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Vlak in morje: Bo Hrvaška preprečila Montenegru vstop v EU?

The article discusses the unresolved border dispute between Croatia and Montenegro over the area of Prevlaka, a small peninsula located at the entrance to the Bay of Kotor. This issue remains a contentious point in their bilateral relations and could potentially hinder Montenegro’s accession to the European Union. The dispute stems from unclear administrative boundaries established during the dissolution of Yugoslavia, leading to prolonged legal and diplomatic discussions. While land borders have been temporarily resolved since 2002, the maritime boundary remains undefined, leaving the area in a state of limbo. Montenegro's President Jakov Milatović acknowledges the strategic importance of the region, particularly due to the position of the Oštra Headland, but notes that Croatia, as an EU member state, holds stronger negotiating leverage. The unresolved status has practical implications for local fishermen, who face potential penalties despite the area being rich in fishing resources.