A scheduled performance by Serbian singer Jelena Karleuša in Sarajevo has been canceled following a request from Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Elmedin Konaković. Konaković formally asked the Ministry of Internal Affairs to intervene, leading to the cancellation of the August 8th concert at the Aqua club. The reason for the minister’s request has not been publicly detailed. The announcement of the concert had already been made prior to the intervention. The cancellation has sparked discussion regarding freedom of expression and political influence on cultural events. Further details regarding the specifics of Konaković’s concerns are currently unavailable.