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Early Elections Set: Dodik's Influence Looms Over Rivals

11/22/2025

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Early elections for the presidency of Republika Srpska are set for Sunday, with 1.2 million voters choosing a successor to Milorad Dodik.
Milorad Dodik is banned from running due to a conviction, yet he remains influential, with supporters rallying behind him, while Sinisa Karan and Branko Blanusa are rivals.
Analysts say fatigue with Dodik's long tenure may favor Blanusa, as the campaign concentrates on social media and engagement remains limited.

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Early elections for the presidency of Republika Srpska are set for Sunday, with 1.2 million voters choosing a successor to Milorad Dodik.
Milorad Dodik is banned from running due to a conviction, yet he remains influential, with supporters rallying behind him, while Sinisa Karan and Branko Blanusa are rivals.
Analysts say fatigue with Dodik's long tenure may favor Blanusa, as the campaign concentrates on social media and engagement remains limited.