Protesters denounce Bosnian Serb leaders, claim corruption

Several thousand people have rallied in Bosnia against the government in the Serb-dominated part of the Balkan nation

BANJA LUKA, Bosnia-Herzegovina -- Several thousand people rallied Saturday in Bosnia against the government in Serb-dominated part of the Balkan nation.

The protesters accused the ruling party of nationalist leader Milorad Dodik of crime and corruption, including in the procurement of ventilators and other equipment during the coronavirus pandemic.

No incidents were reported at the rally held at the central square in the northwest town of Banja Luka.

The town’s mayor, Drasko Stanivukovic, who is an opposition leader, said “we are launching a struggle against the private state!”