# Serbia REM council leadership deadlock continues > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/serbia-eu-accession-talks > Updated: 2026-08-15T10:57:48.000Z. Sources: 147. Developments: 94. The stalemate over the leadership of Serbia’s Regulatory Authority for Electronic Media (REM) has persisted beyond the July 29 meeting that was expected to resolve the vacancy. Two constitutive sessions held on 20 July and later in late July each ended with a tied vote, leaving the council presidency unfilled. The council, chaired by Dubravka Valić Nedeljković, scheduled an extraordinary meeting for the second half of August (between 20 August and 1 September) to continue consultations and aim for a decisive appointment. Members discussed transparency measures such as publishing detailed minutes and conducting site visits to media outlets to assess licensing needs. ANEM head Veran Matić warned that the delay may benefit the government ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections. Meanwhile, the government’s judicial reform agenda moves forward, with the draft Law on the Judicial Academy advancing in parliament after a positive Venice Commission opinion. The unresolved REM leadership remains a test of regulator independence and Serbia’s alignment with EU standards. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-15: Democratic Party urges Serbian media regulator members to resign The Democratic Party has urged members of Serbia's media regulator (REM) to resign, citing a lack of oversight, while Rodoljub Šabić criticized RTS for biased coverage of recent protests. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/democratic-party-urges-serbian-media-regulator-members-to-resign ### 2026-07-30: Serbian Media Regulator REM Still Without Elected President Serbia’s REM council held two sessions, failed to elect a president as candidates Miloš Garić and Dubravka Valić Nedeljković each fell short of the six‑vote threshold; another meeting is set for late August. 13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-rem-council-schedules-second-constitutive-session-to-elect-chair ### 2026-07-25: Serbia advances judicial reform with new Judicial Academy law Serbia's Justice Minister Nenad Vujić says the new Judicial Academy law, backed by the Venice Commission, clarifies the Academy's role, creates an 11‑member board and adds pre‑service training for future judges 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbia-advances-judicial-reform-with-new-judicial-academy-law ### 2026-07-22: Serbian REM Media Council to Appoint New President Before August Serbia’s REM media council, still without a president after a tied vote, will meet before Aug 1 to select leadership and resume its regulatory work. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-rem-media-council-to-appoint-new-president-before-august ### 2026-07-21: Bosnia and Herzegovina Parliament backs court reforms and geographical‑origin protection law Bosnia's Constitutional Law Committee approved court reforms and a geographical‑origin protection bill, while the Food Safety Agency warned the latter could harm traditional food products and EU integration. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-parliament-backs-court-reforms-and-geographicalorigin-protection-law ### 2026-07-19: Serbian Media Council to Hold First Constitutive Session on July 20 Miloš Garić announced the Serbian Media Council will hold its first constitutive meeting on 20 July, elect a president and deputy, and begin work on appointing board members for RTS and RTV ahead of elections. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-media-council-to-hold-first-constitutive-session-on-july-20 ### 2026-07-18: Serbia's Media Regulator REM Holds Constitutive Session to Elect New Chairman Serbia's REM met on 20 July 2026 to elect its chair, with eight members voting and pending debt and regulatory reforms highlighted. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbias-media-regulator-rem-holds-constitutive-session-to-elect-new-chairman ### 2026-07-16: Serbia adopts judicial reform bills for the Judicial Academy and related courts Serbia passed reforms creating a Judicial Academy and amending prosecutor, judge and lobbying laws, aligning with EU standards. The Venice Commission says Serbia met key recommendations, praising the changes. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbia-adopts-judicial-reform-bills-for-the-judicial-academy-and-related-courts ### 2026-07-15: Serbia's Media Regulator REM Council Begins Work Amid Political Tensions Four independents join Serbia’s REM media council, creating a 4‑4 split that requires a six‑vote super‑majority to elect leaders, amid concerns over media freedom and a vacant minority seat. