Dodik Plans New RS Constitution, Banja Luka as Capital, Escalating Secessionist Push

Milorad Dodik announced a new constitution for Republika Srpska, to be proclaimed on September 9, designating Banja Luka as the entity's capital. This escalates his secessionist agenda, directly challenging Bosnia's constitutional framework and the Dayton Accords. The move is likely to provoke a strong reaction from the international community and Bosniak political leaders, increasing political instability in the region.