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The political landscape is heating up with Prime Minister Đuro Macut proposing early elections, and President Aleksandar Vučić expected to announce the dissolution of the Assembly and call for snap elections tomorrow. The ruling Serbian Progressive Party has already nominated Vučić as their candidate for prime minister in the upcoming vote. Internationally, the funeral of Ratko Mladić continues to draw strong reactions, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressing shock at the images and regretting the presence of officials. Serbia is also facing criticism from the region, leading to diplomatic actions such as the withdrawal of embassy employees. Domestically, the education sector faces new challenges as university rectors voice concerns over autonomy and government pressure for the new academic year. Additionally, a school director in Belgrade has reportedly dismissed 13 teachers, prompting allegations of politically motivated replacements. Citizens are also grappling with significant new fees for property legalization.

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Prime Minister Đuro Macut has formally proposed early elections, a move he frames as a sign of democratic strength. President Aleksandar Vučić is anticipated to dissolve the National Assembly and call for snap elections tomorrow. The ruling Serbian Progressive Party has already nominated President Vučić as their prime ministerial candidate for the upcoming vote.

Vreme: Prime Minister Macut Proposes Early Election

Prime Minister Đuro Macut stated that calling elections is not a sign of state weakness but a confirmation of its democratic strength and trust in its citizens.

Danas: Drecun: President of Serbia to call elections tomorrow

According to Drecun, the President of Serbia is expected to announce the scheduling of elections for the following day.

N1: Vučić wants to 'freely' follow Trump and dismantle international courts: But…

The article discusses Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić's stance on international courts, drawing parallels with Donald Trump and questioning the logic of such actions in the context of Serbia.

Vreme: PodržiAVam.rs: Digital Platform for Evidence and Control of Aleksandar Vučić's…

This digital platform is designed for collecting evidence and monitoring the votes of Aleksandar Vučić, with applications intended to be used during the election day.

The funeral of Ratko Mladić continues to spark international outrage, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen describing the scenes as shocking and the presence of officials as deeply regrettable. The event has also led to regional disappointment, including diplomatic withdrawals and criticism of the EU's initial response. Public estimates of funeral attendance have also been released, while questions are raised about the lack of punishment for celebrating war crimes.

Vreme: The Fatal Radiation of a Character and Deed

This leading article calls for national mental and moral hygiene through confronting the dark sides of the past, highlighting the divisive legacy of Ratko Mladić and the courage of those in Serbia and Republika Srpska who oppose nationalism and acknowledge war facts.

Vreme: How Serbia (Again) Disappointed the Region

Following the funeral of Ratko Mladić, the primary reactions from the region involved the withdrawal of employees from the embassy and criticism of overly mild statements from the EU.

N1: Von der Leyen: Shocking scenes at Mladić's funeral, officials' presence is…

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen commented on the funeral of Ratko Mladić, calling the scenes shocking and the presence of officials deeply regrettable.

Nova: Ursula von der Leyen: Shocking images from Ratko Mladić's funeral in Belgrade

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has commented on the funeral of Ratko Mladić in Belgrade, describing the images from the event as shocking.

Danas: Ursula von der Leyen: Shocking are the images from Ratko Mladić's funeral in…

The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, expressed shock at the images from the funeral of Ratko Mladić held in Belgrade.

Vreme: Public Gathering Archive: How Many People Attended Ratko Mladić's Funeral?

The Public Gathering Archive has published its own estimate of the number of attendees at the funeral of war criminal Ratko Mladić.

Nova: Public gatherings archive reveals attendance at Ratko Mladić's funeral

An archive of public gatherings has released data detailing the number of people who attended the funeral of Ratko Mladić.

N1: Public Gathering Archive: Number of attendees at Ratko Mladić's funeral revealed

The Public Gathering Archive has released figures on the number of people who attended the funeral of Ratko Mladić.

N1: 'Pravac Potočari' at the stadium: Why is celebrating a war criminal and…

The article questions the lack of punishment for celebrating war crimes and genocide, referencing a display at a stadium.

University deans are expressing significant concerns about the upcoming academic year, fearing a decline in university autonomy and increased government pressure. This comes alongside a report of a school director in Belgrade dismissing 13 teachers, with parents alleging that replacements have been brought in from specific regions.

Insajder: Rectors Warn of Expected Academic Year Challenges

Deans express concerns that the new academic year will begin with fears of declining university autonomy and government pressure, similar to the previous year. They are preparing for the October 1st start but anticipate ongoing political challenges to university independence.

Nova: School director in Block 70 fires 13 teachers: Parents claim replacements from…

A school director in Blok 70 has dismissed 13 teachers before the start of the school year, with parents alleging that individuals from Leposavić and Pale have been hired as replacements.

Serbian President Vučić's opposition to EU procedures, particularly those required for the Belgrade-Niš railway construction, is under scrutiny. Critics are drawing a connection between the lack of such procedures and a past incident that resulted in 16 fatalities.

Danas: Lack of procedures destroyed 16 lives: Why does Vučić object to EU procedures…

This article questions Serbian President Vučić's stance against EU procedures necessary for the Belgrade-Niš railway construction, implying a connection between the lack of such procedures and a past incident where 16 lives were lost.

Concerns are being raised about the media landscape, with allegations of "regime investments in the dark" and swift dismissals of directors from ANN media outlets. These actions are fueling worries about potential hostile takeovers, particularly involving a Hungarian tech group with reported ties to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and Serbian President Vučić.

Vreme: Regime Investments in the Dark

The swift dismissals of directors of all ANN media outlets in the region raise concerns about potential hostile takeovers, particularly involving a Hungarian tech group with ties to Viktor Orbán and Serbian President Vučić.

Citizens are facing substantial fees for property legalization, with questions arising about the consequences of non-payment. In other economic news, the average apartment price in Belgrade has surpassed 3,000 euros. Separately, residents of Mali Mokri Lug are experiencing problems with sewage overflow and are frustrated by their exclusion from the system despite paying bills.

Danas: Citizens face enormous legalization fees: What happens if you don't pay?

This story addresses citizens receiving large bills for property legalization and outlines the potential consequences of non-payment.

N1: Average apartment price in Belgrade 'exceeded' 3,000 euros: In which city are…

The average price for an apartment in Belgrade has surpassed 3,000 euros, and the article explores where the most affordable housing options can be found.

N1: Pothole 80cm in diameter

Residents of Mali Mokri Lug are experiencing issues with sewage overflow and express frustration about not being included in the system despite paying bills.

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