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/milo-jovanovi-slams-rem-council-members-warns-of-media-repression-in-serbia ### 2026-07-15: Serbia's election will determine EU relationship, says EU Parliament member EU Parliament’s Tonino Picula says Serbia’s upcoming election will be crucial for EU ties, urging reforms and noting the EP’s resolution on opening Chapter 3, while analysts stress the need for rule‑of‑law and 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbias-election-will-determine-eu-relationship-says-eu-parliament-member ### 2026-07-12: Serbia remains outside EU as Parliament demands Kosovo normalization The European Parliament says Serbia must normalise ties with Kosovo and meet rule‑of‑law standards before EU accession, rejecting France’s push to open Chapter 3. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbia-remains-outside-eu-as-parliament-demands-kosovo-normalization ### 2026-07-10: Serbia projected among Europe's fastest‑growing economies, cites IMF and Expo boost The IMF forecasts Serbia’s economy to grow 3.5% annually, possibly ranking it among Europe’s five fastest‑growing economies by 2031; the government cites the 2027 Expo and rising tourism as key drivers, while a 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-opposition-leader-aleksi-unveils-economic-reform-programme ### 2026-07-10: Four independent members rejoin Serbia's media regulator REM Four independent candidates have rejoined Serbia's media regulator REM after parliament’s authentic interpretation nullified their resignations, though the council still lacks a ninth member and faces criticism 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-parliament-adopts-interpretation-letting-four-rem-councilors-keep-their-seats ### 2026-07-10: Serbia's EU accession stalls amid EU Parliament debate over opening Cluster 3 EU Parliament criticises Serbia’s slow reforms, calls it a brake on enlargement, and debates opening Cluster 3; Germany, France support it while eight EU members oppose. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbias-eu-cluster-3-opening-sparks-split-among-member-states ### 2026-07-08: Serbian Parliament continues emergency session, debates weapons law amendments Serbian MPs resumed an emergency parliamentary session, questioning infrastructure issues and reviewing over 300 amendments, including 176 to a weapons law, while meeting ODIHR on electoral matters. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-parliament-resumes-session-to-debate-gunlaw-amendments-and-dozens-of-bills ### 2026-07-08: Serbia pushes EU accession reforms amid political disputes Serbia stresses EU accession as strategic, with reforms underway, but faces political criticism and mixed EU support; opposition calls for leadership changes, while a new Belgrade Declaration reaffirms the EU‑p 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-parliament-leaders-adopt-belgrade-declaration-confirming-eu-path-commitment ### 2026-07-08: Serbia's faster growth sparks media censorship clash with Croatia Serbia's stronger IMF‑projected growth led a Croatian portal to change its headline, while Croatian MEP Davor Đenero condemned entry bans and media repression in Montenegro, highlighting Balkan political fric­t 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbias-faster-growth-sparks-media-censorship-clash-with-croatia ### 2026-07-08: Albania grapples with EU accession stalemate, language‑exam dispute and religious‑political tensions Albanian parties clash over EU accession resolution, student protests demand a full Albanian law‑exam, and calls rise against religious‑political manipulation. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/albania-and-north-macedonia-witness-political-protests-over-governance-and-language-rights ### 2026-07-07: Serbia faces EU negotiation block as eight members oppose further talks Eight EU states blocked a new negotiation chapter for Serbia, while President Vučić says Serbia and its Balkan neighbours won’t join the EU soon. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbia-faces-eu-negotiation-block-as-eight-members-oppose-further-talks ### 2026-07-07: European Parliament adopts harsh report on Serbia's EU accession progress The European Parliament says Serbia’s EU accession progress has stalled, urging a freeze on EU funds and warning of backsliding on rule of law, media freedom and neighbour relations. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-parliament-adopts-harsh-resolution-on-serbias-eu-accession-progress ### 2026-07-07: Borjana Krišto warns of severe impacts from delayed 2026 Bosnia‑Herzegovina budget Bosnia‑Herzegovina’s Council of Ministers chair Borjana Krišto warned that delays in forwarding the 2026 budget to Parliament are causing major institutional, project and employee‑pay impacts, and flagged the a 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/borjana-krito-warns-of-severe-impacts-from-delayed-2026-bosniaherzegovina-budget ### 2026-07-06: Eight EU States Block Opening of Serbia’s Cluster 3 Accession Talks Eight EU members blocked the opening of Cluster 3 in Serbia’s EU accession talks over rule‑of‑law and sanctions concerns, halting the proposal that requires unanimous approval. 