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Israeli Commerce Office Opens in Banja Luka, Strengthening Ties with Republika Srpska

The Israeli Chamber of Commerce opened an office in Banja Luka, Republika Srpska, on September 6, 2026, aiming to strengthen ties between Israel and the entity. Milorad Dodik, former president of Republika Srpska, expressed support for Israel amidst ongoing criticism of its actions in Gaza. Analysts suggest that this cooperation may help address financial issues in Republika Srpska but could also increase tensions within Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Israeli Chamber of Commerce M.T. Abraham Group
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Milorad Dodik Galit Peleg Ana Trisic Babic Davor Gjenero Amir Gross Kabiri

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The Israeli Chamber of Commerce opened an office in Banja Luka, Republika Srpska, on September 6, 2026, aiming to strengthen ties between Israel and the entity. Milorad Dodik, former president of Republika Srpska, expressed support for Israel amidst ongoing criticism of its actions in Gaza. Analysts suggest that this cooperation may help address financial issues in Republika Srpska but could also increase tensions within Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Bosnian Serbs strengthen ties with Israel amid tensions

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Israeli Commerce Office Opens in Banja Luka, Strengthening Ties with Republika Srpska