Bosnian Prosecutors Order Arrest of Serb Leader Milorad Dodik Over Constitutional Violations

Tensions escalate as Dodik and two top Republika Srpska officials face accusations of undermining Bosnia's constitutional order and advancing separatist efforts.

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.