Court Ruling Sparks Standoff at Montenegro Anti-Corruption Agency

On June 2nd, 2025, Montenegro witnessed a dramatic standoff at the Agency for the Prevention of Corruption (ASK). Jelena Perovic, the former director, returned to claim her position after a court ruling overturned her dismissal. However, acting director Dusan Drakic refused to relinquish his office, leading to a tense situation involving police presence. "The court's decision is very clear and precise," Perovic stated to reporters, emphasizing the legality of her return. Drakic, however, countered by saying, "This is all part of a plan to stifle the agency." The conflict underscores deeper political tensions within Montenegro. The video footage provides a visual record of the event, showing Perovic's arrival and subsequent departure from the ASK building. The situation awaits resolution from the ASK council, scheduled to meet later in the week.