Staff

Genocide victim associations have formally protested the questioning of Srebrenica Memorial Center staff by local police and prosecutors. They fear these actions create institutional pressure and intimidate those working to preserve the truth about the Srebrenica genocide. The associations are calling on national and international bodies to investigate and protect the Center's integrity.

8 days ago

Bosnia

BHRT Accounts Blocked, Threatening Election Coverage

Bosnia and Herzegovina's public broadcaster, BHRT, cannot operate because its bank accounts are blocked. This prevents it from covering the upcoming general elections. BHRT claims this is due to unequal application of court rulings, where its accounts are frozen but those of RTRS are not, despite RTRS owing BHRT millions.

3 days ago

Bosnia

Ranko Debevec Quits Judiciary Amid Disciplinary Proceedings

Ranko Debevec resigned as President and Judge of the Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina, just before being served with a final dismissal decision. A disciplinary commission found he intentionally violated rules for case assignments, leading to his removal. His resignation leaves the top court position vacant as he faces separate criminal charges.

5 days ago