The Ministry of Civil Affairs of Bosnia and Herzegovina announced this morning that the 13th contingent of the vaccines against Covid-19 from the European Union's "EU4Health" program has arrived in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The contingent contains 12,870 doses of Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine, the Ministry confirmed on Twitter.
The first contingent of just over 10,000 doses of BioNTech/Pfizer coronavirus vaccine from the European Union (EU) arrived on May 4 this year.

The contingent contains 12,870 doses of Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine

13th contingent of the vaccines against Covid-19 from the European Union's "EU4Health" program has arrived in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Vaccine contingent from "EU4Health" mechanism arrives in B&H

The trial of FB&amp;H Prime Minister Fadil Novalić and other indictees in the "Ventilators" affair for the purchase of 100 ventilators worth 10,530,000 KM, imported from China for the needs of the Federal Civil Protection Administration by the company "Srebrena malina", continued today in the Court of Bosnia and Herzegovina with the presentation of material evidence.
Apart from Novalić, the suspended director of the Federal Administration of Civil Protection Fahrudin Solak, the Minister of Finance of the Federation of B&amp;H (FB&amp;H) Jelka Milićević and the owner of the company "Srebrena malina" Fikret Hodžić are accused of the disputed purchase of ventilators.

Novalić, Solak and Hodžić are charged with conspiracy to commit criminal offenses related to acts of abuse of position or authority, receiving a reward or other form of benefit for trading in influence.
The indictment also charges them with money laundering, falsification or destruction of business or trade books or documents, falsification of official documents and violation of the obligation to keep trade or business books and compile financial reports and their falsification or destruction.
Milićević is accused of negligent work in the service.
Prosecutor Džermin Pašić, among many of the defendants' correspondence, presented the messages that Hodžić exchanged with Naser Orić.
- Fadil is killing us- Hodžić writes, to which Orić replies:
- Read "Avaz", he is crazy.
Hodžić then wrote:
- I can nail Fadil with one piece of paper.
He also singled out the one message from March 18th last year, when the Secretary General of the Government of the Federation of B&amp;H, Edita Kalajdžić, wrote to Novalić:
- Boss, talk with Sebija (Op. cit. Director of the Clinical Center of the University of Sarajevo Sebija Izetbegović) regarding the prices of ventilators ". Prosecutor Pašić again presented the message sent by Edvin Kučuković, in which he warns that the purchased ventilators are not for human treatment. Pašić also presented that the accused sent pre-invoices for respirators, not invoices. The defense objected, saying it was an integral part of the business.

Prosecutor Pašić emphasized on several occasions that certain messages were deleted during the communication. In one correspondence, Novalić writes "delete messages".

In one message, which arose after the "Ventilators" affair leaked to the media, Novalić wrote "that Jelka cannot do all kinds of things and remain innocent".
- She also made these decisions, she can stop them as loan rate for "Energoinvest" last year - it is stated in the message.
In earlier messages, Edita Kalajdžić warned Novalić.
- Boss, this contract should be terminated immediately and a refund requested.
Novalić answers her:
- I've had enough for today, baby. How are we going to cancel the contract, when the money went to China.

The communication between Hodžić and the person named Asim, which was previously assumed to be SDA official Asim Sarajlić, was also pointed out. Hodžić wrote to Sarajlić in a message: "Fadil screwed up the whole thing, he is the most responsible."
The next hearing is scheduled for July 30.

Prosecutor Pašić emphasized on several occasions that certain messages were deleted during the communication

Arrival of the accused in the Court of B&H

"Ventilators" affair: Edita Kalajdžić told Fadil Novalić, "Boss, talk with Sebija about the prices of ventilators"

This morning, the Prosecutor's Office of B&amp;H confirmed for "Dnevni Avaz" that this judicial institution, and after the High Representative Valentin Inzko announced the decision on changes to the Criminal Code in B&amp;H on Friday, has already started receiving reports from several citizens.
- So some cases have already been formed - Grubešić said for "Avaz".
Denying genocide and glorifying war criminals, we remind you, is punishable in Bosnia and Herzegovina as of today.

