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2026 elections in Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina

Overview

Following the 2026 elections, the SNSD and its coalition partners secured a two-thirds majority in the Republika Srpska National Assembly, a victory that analysts suggest provides significant political control through 2030. Although Milorad Dodik was barred from holding public office by former High Representative Christian Schmidt, he declared victory for his political camp and continues to direct SNSD strategy. Preliminary results from the Central Election Commission (CIK) confirm significant wins for the SNSD at both the entity and state levels. Željka Cvijanović secured a decisive victory to become the Serbian member of the tripartite Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina. At the state level, the new Presidency is expected to consist of Cvijanović, Denis Bećirović (SDP-BiH), and Darija Filipović (HDZ-BiH). In the wake of these results, Dodik and Dragan Čović (HDZ BiH) announced a continued political partnership to discuss the formation of the state-level government. Meanwhile, Dodik has moved to advance the autonomy of Republika Srpska, announcing plans to proclaim a new Constitution—potentially by January 9—to establish Banja Luka as the official capital and Pale as the capital city. Milorad Dodik has since outlined a specific timeline for the formation of the Republika Srpska government and the adoption of next year’s budget, contingent upon the publication of final election results by November 4. He stated that a constitutive session of the National Assembly is expected by November 20, with the goal of having a formed government and an approved budget by the end of December. Dodik expressed that the SNSD does not intend to form a coalition with other political groups and emphasized the need for an agreement regarding automatic dual citizenship for citizens of Republika Srpska.

Entities

Milorad Dodik · Republika Srpska · SNSD · Bosnia and Herzegovina · Željka Cvijanović

Claims

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Coverage disagrees

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  • "Nermin Nikšić reportedly informed political partners that the Trojka coalition has ended."

    vs

    "SDP leader Nermin Nikšić denied claims that he informed political partners that the Trojka coalition has ended."

    Nermin Nikšić denies informing partners that the Trojka coalition ended, while another claim asserts that he did inform them.

  • "Nermin Nikšić reportedly informed political partners that the Trojka coalition has ended."

    vs

    "Sabina Ćudić, president of Naša stranka, denied reports that the Trojka coalition has been dissolved."

    Sabina Ćudić denies reports that the Trojka coalition has been dissolved, whereas the other claim asserts that Nermin Nikšić informed partners of its end.

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    SNSD secures two-thirds majority in Republika Srpska elections

    The SNSD and its coalition partners won a two-thirds majority in Republika Srpska, granting them significant political power and responsibility amid economic challenges and energy concerns.

  2. [POLITICS] 15 sources
    Republika Srpska leaders discuss election results and economic stability

    Political leaders in Republika Srpska discuss election successes, while Siniša Mali highlights dinar stability and economic growth projections for 2030.

  3. [POLITICS] 57 sources
    Milorad Dodik announces new Republika Srpska Constitution and capital changes

    Milorad Dodik has announced plans for a new Republika Srpska Constitution, aiming to name Banja Luka as capital. Meanwhile, election results show Željka Cvijanović leading the race for the Serbian Presidency.

  4. [POLITICS] 33 sources
    Dodik and Čović announce continued partnership to form BiH government

    Milorad Dodik and Dragan Čović have pledged to continue their political partnership in Bosnia and Herzegovina, aiming to form a state-level government while emphasizing constitutional rights.

  5. [POLITICS] 12 sources
    SNSD wins major victories in Bosnia and Herzegovina elections

    SNSD achieved major victories in the Republika Srpska and BiH parliamentary elections, while SDA remains the dominant force in the Tuzla Canton according to preliminary results.

  6. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    SNSD party maintains control of Republika Srpska in Bosnia elections

    Milorad Dodik’s SNSD party maintains control of Republika Srpska, with Željka Cvijanović leading for the Serb seat in Bosnia and Herzegovina’s tripartite presidency.

  7. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Milorad Dodik holds political rally in Bosnia and Herzegovina

    Former Republika Srpska president Milorad Dodik held a rally in Bosnia and Herzegovina supporting SNSD candidates and voicing support for Donald Trump.

  8. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    SNSD holds major pre-election rally in Laktaši

    SNSD leaders held a major rally in Laktaši and issued calls for voter support ahead of upcoming elections in Republika Srpska, promoting candidates Sava Minić and Željka Cvijanović.

  9. [POLITICS] 60 sources
    Republika Srpska elections: SNSD projected to win significant mandates

    Polling shows SNSD could win over one-third of mandates in Republika Srpska, with Savo Minić leading the presidential race. New biometric voting technology will be introduced to secure the elections.

  10. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Serbian Democratic Party presents candidates in Zvornik

    The Serbian Democratic Party in Zvornik presented its candidates, including Branko Blanuša for President of Republika Srpska, focusing on economic investment and youth employment.

  11. [POLITICS] 7 sources
    SDP BiH holds campaign rallies in Republika Srpska and Zenica

    SDP BiH leaders held campaign events in Republika Srpska and Zenica, focusing on supporting returnees, engaging the diaspora, and utilizing EU funds for economic development.

  12. [POLITICS] 15 sources
    SNSD leaders hold pre-election rally in Derventa

    SNSD leaders Milorad Dodik, Savo Minić, and Željka Cvijanović held a rally in Derventa, calling for unity and autonomy, amid rising political friction with opposition leader Draško Stanivuković.

  13. [POLITICS] 85 sources
    Balkan elections: SNSD and SNS launch campaigns amid regulatory warnings

    Political campaigns for the 2026 elections have begun in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia, with CIK BiH warning against hate speech and enforcing strict campaign spending limits.

Sources

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