Overview

• Bosnian prosecutors have ordered the detention of Milorad Dodik, Republika Srpska's president, and two other officials for defying the country's constitutional framework.
• The move follows Dodik's conviction last month for disobeying rulings by Christian Schmidt, the international envoy overseeing Bosnia's peace accords, resulting in a prison sentence and a ban from public office.
• Dodik has enacted laws barring federal police and judiciary from operating in Republika Srpska, which were subsequently struck down by Bosnia's constitutional court.
• The Republika Srpska parliament is debating a draft constitution that could further its separation from Bosnia, including creating its own army and exploring union with neighboring countries.
• EU forces have increased their presence in Bosnia, and NATO officials have reaffirmed support for the country's central government to prevent potential instability.