The President of Republika Srpska, Milorad Dodik, announced that the National Assembly of Republika Srpska will make a decision regarding the holding of elections and a referendum in the territory of Republika Srpska. Dodik stated to RTRS that there would be no choice in the territory of Serbs, implying a definitive stance on the matter. The assembly's decision will determine whether elections will proceed and if a referendum will be held. Dodik indicated that the National Assembly would make a decision not to hold any elections in the territory of Serbs, as well as a decision to maintain a referendum. This suggests a potential divergence from the standard electoral process and a move towards a plebiscite. The specific timing for these decisions by the National Assembly was not provided. Further details regarding the nature of the referendum or the specific reasons for potentially foregoing elections were not elaborated upon in the statement made by President Dodik.