<h2>The imposed amendments to the B&H Criminal Code also include prison sentences</h2>

Namely, amendments to the Criminal Code of B&amp;H imposed by High Representative Valentin Inzko on July 23 were published in the "Official Gazette of Bosnia and Herzegovina" yesterday.
As explained by the Office of the High Representative of B&amp;H (OHR), the law enters into force eight days after its publication on the OHR website or the day after its publication in the "Official Gazette of B&amp;H".
This means that the new provisions of the B&amp;H Criminal Code come into force today. The imposed amendments to the B&amp;H Criminal Code also include prison sentences.
The imposed amendments to the B&amp;H Criminal Code also include prison sentences.
The decision shall state that whoever publicly incites violence or hatred directed against a group of persons or a member of a group determined by race, color, religion, origin or national or ethnic affiliation, if such conduct does not constitute a criminal offense referred to in paragraph (1) of this member, shall be punished by imprisonment for a term between three months and three years.
Whoever publicly approves, denies, grossly diminishes or attempts to justify the crime of genocide, a crime against humanity or a war crime established by a final judgment, shall be punished by imprisonment for a term between six months and five years.

<h2>Whoever awards recognition, prize, monument, any reminder...</h2>

If the criminal offense is committed in a manner that may disturbS public order or peace or is threatening, abusive or offensive, the perpetrator shall be punished by imprisonment for a term not less than three years.
Whoever awards a recognition, prize, monument, any reminder or any privilege or the like to a person convicted of genocide, a crime against humanity or a war crime, or names a public object such as a street, square, park, bridge, institution, municipality or city, settlement or similar, or registers the name of a person convicted of a genocide, a crime against humanity or a war crime, or in any way glorifies a person convicted of a genocide, a crime against humanity or a war crime, shall be punished by imprisonment for a term not less than three years.

Denial of genocide and glorification of war criminals, we remind you, is punishable in Bosnia and Herzegovina as of today

From the Prosecutor's Office of B&H for "Avaz": Cases for genocide denial have already been formed

Ifet Feraget, a lawyer for the Memić family, said today at a press conference, and after yesterday's verdict of the Supreme Court of the Federation acquitting the Seferovićs of the traffic accident in which Dženan Memić was killed in Ilidža in 2016, according to the SC Prosecutor's Office, that Muriz cannot listen stories about car accident anymore.
- What happened yesterday, the government would fall in every state governed by the rule of law, resignations would take place, someone should be arrested. We always wonder why this is like this, why it is like this, why there are no vaccines, we have fallen into a situation where we really have to re-examine ourselves, do not ask what more the state will do for you, but ask what you will do for the state - said Feraget.

As for this yesterday's decision of the Supreme Court, Feraget said that he would start in the reverse order.
-That feeling we have towards someone because of his attitude, because of his reputation, that feeling is called respect. However, if a journalist appeared here, you can guess who he is, I would not have any respect for him, because he did not have respect - said Feraget.
Speaking about the beginning of the trial of the accused Alisa Mutap and others, Feraget said, since the indictment has been confirmed, the deadline for considering the objections is underway.
- The same judge who confirmed the indictment decides on that objection. I expect a guilty plea at the end of August, and at the end of October we can expect the beginning of the main trial - says Feraget.
Feraget expects the Prosecutor's Office of B&amp;H to take over the case of Dženan Memić.
- Ljubo Seferović was the object of our interest. He was released because there was no traffic accident. I am convinced that it will be his turn. The accused has the right to defend himself by remaining silent, and he admitted that something happened that did not happen. During the proceedings, he never wanted to say that someone had threatened him, and the state has the instruments to free the state from fear. If he does not admit it, then he must be prosecuted - Feraget believes.

However, if a journalist appeared here, you can guess who he is, I would have no respect for him

Ifet Feraget: In every state, after the decision of the Court, the Government would fall, someone would be arrested

The trial of FB&amp;H Prime Minister Fadil Novalić and other indictees in the "Ventilators" affair continues today in the Court of B&amp;H, in connection with the procurement of 100 ventilators worth 10,530,000 KM.
Apart from Novalić, the suspended director of the Federal Administration of Civil Protection Fahrudin Solak, the Minister of Finance of the Federation of B&amp;H (FB&amp;H) Jelka Milićević and the owner of the company "Srebrena malina" Fikret Hodžić are accused of the disputed purchase of ventilators.
We recorded the arrival of the accused and their lawyers in the Court of B&amp;H.
Novalić, Solak and Hodžić are charged with conspiracy to commit criminal offenses related to acts of abuse of position or authority, receiving a reward or other form of benefit for trading in influence.
The indictment also charges them with money laundering, falsification or destruction of business or trade books or documents, falsification of official documents and violation of the obligation to keep trade or business books and compile financial reports and their falsification or destruction.
Milićević is accused of negligent work in the service.

