Sasa Bozic opened the Putin Cafe in Banja Luka as a testament to local support for the Russian president amidst escalating tensions due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. He argues that the openings of this cafe and his upcoming Trump and Putin's Place are not politically motivated, but rather clever marketing tactics reflecting regional views. In the ethnic Serb city of Banja Luka, there is a notable affection for both leaders, contrasting sharply with the disdain for American officials like President Biden and Zelensky, highlighting the complexities of post-communist sentiment and ethnonationalism resurgence.
"Mr. Bozic has a new project: a motel and restaurant complex called Trump and Putin's Place, paying tribute to both leaders, which he claims is not political but a marketing trick."
"Many in the mostly ethnic Serb city of Banja Luka look favorably on Russia and view the American-led order in Europe with hostility, particularly towards President Zelensky and President Biden."
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