Serbia’s president vows more arrests after huge antigovernment protests
Summary
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic stated that more arrests of antigovernment protesters will occur following recent clashes in Belgrade. The protest was part of a larger movement demanding early elections, sparked by past events, including a tragic train station accident. During the demonstration, disputes arose between protesters and police, leading to arrests and injuries.Key Facts
- Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said more antigovernment protesters will be arrested.
- The protest in Belgrade demanded early parliamentary elections.
- Clashes occurred between police and protesters, with 48 police officers injured and 77 people arrested.
- The protest was part of ongoing demonstrations that began after a train station accident in Novi Sad killed 16 people.
- The authorities estimated the protest crowd at 36,000, whereas another estimate was about 140,000.
- Organizers accused the government of ignoring demands and inciting violence.
- President Vucic has been accused of becoming more authoritarian, which he denies.
- Serbia is seeking European Union membership while maintaining close ties with Russia and China.
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