Apart from Novalić, the suspended director of the Federal Administration of Civil Protection Fahrudin Solak, the Minister of Finance of the Federation of B&H Jelka Milićević and the owner of the company "Srebrena malina" Fikret Hodžić are accused

"Ventilators" affair: The hearing of Novalić and others ended in the Court of B&H

Although daily cases in Russia have been slowly decreasing in recent weeks, the active cases still continue growing.

On Tuesday, Russia's coronavirus emergency task force reported 23,032 new cases in the last 24 hours, the lowest daily count since June 30.
However, the active cases are nearing half a million as 490,482 patients are being treated for COVID-19 across Russia. Over 6.17 million people have contracted the virus so far.
In addition, the mortality rate remains high as the coronavirus has claimed over 700 lives daily recently. As many as 779 people died of the disease over the past day, raising the nationwide death toll to 155,380.
Over the same period, recoveries went up by 20,116 to reach 5.52 million.
Commenting on the situation, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said the low level of vaccination prevents coping with the spread of the coronavirus.
-Not so high pace of vaccination is the reason that we cannot yet cope with the spread of COVID-19. Vaccination and only vaccination of a certain number of citizens will allow us to curb this infection- he said.
According to Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, the pace of vaccination in Russia has doubled in recent weeks, however, the level of vaccination depends on the region as some have a high level of demand for vaccination, while others do not.
Up to date, over 15% of the Russian population has been vaccinated against COVID-19.
​​​​​​​Since December 2019, the pandemic has claimed over 4.16 million lives in 192 countries and regions, with more than 194 million cases reported, according to the US' Johns Hopkins University.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov says only vaccination will allow Russia to cope with COVID-19 spread

On Tuesday, Russia's coronavirus emergency task force reported 23,032 new cases in the last 24 hours, the lowest daily count since June 30

Despite drop in daily infections, Russia sees rise in active COVID cases

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) said Tuesday that so far, an estimated 970 irregular migrants trying to reach Europe from the Mediterranean died this year.

Paul Dillon, spokesman for the IOM, said at a UN news conference a boat carrying at least 70 passengers departing from the port city of Al Khums in Libya sank on Sunday, and at least 57 irregular migrants are missing.
Fishermen rescued 18 people for whom the IOM provided health care and food, Dillon noted, saying the organization had information that at least 20 of those missing were women and two were small children, with the survivors coming from Nigeria, Ghana, and Gambia.
-This latest tragedy pushes the 2021 death toll on the central Mediterranean route to roughly 970 men, women, and children.This year has seen a rise in departures on the central Mediterranean migration route, and an increase in the number of interceptions and more arrivals- Dillon added.He also said better migration management practices, governance, and greater solidarity are needed from EU member states.
Many of those seeking European shores flee the likes of poverty, drought, and conflict.
-We have seen, of course, the life-saving, oftentimes dangerous work done by non-governmental organizations on the central Mediterranean route- said the IOM spokesman.
-The time for the state-led approach to search and rescue is now before more innocent lives are lost.-Dillon also noted that the IOM knows from experience that returnees to Libya are typically brought to detention centers and well-documented cases of abuse and exploitation.
-We remain deeply concerned about the operations of some of these centers and the process through which people are rendered back to them after they have been intercepted on their migratory journey across the central Mediterranean route- he added.

Better migration management practices needed from EU member states, according to International Organization for Migration

Many of those seeking European shores flee the likes of poverty, drought, and conflict

970 irregular migrants so far perished in Mediterranean this year

Cuba on Tuesday blamed the US for a Molotov cocktail terror attack on the Cuban Embassy in Paris.