32 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/netherlands-veto-threatens-serbias-eu-accession-third-chapter ### 2026-07-06: Belgrade hosts parliamentary conference of EU candidate states Belgrade’s Palace Serbia hosted a two‑day conference of EU candidate‑state parliamentary leaders, opened by Ana Brnabić and Ruslan Stepanuk, with President Vučić urging partnership and reform amid EU accession. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbia-hosts-conference-of-eu-candidate-countries-parliamentary-leaders ### 2026-07-06: EU condemns Russian cooperation with Republika Srpska, warns of destabilisation in Western Balkans The EU denounced Russian‑backed police ties between Republika Srpska and Moscow, warning they threaten Bosnia‑Herzegovina’s stability, and adopted a resolution condemning the cooperation. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-warns-of-russian-destabilisation-in-republika-srpska-and-the-western-balkans ### 2026-07-04: Serbian opposition figures Jelena Pavlovic and Zdravko Ponos face backlash over blockade rhetoric Serbian opposition MPs Jelena Pavlovic and Zdravko Ponos drew criticism after Pavlovic attacked the Green‑Left Front and Ponos posted misogynistic insults toward journalists, underscoring tensions within Serbia 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-opposition-figures-jelena-pavlovic-and-zdravko-ponos-face-backlash-over-blockade-rhetoric ### 2026-07-04: Daniel Serwer warns Kosovo of political fatigue amid ongoing crisis Daniel Serwer says Kosovo’s politics are mired in crisis, urges decision on costly U.S. gas project, and calls for Serbian courts to prosecute Milan Radoičić. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/daniel-serwer-warns-kosovo-of-political-fatigue-amid-ongoing-crisis ### 2026-07-04: Željana Zovko leads EP delegation to Međugorje and Mostar EU parliamentarian Željana Zovko led a 2‑4 July delegation to Međugorje and Mostar, meeting church leaders and Bosnian officials to discuss Catholic and Croatian identity, reforms, and Bosnia’s EU path. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eljana-zovko-leads-ep-delegation-to-meugorje-and-mostar ### 2026-07-04: Serbia faces EU accession blockade as at least five member states oppose Chapter 3 opening Five EU states – NL, EE, LV, LT and SE – block Serbia's EU accession by rejecting Chapter 3, citing rule‑of‑law concerns and lack of Russian sanctions, creating an unprecedented hurdle. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbia-faces-eu-accession-blockade-as-at-least-five-member-states-oppose-chapter-3-opening ### 2026-07-04: Marinika Tepic Rebuts Ana Brnabić's Claims Opposition Blocks Serbia's EU Progress Marinika Tepic rejected Ana Brnabić’s claim that the opposition blocks EU integration, highlighting a five‑year pause in negotiation chapters and accusing the government of fraud and corruption. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marinika-tepic-rebuts-ana-brnabis-claims-opposition-blocks-serbias-eu-progress ### 2026-07-03: Bosnia-Herzegovina commissions criticised for mismanagement and inactivity Bosnia and Herzegovina audits expose mismanagement in the Concessions Commission and a blocked National Monuments Commission, highlighting funding misuse, legal breaches, and stalled heritage protection. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-herzegovina-commissions-criticised-for-mismanagement-and-inactivity ### 2026-07-03: Netherlands Opposes Opening EU Cluster 3 for Serbia Over Rule‑of‑Law Concerns The Netherlands, joined by several EU members, opposes opening Cluster 3 in Serbia’s EU accession talks, citing rule‑of‑law shortcomings and lack of Russian sanctions. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/netherlands-opposes-opening-eu-cluster-3-for-serbia-over-ruleoflaw-concerns ### 2026-07-02: Serbian Leaders Present EU Reform Progress in Brussels Serbia presented its EU accession reforms in Brussels on 3 July, with officials detailing legal, economic and foreign‑policy progress and engaging EU officials in a panel discussion. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-leaders-present-eu-reform-progress-in-brussels ### 2026-07-02: EU Rule‑of‑Law Concerns Stall Serbia's Path to EU Membership EU officials, led by the Netherlands, cite rule‑of‑law deficiencies and rising violence in Serbia as reasons to stall its accession talks, while EU parliamentarian Tonino Picula warns of growing polarisation. