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Femicide remains a very serious and ongoing threat in Bosnia and Herzegovina
SARAJEVO, 03 May 2026 - The OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission) strongly condemns the recent femicide in Sarajevo and extends sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of the victim.The Mission calls on the competent authorities to ensure a swift, thorough, and transparent investigation.

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World Press Freedom Day: Protecting Media Freedom Has Never Been More Critical
World Press Freedom Day: Protecting Media Freedom Has Never Been More CriticalAmbassador Rick Holtzapple Op-Ed on the occasion of the World Press Freedom Day
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OSCE Mission Reaffirms Support for Gender-Based Violence Response and Electoral Integrity in Central Bosnia Canton
28 April 2026, TRAVNIK - Strengthening institutional responses to gender-based violence, ensuring the integrity of upcoming elections, as well as anti-corruption efforts were among the key subjects of today’s official visit to the Central Bosnia Canton by Ambassador Rick Holtzapple, Head of the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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