BiH FM in meeting with Finnish counterpart: Dodik is a madman and terrorist

“These visits are crucial as Russia and other actors continue to influence many processes. We are working on strengthening OSCE’s functional framework and are proud to contribute to its future operations,” Konakovic stated.

He also addressed ongoing political challenges, particularly those linked to Republika Srpska (RS) entity President Milorad Dodik and his associates.

“This visit is especially important given the attacks on the constitutional order by Dodik, Radovan Viskovic (RS Prime Minister), and others. At the same time, we need to adopt several key laws on our EU path. This contrast defines our current situation—on the one hand, threats posed by Dodik and his allies, and on the other, opportunities to develop our economy and improve life for our citizens,” he said.

The Foreign Minister reaffirmed his confidence in law enforcement’s ability to handle the situation with Dodik.

“We should listen to the police; it’s not up to us to dictate their approach. I don’t understand why people assume that ‘dialogue’ means sitting down with Dodik. Dodik is a madman and a terrorist—someone who has turned against his own people, a politician who threatens SIPA officers and intimidates citizens by exposing them. There is no dialogue with terrorists, but Bosnia and Herzegovina absolutely needs dialogue with rational individuals,” he emphasized.

Konakovic also pointed out the two possible ways a state can be governed.

“There are two ways to lead a country—one is through blind political allegiance, and the other is by governing responsibly. Bosnia and Herzegovina is facing its biggest crisis since the Dayton Agreement. Despite this, institutions are functioning; the Council of Ministers held a session, and no processes have been blocked.

I commend the heads of security agencies who made the responsible decision not to send the police to arrest Dodik in Laktasi or elsewhere. The RS Ministry of Interior is present there, and a violent conflict over the arrest of a criminal is not worth the bloodshed. I applaud the rational thinking of agency leaders. Meanwhile, Dodik is contemplating whether he will travel to Israel, how he will get through airport controls, and how he will sneak back into the country. That’s what life will look like for him in Bosnia and Herzegovina in the coming weeks—until law enforcement agencies finally catch up with him. People have reason to be concerned, but they shouldn’t be afraid,” Konakovic asserted.

He also addressed Dodik’s recent remarks about establishing a separate border police force.

“Yesterday, Dodik said he would create a border police force and personally decide which trucks can enter and leave. He claims he will resolve this quickly with Brussels. What message is he sending to those who follow him? Does anyone actually believe that scenario is possible?

No one should fear his delusional statements, but those working with him should tell him that he has completely lost his mind,” Konakovic concluded.