Serbian students took to the streets in front of the constitutional court in Belgrade, joining tens of thousands of protesters in a silent demonstration against corruption and government policies under President Vucic. The protest, organized by students in response to the deaths of 15 people in a railway station disaster in November, has grown into a broader movement challenging Vucic’s authority.
The protests have been ongoing for weeks, with students blocking roads and faculty buildings with support from their tutors, who are also in a pay dispute with the government. The demonstrations have attracted a diverse range of participants from Serbian society, all united in their grievances against Vucic’s administration.
The government has responded to the protests with arrests, intimidation, and violence in an attempt to suppress the growing unrest. However, the resilience and determination of the protesters have only seemed to fuel the movement further.
This wave of anti-government sentiment represents the most significant challenge to Vucic’s power since he assumed office a decade ago. As the protests continue to gain momentum, it is clear that the discontent among the Serbian people is strong and deeply rooted.
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