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Heavy, wet snow in Serbia and Bosnia caused power outages and road closures, with record levels possible for October. Meanwhile, Storm Amy is bringing strong winds and rain to the UK, prompting warnings and cancellations. Both events highlight unusual weather patterns linked to climate change.
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Kosovo's parliament elected a Serb deputy speaker, Nenad Rasic, ending months of political deadlock. The move follows the full formation of Kosovo's government and a Serb-run plebiscite in Republika Srpska. The election aims to stabilize Kosovo's political landscape amid ongoing ethnic tensions and regional disputes.
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Bosnian Serb leader Dodik, known for separatist calls and pro-Russian stance, had US sanctions imposed in 2017 over destabilizing actions. These were lifted this week, with Dodik claiming victory and asserting the sanctions were unjust. The move raises regional stability concerns.
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A fire on Tuesday evening at a retirement home in Tuzla, Bosnia, resulted in 11 deaths from smoke inhalation. Thirteen residents remain hospitalized. The cause is under investigation, and the home's manager has resigned amid the tragedy.
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Prosecutors in Italy and Bosnia are investigating allegations that foreigners paid thousands of dollars to participate in 'sniper tourism' during the Bosnian War, firing at civilians, including children, with Serbian forces allegedly involved. Authorities aim to identify and prosecute those responsible amid renewed focus on war crimes.
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A fire on November 4 at a retirees' home in Tuzla caused by a short circuit has resulted in 11 deaths and dozens of injuries. Investigations are ongoing, and the facility's manager has resigned amid public criticism.
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Scotland secured a historic 4-2 victory over Denmark in Glasgow, overturning a 2-2 draw in stoppage time to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. The match featured dramatic goals, including a bicycle kick from Scott McTominay and a long-range shot from Kieran Tierney, ending Scotland's 27-year absence from the tournament.
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Bosnian Serb regional elections on November 23 resulted in Sinisa Karan winning 50.89% of the vote, replacing Milorad Dodik after his removal from office. The vote, amid allegations of irregularities and regional instability, tests Dodik's influence and the region's separatist ambitions. Results are provisional, with final validation pending.
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Twenty years after the Dayton peace accords, Bosnia remains divided and politically unstable. Despite progress toward EU membership, corruption, ethnic tensions, and economic stagnation persist. Many young Bosnians, including Sola's son, have left seeking better prospects, highlighting ongoing challenges to stability and development.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw has been finalized, revealing group placements for 48 teams across North America. Key details include host country allocations, seedings, and match schedules, with the tournament set to begin on June 11, 2026, in Canada, Mexico, and the US. The draw determines group compositions and knockout matchups.