Unrest in Serbia over government and law enforcement's alleged use of excessive force

Protests Continue in Belgrade and Novi Sad, Serbia

Thousands of people are protesting in Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, and Novi Sad, against President Aleksandar Vucic's government. The protests, which have been ongoing, were sparked by the collapse of a train station canopy in Novi Sad on November 1, 2024, resulting in 16 deaths.

In Belgrade, protesters are gathering in front of various government buildings, the courthouse, and several interior ministry facilities. The focus of the protests remains accusations of corruption and autocracy in the government. Similarly, in Novi Sad, the protesters' anger is particularly directed at the police's recent violent intervention.

The incident in Novi Sad escalated at the building of the local Philosophy Faculty. Reports suggest that the pro-government dean of the faculty forced students to leave the building they had occupied for nine months with the help of police. The police's intervention in Novi Sad has been met with criticism, as they used tear gas, stun grenades, and batons against peaceful protesters.

Independent TV station N1 is providing live updates on the situation in Serbia. The collapse of the freshly renovated train station roof in Novi Sad has led to widespread accusations of corruption and calls for a thorough investigation directed at the ruling SNS government. However, the independent experts who attribute responsibility for the collapse have not been specifically named in the available sources.

It is unclear if there have been any new developments or changes in the situation since the previous updates. The protests are expected to continue, as the people of Serbia demand transparency and accountability from their government.

Unrest in Serbia over government and law enforcement's alleged use of excessive force