-We denounce the terrorist attack with Molotov cocktails against our Embassy in Paris-Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez said on Twitter. -I hold the US Government responsible for its continuous campaigns against our country that encourage these behaviors and for calls to violence, with impunity, from its territory.-The French fire department said two inflammatory devices were thrown at the diplomatic mission around midnight PAris time which left no one injured and caused minor damage to the building.
The foreign ministry’s international press center said three Molotov cocktails were thrown at the embassy and two reached the outer perimeter, causing a fire that was extinguished by the diplomatic mission’s staff.
French police and firefighters arrived at the scene and it led French authorities to tighten security around the building.
Over the last few days, Cuban embassies in various cities around the world have been the target of pro and anti-government protests after thousands of demonstrators took to the streets in Cuba to protest amid a health and economic crisis caused by the coronavirus pandemic and exacerbated by US sanctions.
Cuba has accused the US of provoking "social outbursts in the country.”
The US said it supports the Cuban people and demanded that the government listen to its people.
In the last few hours, foreign ministers of more than 20 countries have condemned mass arrests in Cuba and urged a full restoration of internet access on the island.

Island denounces ‘terrorist’ attack with Molotov cocktails

Foreign Minister of Cuba Bruno Rodriguez Parilla

Cuba blames US of Paris Embassy attack

Between July 17 and July 22, Turkish Coast Guard units in the Aegean Izmir province rescued 388 asylum seekers illegally pushed back to Turkey’s territorial waters by Greek forces, authorities said on Tuesday.

A total of 217 asylum seekers were rescued off the Seferihisar coast and two suspected traffickers arrested between July 18 and July 21, while 78 asylum seekers were found off the coast of Dikili between July 17 and July 20.
On July 22, 26 asylum seekers were saved off the coast of Izmir’s Foca district and another 67 foreign nationals stranded in a sailing boat off the Cesme district were also rescued.
Turkey has been a key transit point for asylum seekers aiming to cross into Europe to start new lives, especially those fleeing war and persecution.
Turkey and human rights groups have repeatedly condemned Greece's illegal practice of pushing back asylum seekers, saying it violates humanitarian values and international law by endangering the lives of vulnerable migrants, including women and children.

Hundreds of asylum seekers illegally pushed back by Greece rescued off coast of Aegean Izmir province within span of days

Turkey has been a key transit point for asylum seekers aiming to cross into Europe to start new lives

Turkey rescues 388 asylum seekers after Greek pushback

The United States fully supports the essential role and mandate of the Office of the High Representative, and looks forward to cooperating with the incoming High Representative Christian Schmidt, the Public Affairs Section of the US Embassy in B&amp;H told FENA commenting on the latest decisions of Republic of Srpska parliamentary parties, after High Representative Valentin Inzko imposed legal changes banning genocide denial.

-We share the views expressed by the United Nations Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide and War Crimes Alice Wairimu Nderitu that the perpetrators are individuals and not society or the community as a whole, and that political, religious and community leaders, as well as educators and the media have a responsibility to lead the way towards constructive dialogue based on trust, respect and dignity. Respect for all victims, as a matter of generally accepted human rights, and refusal to politicize suffering, will contribute to reconciliation, which is necessary for B&amp;H to move forward- said the Public Affairs Section of the US Embassy in B&amp;H.They further stated that it is necessary to focus on economic, anti-corruption, and rule of law reforms that will bring greater prosperity, instead of isolation. The progress on B&amp;H's European path is the best way politicians can serve their voters.
-In this regard, the United States fully supports the essential role and mandate of the Office of the High Representative, and we look forward to working with the incoming High Representative Christian Schmidt to engage, together with local actors, in meeting the 5 + 2 criteria necessary to end the international supervision in B&amp;H, and provide support to the Dayton Peace Agreement, which confirmed the sovereignty and territorial integrity of BiH as a single independent state, with two entities, three constituent peoples, citizens and others- FENA learns.
As it is pointed out, the closure of the Office of the High Representative is not based on time limits, but on meeting the set criteria that are complementary to providing support for functionality and stability, which are also needed given B&amp;H's EU perspective. Therefore, all local actors must make a diligent effort to reach consensus and conduct a dialogue aimed at B&amp;H's progress.
-Only with the participation in the work of all levels of government, politicians from any entity can return hope to the citizens and build a solid basis for economic growth- the Public Affairs Section of the US Embassy in B&amp;H told FENA.