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-ruleoflaw-concerns-stall-serbias-path-to-eu-membership ### 2026-07-02: Serbian leaders condemn Croatian MEP Tonino Picula for remarks on President Vučić Serbian president Vučić and speaker Brnabić labelled Croatian MEP Tonino Picula a political enemy, while MP Milenko Jovanov rebuked Picula’s claim that Vučić was campaigning for prime minister, citing former C‑ 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-leaders-condemn-croatian-mep-tonino-picula-for-remarks-on-president-vui ### 2026-07-02: Republika Srpska moves to criminalise Bosnia‑Herzegovina flag and army symbols Republika Srpska proposes criminal penalties for displaying Bosnia’s flag with lilies and the RBiH army symbols; Bosniak parties plan constitutional challenges, calling it illegal and politically motivated. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-rejects-republika-srpska-proposal-to-ban-army-symbols ### 2026-07-02: Bosnia's public broadcaster BHRT granted additional 6 million KM in state funding Bosnia's Council of Ministers approved an additional 6 million KM for state broadcaster BHRT, while the federal ministry allocated 3 million KM to RTV Herceg‑Bosne for HD upgrades and studio improvements. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-council-of-ministers-allocates-record-6-million-km-to-bhrt ### 2026-07-01: Balkan tensions rise as EU faces criticism over Bosnia deadlock and Serbian commentator denounces Bosnia, Croatia EU is blamed for Bosnia's institutional deadlock while a Serbian commentator's anti‑Bosnia, anti‑Croatia remarks spark condemnation, reflecting heightened Balkan tensions. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/balkan-tensions-rise-as-eu-faces-criticism-over-bosnia-deadlock-and-serbian-commentator-denounces-bo ### 2026-06-30: EU parliamentary chief says Serbia faces double standards in accession talks EU delegate Lucas Furlaš says the Parliament is blocking Serbia’s EU progress with double standards, citing inconsistent Kosovo policies and warning of a two‑speed Europe. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-parliamentary-chief-says-serbia-faces-double-standards-in-accession-talks ### 2026-06-30: Bosnia and Herzegovina parliament passes and blocks key bills Bosnia and Herzegovina's parliamentary houses adopted some bills, rejected others, and ratified international agreements on flood protection and infrastructure. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-parliament-passes-and-blocks-key-bills ### 2026-06-29: Serbia faces EU incentives and foreign‑policy challenges as elections loom The EU plans incentives for Serbia after it reversed controversial laws, while President Vučić’s resignation sets up elections and strains Serbia’s “four‑pillar” diplomatic balance with the EU, US, Russia and ​ 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbia-faces-eu-incentives-and-foreignpolicy-challenges-as-elections-loom ### 2026-06-29: SRCE party demands funding reforms and transparency on Đerdap 3 hydro project in Serbia SRCE leader Slobodan Petrović criticised the government for neglecting southern Serbia and called for budget reallocations, while the party’s energy committee demanded the release of technical and financial pap 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/srce-party-demands-funding-reforms-and-transparency-on-erdap-3-hydro-project-in-serbia ### 2026-06-28: Albania Voter Study Shows Ideological Roots and Party Preferences A German‑funded study of 1,119 Albanian adults finds distinct voting patterns linked to family histories, with varying support for PS and PD‑ASHM ahead of the 2025 elections. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/albania-voter-study-shows-ideological-roots-and-party-preferences ### 2026-06-27: Italian MEP Ilaria Salis joins protests in Tirana urging EU accession Italian MEP Ilaria Salis joined a Tirana protest, declaring “Europe is here, not in Brussels” and that Albania “is not for sale,” while stressing strong public support for EU accession. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-mep-ilaria-salis-joins-protests-in-tirana-urging-eu-accession ### 2026-06-26: Serbian parliamentarians say they will rejoin the Media Council if guarantees are secured Four Serbian Media Council members resigned in December; they may return if a ninth seat is filled after elections and a specific minority candidate is excluded, while a new council statute is being drafted. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-parliamentarians-say-they-will-rejoin-the-media-council-if-guarantees-are-secured ### 2026-06-25: Albania pushes EU integration forward amid peaceful protests Albanian official Denaj says EU accession is near, praises peaceful protests, and calls for more transparency and public hearings ahead of the 11 May vote. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/albania-pushes-eu-integration-forward-amid-peaceful-protests ### 2026-06-25: Serbian MP Branko Miljuš says government wants a crippled media regulator council Serbian opposition MP Branko Miljuš says the REM media regulator council has been non‑functional for 600 days, accuses the government of wanting a powerless council, and urges a nine‑member independent body. