100,000 rally in Belgrade demanding Vučić's resignation; clashes reported
Translated from Bulgarian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Approximately 100,000 people gathered in Belgrade on Saturday, demanding the resignation of President Aleksandar Vučić.
- The protest, organized by opposition parties, is part of a wave of demonstrations that began after two mass shootings in early May.
- Police reported detaining several individuals following clashes that occurred during the rally.
Nearly 100,000 people, according to organizers, gathered in Belgrade on Saturday demanding the resignation of President Aleksandar Vučić. The massive rally took place at "Slavia" Square, a major intersection in the capital.
This demonstration marks a new wave of protests that began in early May, following two mass shootings that shook Serbia. The opposition parties organizing the rallies accuse the government of fostering a climate of violence and hate speech, which they claim contributed to the tragic events.
Protesters carried banners and chanted slogans calling for accountability from the government. The atmosphere was charged, with a significant police presence monitoring the event. Organizers have vowed to continue their demonstrations until their demands are met.
Following the rally, police reported that several individuals were detained. Clashes between protesters and law enforcement occurred in some areas around the square. The exact number of detainees and the circumstances surrounding the detentions were not immediately clear, but authorities stated they would investigate the incidents.
Originally published by Dnevnik in Bulgarian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.