Serbia’s Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management, Dragan Glamočić, confirmed an outbreak of sheep and goat pox in the Raška region today. Glamočić stated the disease likely arrived through smuggling from Kosovo. This marks the first confirmed outbreak in the area. The minister did not elaborate on specific preventative measures being taken to contain the spread, but acknowledged the potential impact on livestock. Authorities are investigating the source and extent of the infection. The outbreak poses a threat to the local livestock population and potentially, the wider agricultural sector. This situation highlights concerns regarding biosecurity and illegal animal trade across borders.