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-mp-branko-milju-says-government-wants-a-crippled-media-regulator-council ### 2026-06-25: Serbian parliament adopts extensive justice and political financing reforms Serbian parliament approved broad justice reforms and a controversial political‑funding amendment allowing parties without representation to receive campaign money without guarantees. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-parliament-adopts-extensive-justice-and-political-financing-reforms ### 2026-06-25: Serbian Parliament Suspends REM Council Appointments Over Minority Representation Dispute Serbian parliament’s Culture and Information Committee halted REM council nominations, urging four resigning members to return amid a 598‑day vacancy and disputes over minority representation. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-parliament-committee-suspends-rem-media-regulator-appointment-process ### 2026-06-23: Serbian Parliament Passes Justice Reforms Amid Council of Europe Criticism and Street Protests Serbia's parliament passed justice‑system reforms while the Council of Europe warned of democratic backsliding; Belgrade approved a budget shift and forest clearing plan, sparking protests by GSP workers and O​ 20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/council-of-europe-parliament-adopts-resolution-warning-of-democratic-backsliding-in-serbia ### 2026-06-23: Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Retail Trade and Banking Sectors Show Growth Amid Grey‑List Scrutiny Bosnia’s retail trade posted an 84 % revenue rise to 36.74 bn KM and employs 24 % of the Federation’s workforce, while banks assure stability despite the country’s grey‑list AML status. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovinas-retail-trade-and-banking-sectors-show-growth-amid-greylist-scrutiny ### 2026-06-23: Bosnia and Herzegovina placed on FATF grey list, facing tighter financial scrutiny Bosnia and Herzegovina entered FATF’s grey list in Feb 2025, triggering stricter banking checks, higher transaction costs and potential investment decline, while the country must address AML law gaps andprepare 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-placed-on-fatf-grey-list-facing-tighter-financial-scrutiny ### 2026-06-22: Albanian Public Shows Strongest Support for EU Membership in Balkans EU poll shows 92% of Albanians support EU accession, highest in Balkans; tourists in Tirana request protest maps amid ongoing demonstrations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/albanian-public-shows-strongest-support-for-eu-membership-in-balkans ### 2026-06-22: Serbian Parliament Advances Justice Reform amid Venice Commission Review Serbian parliament pushed forward justice‑system reforms reviewed by the Venice Commission, while debating organ‑transplant law, REM council resignations and facing criticism from the Council of Europe. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-parliament-continues-extraordinary-session-on-judicial-reforms ### 2026-06-21: Bosnia‑Herzegovina Presidency blocks 2026 budget, stalls public‑sector salary raises Bosnia‑Herzegovina’s Presidency, split between Denis Bećirović and Željko Komšić, has blocked the 2026 state budget, halting public‑sector salary raises and forcing reliance on temporary financing. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosniaherzegovina-presidency-blocks-2026-budget-stalls-publicsector-salary-raises ### 2026-06-21: Bosnia and Herzegovina reports wage gaps as mayor eyes salary cuts Bosnia's statistics reveal stark wage gaps while a mayor proposes cutting municipal salaries. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-reports-wage-gaps-as-mayor-eyes-salary-cuts ### 2026-06-21: Bosnia and Herzegovina signs Declaration on European future in Orašje In Orašje, Bosnia and Herzegovina adopted a Declaration affirming EU and Euro‑Atlantic integration, signed by top officials and backed by over 70 participants from seven European nations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-signs-declaration-on-european-future-in-oraje ### 2026-06-20: Serbian Pro‑EU Platform Accuses Ruling Party of Legal Deception Serbian pro‑EU parties in the Platforma za evropsku Srbiju accuse the ruling SNS of sending two different justice law drafts to the Venice Commission and parliament, alleging a scheme to extend ‘Mrdić’ laws and 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbias-proeu-platform-sets-participation-rules-as-croatia-urges-minorityrights-reciprocity ### 2026-06-20: Bosnia and Herzegovina placed on FATF gray list, financial sector says it remains stable Bosnia and Herzegovina was placed on the FATF gray list for weak anti‑money‑laundering controls; authorities say the banking sector stays stable but expect extra transaction checks and higher costs. