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Friday, October 23, 2026
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Voters go to the polls in Niš on Sunday, but the campaign has ended on a dark note. Journalist Vuk Cvijić reported receiving threats of child murder following the publication of correspondence from an encrypted messaging app; the messages allegedly suggest that Aleksandar Vuāćić promised a pardon to a notorious drug lord. A prosecutor responded by noting the public has a right to know who is being pardoned and why charges against the president were dismissed.
The domestic tension is being matched by pressure from Washington. A US Congressman has requested sanctions against several businessmen and a media mogul, citing state contracts awarded to government-friendly firms. In Serbia, political influence and public procurement often share the same office.
Election silence took effect at midnight and will last until Sunday evening. While the capital focuses on the ballot box, the Ministry of Internal Affairs has come under scrutiny as the country’s largest armed formation, though its true strength is difficult to assess due to high politicization and questionable connections.
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An American congressman has requested that the United States impose sanctions on several Serbian individuals: Ivan Bošnjak, Stojan Vujko (owners of Millennium Team), Davor Macura (from Alta Bank), and Željko Mitrović (from Pink television). The request alleges involvement in corrupt state contracts and media consolidation.
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US Congressman calls for sanctions against Ivan Bošnjak, Stojan Vujko, Davor…
An American congressman has requested that the United States impose sanctions on several Serbian individuals.
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The period of election silence has commenced, prohibiting campaigning until Sunday at 8 PM. In Niš, nearly 228,000 citizens are expected to vote at 198 polling stations. Vreme will also broadcast a live program on election night.
Insajder:
Election Silence Begins at Midnight, Lasting Until Sunday 8 PM
Election silence, a period during which campaigning is prohibited, has started and will continue until Sunday at 8 PM.
Danas:
In Niš on Sunday, Almost 228,000 Citizens Will Vote at 198 Polling Stations
In Niš, nearly 228,000 citizens are set to vote at 198 polling stations this Sunday.
Vreme:
Election Time - Time for Decision: Follow Us Live on YouTube on Election Night
Vreme will broadcast a special live program on its YouTube channel on Sunday, October 25th, from 7:30 PM, featuring election results, reporter updates, and expert analysis.
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The final deadline for submitting additional applications for property legalization is October 24th, raising questions about the future of unregistered properties.
Danas:
Deadline for Additional Legalization Applications October 24: What About…
The final deadline for submitting additional applications for property legalization is October 24th, raising questions about the fate of houses that will not be registered in the cadastre by then.
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With over 41,000 members, Serbia's Ministry of Internal Affairs (MUP) is the country's largest armed force. However, its true strength and effectiveness are reportedly difficult to assess due to high politicization and questionable connections.
Vreme:
Ministry of Internal Affairs: How Many Are There and What Are They Like?
The Ministry of Internal Affairs (MUP) in Serbia, with over 41,000 members, is the largest armed formation in the country, but its true strength is difficult to assess due to high politization and questionable connections.
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An SNS businessman who invested over half a million euros in the Vista Rika fund is reportedly securing numerous state contracts with entities such as Elektrodistribucija, PIO Fund, and the National Bank.
Nova:
SNS Businessman Invested Over Half a Million Euros in Vista Rika Fund, Secures…
An SNS businessman who invested over half a million euros in the Vista Rika fund is reportedly securing numerous state contracts with entities such as Elektrodistribucija, PIO Fund, and the National Bank.
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A report indicates a collapse in the control system for major state projects, with at least 70 million euros paid to Chinese entities following a tragedy.
Nova:
Collapsed Control System for Major State Projects: At Least 70 Million Euros…
A report indicates a collapse in the control system for major state projects, with at least 70 million euros paid to Chinese entities following a tragedy.
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