Gligorijević: Recent Events Signal Serbia's Entry into Peak Repression Phase

Journalist Jovana Gligorijević asserts that recent events serve as a testament to Serbia's entry into the most intense phase of repression, noting that this is not a new phenomenon but rather an escalation.

"It is not subsiding, it is no longer happening on the streets. We see information from Valjevo about mistreatment through corridors, and this prosecutor, lawyer, and attorney who represent people who have suffered police brutality," Gligorijević stated. She specifically mentioned the case of prosecutor Vukašin Vujičić from Valjevo, whose car was set on fire. Gligorijević praised Vujičić's responsible approach, emphasizing his adherence to procedure and refusal to prejudge without concrete evidence from the investigation.

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It is not subsiding, it is no longer happening on the streets. We see information from Valjevo about mistreatment through corridors, and this prosecutor, lawyer, and attorney who represent people who have suffered police brutality.

"The very fact that he addressed the public is a much stronger message than anything he said during his address. I want to respect his wish not to point fingers at anyone, but the mere fact that he decided to come out and speak at that protest is actually a message to the system that he is a person who wants to show courage," the journalist added.

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The very fact that he addressed the public is a much stronger message than anything he said during his address. I want to respect his wish not to point fingers at anyone, but the mere fact that he decided to come out and speak at that protest is actually a message to the system that he is a person who wants to show courage.

Gligorijević also drew attention to the Belgrade University's fall from the top 500 on the Shanghai Ranking of World Universities. She cited experts who attribute this decline to reduced citations in two key scientific journals. Gligorijević squarely blamed the Serbian government, referencing a decree that limits scientific work to eight hours per week, which she believes contributes to this issue.

Furthermore, Gligorijević pointed out the irony of Finance Minister Siniša Mali initiating criticism against Belgrade University Rector Vladan Đokić. She recalled that Mali himself faced accusations of plagiarizing his doctoral dissertation, which was later proven by the university. "So that is a direct insult," Gligorijević concluded.

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So that is a direct insult.