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-placed-on-fatf-gray-list-financial-sector-says-it-remains-stable ### 2026-06-19: Serbian leaders and students confront Kosovo's reality amid EU integration debate Serbian politicians and students spotlight changing views on Kosovo, questioning nationalist rhetoric and Serbia's EU path. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-leaders-and-students-confront-kosovos-reality-amid-eu-integration-debate ### 2026-06-18: European Parliament urges reforms in Kosovo and Bosnia amid EU integration push The European Parliament passed resolutions urging Kosovo and Bosnia‑Herzegovina to fast‑track reforms, pursue EU candidate status and address political blockades and accountability issues. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-parliament-urges-reforms-in-kosovo-and-bosnia-amid-eu-integration-push ### 2026-06-18: Serbian Parliament debates judicial reforms amid criticism of authoritarian rule Serbian lawmakers held an emergency session to amend justice laws per Venice Commission advice, while critics warn the country is slipping into authoritarianism ahead of elections. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-parliament-debates-judicial-reforms-amid-criticism-of-authoritarian-rule ### 2026-06-18: Serbia’s EU accession stalled amid cluster dispute and public doubt Serbian officials say EU has tied cluster 3 to the REM issue despite meeting conditions, while a poll shows 40% believe Serbia will never join the EU. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbias-eu-accession-stalled-by-political-reforms-and-eu-conditions ### 2026-06-18: Bosnia and Herzegovina placed on FATF grey list FATF placed Bosnia and Herzegovina on its grey list for AML/CTF lapses, citing missing beneficial‑ownership register and other legal gaps; the country accepted a 13‑point action plan, warning of higher costs, a 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-faces-moneyval-greylist-risk-says-foreign-minister ### 2026-06-17: Bosnia and Herzegovina faces possible Moneyval gray‑list placement over missing owners register Moneyval may re‑add Bosnia to its gray list over a missing beneficial‑ownership register; the justice minister blames a failed World Bank‑IFC project, which IFC denies. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-faces-possible-moneyval-graylist-placement-over-missing-owners-register ### 2026-06-17: Bosnia deputy parliamentary speaker appeals to suspend Republika Srpska electronic identity law Bosnia’s deputy parliamentary speaker appealed to the Constitutional Court to halt Republika Srpska’s new electronic identity law, citing constitutional breaches and risks to the unified digital system. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-deputy-parliamentary-speaker-appeals-to-suspend-republika-srpska-electronic-identity-law ### 2026-06-16: EU urged to safeguard Croat minority in Bosnia and Herzegovina, says MEP Željana Zovkо MEP Željana Zovkо urges the EU to protect Croats in Bosnia, calling for reforms, clear EU stance on Bosnia’s structure and a stronger role in accession. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-urged-to-act-on-croat-minoritys-concerns-in-bosnia-by-mep-eljana-zovko ### 2026-06-16: Serbia's Parliament Holds Extraordinary Session on Judicial Law Reforms Serbia’s parliament met in an extraordinary session to vote on extensive judicial law amendments, backed by a positive Venice Commission opinion after revisions. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-parliament-holds-emergency-session-on-judicial-law-reforms ### 2026-06-16: Serbia implements seven of nine Venice Commission recommendations on judicial reforms Serbia has adopted seven of nine Venice Commission recommendations on its ‘Mrdić’ judicial reform laws, with two still pending; officials say texts sent to parliament and the commission are identical, while the 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbias-justice-reforms-receive-venice-commission-endorsement ### 2026-06-15: EU envoy Luigi Soreca urges Bosnia‑Herzegovina to adopt judicial reforms EU envoy Luigi Soreca urged Bosnia‑Herzegovina to pass judicial reforms, stressing rule‑of‑law upgrades are vital for EU accession and EU support. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-pushes-ruleoflaw-reforms-as-eu-urges-progress ### 2026-06-15: Bosnia and Herzegovina placed on Moneyval grey list over unmet reforms Bosnia and Herzegovina has been put on Moneyval’s grey list after missing 13 reform conditions, risking higher transaction costs and reduced investment for the next two years. