Serbian police remove Belgrade street blockades, more protesters arrested
Summary
Serbian police have removed barricades set up by protesters in Belgrade after recent antigovernment demonstrations turned violent. The demonstrations, initially sparked by a train station roof collapse in November, show ongoing public dissatisfaction with Serbia's leadership.Key Facts
- Serbian police cleared protest barricades in Belgrade's Zemun district.
- Protests began after 16 people died in a train station roof collapse in Novi Sad in November.
- Demonstrators have called for the release of those arrested during the protests.
- President Vucic praised police actions and promised to maintain order.
- An estimated 140,000 people rallied in Belgrade calling for a government change, though authorities claim the number was about 36,000.
- Clashes injured nearly 50 officers and 22 protesters; about 40 people face charges.
- Eight university students were arrested for allegedly planning attacks on state institutions.
- President Vucic has resisted calls for early elections, maintaining the next scheduled election for 2027.
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