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Tensions soar in Serbia as angry protesters clash with police, set fire to party offices
The fire at the Serbian Progressive Party office in Valjevo was part of wider protests demanding early elections and an end to corruption, with over 60 injuries reported in related clashes.
- On Saturday evening, demonstrators clashed with police in Belgrade and Novi Sad while protesters set fire to Serbian Progressive Party offices in western Serbia.
- These events followed almost daily protests since November sparked by a November roof collapse in Novi Sad that killed 16 people and raised corruption allegations.
- Riot police deployed tear gas in response to protesters who threw stun grenades, flares, and bottles, while a group of masked individuals set fire to vacant SNS party buildings.
- President Aleksandar Vucic described the unrest as a “coloured revolution,” expressed gratitude for Russia’s support, and assured that the Serbian government is fully committed to reestablishing peace and order.
- Authorities detained scores, denied police brutality claims, and Vucic announced tough measures, while Serbia continues seeking EU membership amidst persistent political tensions.
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The fifth night in a row there were clashes in Serbia. President Vucic announced tough countermeasures. Activists are already reporting on brutal methods of the security forces - beyond tear gas and batons. By Jasper Ruppert.
After some violent protests against his government, Aleksandar Vučić threatened consequences and called the demonstrations "pure terrorism".
In Serbia, President Vucic has announced a tougher action against anti-government demonstrators.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic promised Sunday a "strong" response to anti-corruption protesters, after five consecutive evenings of clashes between his supporters, the police and protesters across the country.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic promised Sunday a "strong response" given to anti-corruption protesters, following five consecutive series of clashes between his supporters, police and protesters throughout Serbia, reports Agerpres. Violence has emerged in...
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