Pride march in Serbia condemns police violence at antigovernment rallies
Summary
A Pride march in Belgrade criticized police actions against antigovernment protesters in Serbia. This event also backed university students demanding early elections, which President Aleksandar Vucic has dismissed. There have been ongoing protests, some turning violent, against Vucic's government.Key Facts
- A Pride march in Belgrade focused on condemning police violence against antigovernment protesters.
- The protests in Serbia have been ongoing for about 10 months and are against President Aleksandar Vucic.
- University students are at the forefront of demanding early elections.
- The protests began after a train station roof collapsed, killing 16 people, which was blamed on corruption.
- Initially, protests were peaceful, but violence increased starting mid-August.
- In Novi Sad, police used tear gas to disperse a student protest, injuring and detaining several people.
- President Vucic claimed that the protests threaten the country's stability.
- Interior Minister reported that 13 police officers were injured in a recent clash with demonstrators.
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