Summary
Thousands of people in Serbia protested plans to redevelop a bombed-out military complex into luxury buildings. The redevelopment, linked to a company associated with President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, faces opposition from the public and experts. Despite legal challenges, the Serbian government supports the project, arguing it will improve ties with the U.S.
Key Facts
- Protesters formed a human shield around a military complex in Belgrade to oppose its redevelopment.
- The site was bombed by NATO in 1999 and is seen by some as a historical symbol.
- The redevelopment project is backed by the Serbian government and linked to Jared Kushner's company.
- Serbian lawmakers passed a law to allow the construction despite public and expert opposition.
- The government believes the project will boost the economy and improve relations with the U.S.
- Some critics argue the complex is an architectural monument and oppose its demolition.
- Serbia's government revoked the site's protected status before agreeing to a redevelopment lease.
- The project faces additional scrutiny due to an investigation into the legitimacy of documents used to remove its protected status.
