Bosnian mountain villages hollow out as youth emigrate, leaving elderly behind

Rural Bosnia and Herzegovina is experiencing a demographic exodus, with young people leaving mountain villages for urban centers or abroad, leaving only elderly residents. This pattern, familiar across the Balkans, is accelerating and threatens the viability of these communities. The development underscores a broader regional depopulation trend with long-term economic and social implications.

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