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Bosnian Serb strongman thanks Trump and Putin after partys election win
What happened
Milorad Dodik thanked US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin after his party's election win, stating that Trump's victory had contributed to their success. Dodik's candidate, Zeljka Cvijanovic, is leading in the presidential election, and his party is projected to retain power in the entity's parliament and local presidency. Electoral officials have counted 95% of ballots, showing a drop in turnout from the last election.
Why it matters
The election outcome may impact Bosnia's EU accession and Nato membership, as Dodik's party has opposed these goals in the past. The election also reflects ongoing ethnic divisions in the country. The outcome may lead to a continued political deadlock in the country.
Key facts
- Dodik's party is projected to retain power in Republika Srpska's parliament and local presidency.
- Zeljka Cvijanovic is leading in the presidential election.
- Turnout dropped nearly 10 percentage points from the last election to around 42%.
- Milorad Dodik is not on the ballot due to a conviction and six-year ban from the presidency.
Context
Bosnia's general elections involve a complex system that has held the country together since the 1995 peace deal.
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