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-public-backs-eu-membership-amid-political-stalemate ### 2026-06-14: Serbia’s Justice Reforms Approved by Venice Commission as Politicians Call for Prosecutor Action The Venice Commission praised Serbia’s justice law amendments, while the Freedom and Justice Party calls for a prosecutor investigation into Miloš Vučević’s separatist remarks about Vojvodina. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbias-justice-reforms-approved-by-venice-commission-as-politicians-call-for-prosecutor-action ### 2026-06-14: Bosnia and Herzegovina budget stalled over BHRT funding dispute Bosnia’s 1.58 bn KM state budget was rejected by the Presidency over missing BHRT funds, returning it to the Council; the split vote and election‑year politics leave the budget in limbo. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-budget-stalled-over-bhrt-funding-dispute ### 2026-06-13: Serbian opposition presses for clear policies on Kosovo, sanctions and NATO Serbian opposition demands clear stances on Kosovo, sanctions, NATO; criticises judiciary reforms; minister denounces right‑wing inconsistencies. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-opposition-presses-for-clear-policies-on-kosovo-sanctions-and-nato ### 2026-06-13: Serbia's contested judicial reforms receive Venice Commission endorsement amid domestic criticism Serbia's judicial reform bills, dubbed “Mrdić laws,” got a positive Venice Commission opinion, but critics say key harmful provisions remain, sparking domestic and EU‑related controversy. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbias-judicial-reform-changes-face-opposition-criticism-ahead-of-venice-commission-review ### 2026-06-13: Serbian Parliament President Brnabić faces criticism over claimed Venice Commission approval of judicial reforms Serbian opposition leaders Marinika Tepić and Stefan Janjić condemned Parliament President Ana Brnabić’s claim of a positive Venice Commission opinion on amendments to the contested “Mrdić‑Vučić” judicial laws, 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-parliament-president-brnabi-faces-criticism-over-claimed-venice-commission-approval-of-judic ### 2026-06-12: Bosnia and Herzegovina’s EU bid enjoys 74% public support as roaming fees set to be scrapped A poll shows 74% of Bosnians back EU membership, while the government prepares to end roaming fees with the EU’s “Roam Like at Home” plan. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovinas-eu-bid-enjoys-74-public-support-as-roaming-fees-set-to-be-scrapped ### 2026-06-11: Bosnia-Herzegovina poll shows 74% backing EU membership A poll by Bosnia’s Directorate for European Integration found 74.4% of citizens would support EU accession in a referendum, with strongest backing in the Federation and main motivations being peace, stability, 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-herzegovina-poll-shows-74-backing-eu-membership ### 2026-06-09: Serbia's Media Regulator REM Becomes EU Priority Serbian opposition leader Slobodan Cvejić says the media regulator REM is now an urgent EU issue, citing government control and urging pressure for independence. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbias-media-regulator-rem-becomes-eu-priority ### 2026-06-08: Bosnia and Herzegovina holds EU health funding workshop and adopts EU accession declaration in Sarajevo In Sarajevo, Bosnia hosted an EU4Health workshop for health institutions on 11 June and, two days earlier, an EPP conference where leaders signed a declaration on Bosnia’s EU accession path. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-holds-eu-health-funding-workshop-and-adopts-eu-accession-declaration-in-saraj ### 2026-06-08: Bosnia and Herzegovina EPP Declaration Signed in Sarajevo EPP party leaders in Bosnia signed a declaration in Sarajevo pledging EU accession, rule‑of‑law reforms, and improved Croat‑Bosniak relations. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-epp-declaration-signed-in-sarajevo ### 2026-06-08: Serbia must meet three EU requirements to open accession stage Serbian President Vučić says Serbia must satisfy three EU criteria – Venice Commission, ODIR recommendations, and an electronic‑media regulator – to open accession stage, with further laws needed and a planned‑ 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbia-must-meet-three-eu-requirements-to-open-accession-stage ### 2026-06-07: Serbian Interior Minister Ivica Dačić Calls for Regular Elections, Returns Vučić Supporters Ivica Dačić said the return of Vučić supporters from Tivat airport was pre‑planned and cited Montenegrin crime threats, while insisting Serbian elections stay on schedule. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-interior-minister-ivica-dai-calls-for-regular-elections-returns-vui-supporters ### 2026-06-07: Serbian government criticized by SRCE over Air Serbia aid and partisan job cuts SRCE accused Serbia’s government of shielding Air Serbia and pressuring competition, and of partisan layoffs in provincial administration, calling both actions anti‑competitive and discriminatory. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-government-accused-of-hindering-competition-for-air-serbia ### 2026-06-06: Bosnia and Herzegovina's EU Path Stymied by Lack of Internal Consensus Bosnia's EU ambitions face internal deadlock; US, Republika Srpska officials and Croatian MEPs stress need for agreement among its three peoples under Dayton. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovinas-eu-path-stymied-by-lack-of-internal-consensus ### 2026-06-05: Serbian politician Ivica Dačić calls for regular elections and stresses EU‑Serbia crossroads Ivica Dačić says Serbia’s elections must be regular, rejects talks with Vučić on timing, stresses respect for Serbian interests in Montenegro, and calls for party unity. German leader Friedrich Merz urges Vučić 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-opposition-parties-set-election-agenda-and-internal-leadership-challenges ### 2026-06-05: Serbian officials debate EU accession amid airline competition concerns and reform demands Serbian officials say EU membership would boost national interests and protect Serbs in Kosovo, while critics warn the government is shielding Air Serbia from competition and call for reforms to unlock EU funds 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-officials-debate-eu-accession-amid-airline-competition-concerns-and-reform-demands ### 2026-06-05: Bosnia’s Foreign Minister discusses party shifts; Serbia’s Vučić faces skepticism at Tivt summit Bosnia’s foreign minister Elmedin Konaković addressed party reshuffles, election plans and EU ties, while analyst Mirjana Rakić said Serbia’s Vučić drew skepticism at the Tivt summit no declaration expected. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnias-foreign-minister-discusses-party-shifts-serbias-vui-faces-skepticism-at-tivt-summit ### 2026-06-05: Serbia's EU Path Hindered as Reform Demands Grow Ahead of Summit Serbia's EU accession prospects face criticism over stalled reforms under President Vučić, while a local campaign showcases EU benefits for cities like Belgrade. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbias-eu-path-hindered-as-reform-demands-grow-ahead-of-summit ### 2026-06-05: EU leaders say Serbia must enact reforms to open accession talks; Vučić affirms EU path at Tivat summit EU heads say Serbia must implement judicial, electoral and foreign‑policy reforms to open accession talks; President Vučić reaffirms Serbia’s EU path at the Tivat summit, while Brnabić raises a travel‑returning 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-signals-support-for-serbias-eu-accession-amid-reform-push ### 2026-06-04: Bosnia and Herzegovina's House of Peoples session halted over lack of Serbian delegate quorum Bosnia and Herzegovina’s House of Peoples halted on 4 June 2026 because a Serbian‑club quorum was missing, leaving 69 agenda items—including EU‑accession‑linked bills—unaddressed. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-house-of-peoples-session-halted-over-lack-of-quorum ### 2026-06-04: Bosnia and Herzegovina House of Peoples turmoil stalls key EU‑path laws Bosnia and Herzegovina’s House of Peoples fell into chaotic debate over agenda items, judiciary reforms and BHRT funding, with ethnic accusations and a lack of quorum halting the session. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/bosnia-and-herzegovina-house-of-peoples-turmoil-stalls-key-eupath-laws ### 2026-06-03: European Parliament calls for Serbia to tie EU funding to reform progress The European Parliament’s foreign affairs committee warned that Serbia’s EU accession must hinge on measurable reforms, linking EU pre‑accession funds to progress and condemning current government backsliding. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-parliament-calls-for-serbia-to-tie-eu-funding-to-reform-progress ### 2026-06-03: European Parliament urges swift reforms in Bosnia and criticises Republika Srpska's Russia ties EU Parliament’s foreign affairs committee urged rapid reforms in Bosnia, condemned Republika Srpska’s Russia links, warned Serbia of stalled EU‑accession reforms and called for opening Yugoslav secret‑service ‑ 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-parliament-pushes-for-opening-yugoslav-secretservice-archives-and-stronger-minority-protect ### 2026-05-22: Serbian Parliament President Brnabić says EU unfairly blocks Serbia’s EU accession talks Serbian parliament president Brnabić says EU has changed enlargement rules, freezing Serbia’s accession talks and risking a €1.5 bn fund cut. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-parliament-president-brnabi-says-eu-unfairly-blocks-serbias-eu-accession-talks --- Cite as: Serbia REM council leadership deadlock continues. 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