As it is pointed out, the closure of the Office of the High Representative is not based on time limits, but on meeting the set criteria

US Embassy: We look forward to working with the incoming High Representative Christian Schmidt

US fully supports essential role and mandate of Office of High Representative

The Official Gazette of Bosnia and Herzegovina published amendments to the B&amp;H Criminal Code imposed by High Representative Valentin Inzko, which prohibit and punish denial of genocide and glorification of war crimes.

According to available data, the law enters into force eight days from the day of its publication on the OHR website or the day after its publication in the Official Gazette of B&amp;H.
Namely, this means that the new provisions of the Criminal Code of B&amp;H, which refer to the denial of genocide, will enter into force tomorrow.

According to available data, the law enters into force eight days from the day of its publication on the OHR website or the day after its publication in the Official Gazette of B&H

Inzko: Imposed changes to the B&H Criminal Code

Inzko's decision published in the Official Gazette of B&H: As of tomorrow, denying genocide is punishable

Today, SDA President Bakir Izetbegović commented on the first-instance decision of the HJPC disciplinary commission to transfer Chief State Prosecutor Gordana Tadić.
He said that he had objections to her work because the focus of her work was "almost exclusively on Bosniaks from the SDA".
However, Vlado Adamović, Gordana Tadić's lawyer, says that Izetbegović exerts pressure on the Second Instance Commission of the HJPC B&amp;H with such statements.
- His claims that Tadić arrested only Bosniaks is not true. This is how he plays with human destinies. That should not be done. There are obvious inconsistencies in such statements when criticizing the Prosecution's actions. When it came to the FB&amp;H Government and the ISA, he said that it was pressure on the authorities, and now prosecutor Tadić is to blame for everything and that does not correspond to the facts. This only puts pressure on the HJPC in a procedure that has not yet been completed - says Adamović.

His claims that Tadić arrested only Bosniaks is not true and does not correspond to the facts, says Adamović

Lawyer Adamović on SDA leader's statements against Tadić: Bakir Izetbegović exerts pressure on HJPC B&H

Today, the Supreme Court of FB&amp;H released Ljubo and Bekrija Seferović in the "Memić" case.
This was the third time that the verdict of the Cantonal Court in Sarajevo had been considered. In both previous verdicts, the Seferovićs were acquitted. They were accused of the death of Dženan Memić in Ilidža's Great Alley in February 2016.
However, the FB&amp;H Supreme Court overturned both verdicts and ordered a retrial.

From the very beginning, the Memić family claims that Dženan was killed and that this is a false indictment.
Before the verdict was pronounced, Muriz Memić asked those present not to shout, no matter what the verdict was. Lawyer Ifet Feraget said: "Calm and dignified." And it was like that.
When the chairman of the council said "aquittal", Muriz just looked at Feraget.
During the explanation of the verdict, it was pointed out that the Prosecution did not offer evidence that confirms the allegations from the indictment beyond any reasonable doubt.

<h2>What did experts Žujo and Karan say?</h2>

Also, it was stated that medical experts Hamza Žujo and Željko Karan explicitly stated that the injuries on Dženan's head could not have occurred due to contact with the vehicle. In addition to the above, a number of expert examinations were performed and it was determined that there was not enough evidence.
The Council, in the end, said that they were under enormous pressure, and they referred to certain statements in which they were called derogatory names.
Watch the video.

During the explanation of the verdict, it was pointed out that the Prosecution did not offer evidence that beyond a reasonable doubt confirms the allegations in the indictment

Look at the moment when the Seferovićs were acquitted of the death of Dženan Memić

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen said Tuesday that 70 percent of adults in the bloc have received at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine. 

