Bosnians vote as pro-Russian politician looms large and ethnic tensions simmer

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Bosnians are heading to the polls Sunday in elections that ​could impact the influence Russia seeks over the small Balkan nation with separatist Serb leader Milorad Dodik dominating the campaign despite his ban from public office.

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  • Reported by France 24 and published Sun, 04 Oct 2026 05:55:38 UTC.

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