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Belgrade Mayor Aleksandar Šapić is accused of breaking a councilwoman's nose. A newly published video allegedly shows the street altercation with Tanja Mićić. Mr Šapić says he merely pushed her in self-defence against her husband. Opponents are demanding his resignation. Former president Aleksandar Vučić is campaigning as an 'ordinary man' ahead of October elections, using a recent tour to deny accusations of vote theft. Separately, the Socialist Party is shedding local officials following the expulsion of senior member Branko Ružić. State data shows overall inflation is now among the lowest on the continent. Core inflation, which tracks underlying price pressures, remains high.

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Belgrade Mayor Aleksandar Šapić is facing accusations of physically assaulting Tanja Mićić, a councilwoman from the Kreni-Promeni movement, allegedly breaking her nose. Šapić denies the claims, stating he pushed her in self-defense during an altercation with her husband. A video allegedly showing the incident has been released, prompting strong condemnation from opposition parties, demands for his resignation, and an announced protest by the Kreni-Promeni movement.

Vreme: Belgrade Mayor Šapić Denies Assaulting Councilwoman, Opposition Demands…

Belgrade Mayor Aleksandar Šapić denies physically assaulting Tanja Mićić, a councilwoman from the Kreni-Promeni movement, claiming he acted in self-defense after a confrontation with her husband.

N1: Šapić denies hitting councilwoman, claims he pushed her to defend himself from…

Mayor Šapić denies assaulting a councilwoman, stating he only pushed her in self-defense against her husband, while a separate report details the councilwoman's account of being physically attacked and injured by the mayor.

Vreme: Kreni-Promeni: Šapić Physically Attacked Councilwoman Tanja Mićić, Broke Her…

The Kreni-Promeni movement stated that Belgrade Mayor Aleksandar Šapić physically assaulted councilwoman Tanja Mićić in New Belgrade, causing her to break her nose. Mićić claims she was protecting her husband during the altercation.

N1: Šapić attacked Kreni-Promeni councilwoman on the street, she told N1: He…

A councilwoman from the Kreni-Promeni party alleges that Mayor Šapić physically attacked her on the street, causing a bloody nose and significant distress, with her detailing the incident to N1.

Nova: Nova.rs Releases Video of Šapić's Alleged Assault on Councilwoman, Breaking…

Nova.rs has published a video allegedly showing Belgrade Mayor Šapić assaulting a councilwoman, breaking her nose, and then attempting to leave the scene.

Danas: 'I did not hit the woman': Šapić on the claim he attacked a Kreni-Promeni…

Mayor Šapić denies physically assaulting a councilwoman from the Kreni-Promeni movement, addressing public accusations and stating his side of the incident.

Danas: Kreni-Promeni announces protest in front of the prosecutor's office: We will…

The Kreni-Promeni movement has announced a protest outside the prosecutor's office, demanding accountability and transparency regarding the alleged assault incident involving Mayor Šapić.

N1: Opposition condemns attack on Kreni-Promeni councilwoman, demands Šapić's…

Serbian opposition parties have condemned the alleged assault on a councilwoman, demanding that Mayor Šapić be removed from his position in response to the incident.

Insajder: Kreni-Promeni Reports Šapić Attacked Their Councilor; He Was Detained and…

The Kreni-Promeni movement reported that Aleksandar Šapić allegedly attacked one of their councilors, leading to Šapić's temporary detention by the police, from which he was later released.

Insajder: Šapić Responds: Claims He Pushed, Not Hit, a Woman in Self-Defense Against Her…

Aleksandar Šapić issued a statement refuting claims of assault by the Kreni-Promeni movement, asserting that he only pushed a woman in self-defense against her husband and refused to participate in a media spectacle.

Following Aleksandar Vučić's resignation as President, Serbia faces a complex political period with potential early presidential elections overlapping with the October parliamentary elections. Vučić, now campaigning for the prime ministership, denies election fraud accusations. Meanwhile, the Socialist Party of Serbia is experiencing new resignations among its officials in various cities, following the expulsion of Branko Ružić.

Insajder: Two Election Battles in Months: How October Elections Will Affect Presidential…

Following Aleksandar Vučić's resignation, Serbia faces a complex political situation with potential early presidential elections overlapping with October parliamentary elections, creating a scenario of overlapping campaigns and interim presidencies.

Danas: Why did Vučić decide to become an 'ordinary man' right now?

This political analysis explores the motivations behind Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić's recent decision to portray himself as an 'ordinary man,' questioning the timing and implications of this shift in his public persona.

Nova: Vučić: We Will Defend the Will of the Voters, We Do Not Steal, We Never Have

President Vučić stated that they will defend the voters' will and denied any accusations of election fraud.

Vreme: New Resignations of SPS Officials in Several Serbian Cities

Following Branko Ružić's expulsion, further resignations are occurring within the Socialist Party of Serbia (SPS), with members of local governments and party officials stepping down.

Vreme: Vučić: We Will Defend the Election Will, Opposition Stole Votes

Former Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić stated his "United Serbia" list will defend the election will, accusing opponents of vote theft in the upcoming October 25th elections.

N1: Vučić's last presidential day: He boasted, identified with Serbia, and after…

Outgoing President Vučić reflected on his final day in office, highlighting his achievements and vision for a 'decent and modern' Serbia after 14 years of leadership.

Serbia is reporting overall inflation rates that are among the lowest in Europe, although an analysis indicates that core inflation remains high, suggesting persistent underlying price pressures. Separately, an analyst has stated that Serbia's perceived authoritarian regime continues to be a significant obstacle to its aspirations of joining the European Union.

Danas: Overall inflation among the lowest in Europe, but core inflation among the…

An analysis of inflation in Serbia reveals that while overall inflation is low compared to other European countries, core inflation remains high, suggesting underlying price pressures. The story investigates the reasons behind this discrepancy and its impact on consumers.

N1: Majstorović: As long as we have an authoritarian regime in Serbia, we will…

Analyst Majstorović states that Serbia's perceived authoritarian regime is a significant obstacle to its aspirations of joining the European Union.

A Partizan fan, Nikola Jovanović, was severely injured in an attack by individuals identified as 'Ratko Mladić fans,' an incident that resulted in the removal of his spleen.

Vreme: Partizan Fan Severely Beaten by Alleged 'Ratko Mladić Fans'

Partizan fan Nikola Jovanović was severely injured when attacked by individuals identified as 'Ratko Mladić fans,' resulting in the removal of his spleen.

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