Historic Protest in Serbia Draws Over 100,000 Against Corruption and Vucic's Government
The peaceful demonstration in Belgrade, led by students, calls for accountability and legal reforms following a deadly infrastructure collapse.
- Over 100,000 demonstrators gathered in Belgrade, marking what observers call the largest protest in Serbia's history.
- The protest was sparked by the November collapse of a train station roof in Novi Sad, which killed 15 people and highlighted alleged government corruption.
- Participants, led by students, are demanding justice, legal accountability, and stronger rule of law rather than outright political resignations.
- President Aleksandar Vucic, accused of authoritarianism and corruption, dismissed the protests as foreign interference and warned against street-driven governance.
- Despite fears of violence, the event remained largely peaceful, although isolated incidents, including a car attack on marchers, were reported.