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Serbia police clash with anti-government protesters in Belgrade

Serbia police clash with anti-government protesters in Belgrade

Summary

Serbian police and a large group of anti-government protesters clashed in Belgrade. Around 140,000 people demanded early elections and the end of President Aleksandar Vucic's rule. The conflict led to several arrests and accusations from both sides.

Key Facts

  • About 140,000 protesters gathered in Belgrade against President Vucic's government.
  • The police used tear gas and stun grenades in clashes with demonstrators.
  • President Vucic claimed the protests were part of a foreign plot to destabilize Serbia.
  • Five people were detained for allegedly plotting to overthrow the government.
  • Protests, including university shutdowns, have been ongoing for months.
  • Protesters demand early elections, and Vucic's term is scheduled to end in 2027.
  • The president and his party are accused of links to crime and limiting media freedoms.
  • Protests began after a deadly accident blamed on corruption, leading to a political resignation.
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