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Milorad Dodik and Israel bilateral relations

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Milorad Dodik, president of the Alliance of Independent Social Democrats (SNSD), visited Jerusalem to attend commemorations for the tenth anniversary of Shimon Peres’ death. During this visit, Dodik met with Israeli President Isaac Herzog to discuss bilateral relations and held talks with Jerusalem Patriarch Theophilos III regarding interreligious unity and the preservation of the Christian presence in the Middle East. Following these discussions, Dodik announced plans to enhance cooperation between Republika Srpska and Israel, focusing on economy, culture, and the transfer of technologies in fields such as agriculture and artificial intelligence. In meetings with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Minister for Diaspora Amichai Chikli, Dodik moved to finalize frameworks for cooperation in economic projects and technology transfers. These discussions included plans to establish air traffic between Israel and Republika Srpska and the opening of an Israeli Chamber of Commerce office. Dodik noted that Israel has confirmed its willingness to act as a “reliable partner” for Republika Srpska. Dodik used the visit to express skepticism regarding the security arrangements in Bosnia and Herzegovina, warning of Islamic radicalism and returning foreign fighters. He emphasized that Republika Srpska must prioritize its own defense, citing Israel as a “global leader in protecting its state and people.” Expanding on his diplomatic agenda, Dodik stated that his efforts, alongside visits by Željka Cvijanović, are bolstering the international progress and stability of Republika Srpska. He noted that the entity’s position has been clarified to allies in Israel and the Russian Federation, specifically mentioning that Vladimir Putin is aware of the entity’s status. In recent political statements, Dodik expressed solidarity with Israel, citing a shared history of suffering during World War II.

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