Overall, 57 percent of over-18s are now fully vaccinated across the 27 nations, she said in a statement. 
-These figures put Europe among the world leaders- von der Leyen said.
-But we need to keep up the effort.-The European Commission president sounded a warning over the "very dangerous" Delta variant of the virus that has increasingly taken hold on the continent and seen infection rates begin to tick up again. 
-I therefore call on everyone - who has the opportunity - to be vaccinated. For their own health and to protect others- she said. 
The European Commission -- which has been in charge of securing vaccinations for the bloc -- had earlier set the target of getting 70 percent of adults fully vaccinated by the end of summer.
Von der Leyen said on July 10 that the EU had delivered enough vaccines to reach that level. 
The inoculation drive in the bloc has picked up speed dramatically after a bumpy start due to supply shortfalls that saw it lag behind pacesetters like the United States, Britain and Israel.&nbsp;

Overall, 57 percent of over-18s are now fully vaccinated across the 27 nations

These figures put Europe among the world leaders

Brussels says 70% of EU adults have at least one Covid shot

The lawyer of the Memić family, Ifet Feraget, said that he was fighting for a democratic state and that it was not clear to him why the Supreme Court of the Federation earlier revoked the acquittal of the Sarajevo Cantonal Court when it announced today that there was no evidence that the Seferovićs were guilty.
- It has never happened that one procedure lasts five and a half years, and we already have a confirmed indictment in another procedure. We have proved that justice is persistent but achievable and this struggle will continue. Thanks everyone. Let's move on - said Feraget.

It has never happened that one procedure lasts five and a half years, and we already have a confirmed indictment in another procedure, says Feraget

Feraget: We have proved that justice is achievable and this fight goes on

Addressing the press after the verdict of the Supreme Court of the Federation of B&amp;H, Muriz Memić said that the citizens of Bosnia and Herzegovina won by this verdict.
- Dalida Burzić must be arrested after five and a half years. I have nothing to rejoice about because I have lost my son. I call on the citizens to honor themselves and this is their victory. Ifet showed what intelligence and knowledge are, he fought as if it were his son. Here, honesty eventually won. As of today, the traffic accident is a finished story and no one needs to mention it anymore. Now the helpers and murderers should be arrested – said Muriz Memić.

Vaccine contingent from "EU4Health" mechanism arrives in B&H

"Ventilators" affair: Edita Kalajdžić told Fadil Novalić, "Boss, talk with Sebija about the prices of ventilators"

From the Prosecutor's Office of B&H for "Avaz": Cases for genocide denial have already been formed

Ifet Feraget: In every state, after the decision of the Court, the Government would fall, someone would be arrested

"Ventilators" affair: The hearing of Novalić and others ended in the Court of B&H

Despite drop in daily infections, Russia sees rise in active COVID cases

970 irregular migrants so far perished in Mediterranean this year

Cuba blames US of Paris Embassy attack

Turkey rescues 388 asylum seekers after Greek pushback

US fully supports essential role and mandate of Office of High Representative

Inzko's decision published in the Official Gazette of B&H: As of tomorrow, denying genocide is punishable

Lawyer Adamović on SDA leader's statements against Tadić: Bakir Izetbegović exerts pressure on HJPC B&H

Look at the moment when the Seferovićs were acquitted of the death of Dženan Memić

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Feraget: We have proved that justice is achievable and this fight goes on

Muriz Memić: Helpers and murderers should be arrested now

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Vaccine contingent from "EU4Health" mechanism arrives in B&H

"Ventilators" affair: Edita Kalajdžić told Fadil Novalić, "Boss, talk with Sebija about the prices of ventilators"

From the Prosecutor's Office of B&H for "Avaz": Cases for genocide denial have already been formed

Ifet Feraget: In every state, after the decision of the Court, the Government would fall, someone would be arrested

"Ventilators" affair: The hearing of Novalić and others ended in the Court of B&H

Despite drop in daily infections, Russia sees rise in active COVID cases

970 irregular migrants so far perished in Mediterranean this year

Cuba blames US of Paris Embassy attack

Turkey rescues 388 asylum seekers after Greek pushback

US fully supports essential role and mandate of Office of High Representative

Inzko's decision published in the Official Gazette of B&H: As of tomorrow, denying genocide is punishable

Lawyer Adamović on SDA leader's statements against Tadić: Bakir Izetbegović exerts pressure on HJPC B&H

Look at the moment when the Seferovićs were acquitted of the death of Dženan Memić

Brussels says 70% of EU adults have at least one Covid shot

Feraget: We have proved that justice is achievable and this fight goes on

Muriz Memić: Helpers and murderers should be arrested now