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Serbia: Minister's gaffe and public funds controversy — FrontPages.eu, July 25, 2026

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Serbia's political landscape is dominated by accusations of government misconduct and questionable public spending. Minister Paunović's controversial statement regarding a non-existent institution's salary has drawn sharp criticism, while the state-owned power company, EPS, has doubled its budget for hosting journalists. These incidents fuel public debate about transparency and accountability in the administration led by President Aleksandar Vučić and Prime Minister Đuro Macut. Furthermore, the distribution of funds from the Share Fund, with varying amounts for recipients, is under scrutiny, following an announcement by President Vučić concerning related legal changes. Critics, including Borko Stefanović, Deputy President of the Party of Freedom and Justice and Member of the National Assembly, continue to accuse President Vučić of misleading the public, particularly regarding the lifting of US tariffs. Acclaimed filmmakers Goran Marković and Rajko Grlić have also voiced strong disapproval of President Vučić, with one expressing safety concerns for a friend in Serbia. Meanwhile, Belgrade's political scene is abuzz with discussions about the influence of Mayor Aleksandar Šapić and speculation about a potential replacement by First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Siniša Mali, possibly orchestrated by President Vučić. Concerns about organized crime hindering justice, exemplified by a brutal case in Valjevo, also persist. The nation is also grappling with potential water restrictions due to low river levels or inadequate infrastructure, raising environmental and public utility concerns.

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Minister Paunović has faced ridicule for discussing a salary for a non-existent institution. Separately, the state-owned power company, EPS, plans to double its budget for hosting journalists, raising questions about public spending. Opposition politician Borko Stefanović has accused President Vučić of dishonesty regarding US tariffs, while filmmakers Goran Marković and Rajko Grlić have publicly criticized the President, with one expressing safety concerns for a friend in Serbia.

Danas: Minister Paunović's statement about salary for a non-existent institution…

Minister Paunović's statement is sarcastically compared to North Korea winning the World Cup, as she discusses the salary of a director at a non-existent institution.

Vreme: Serbian Power Company Doubles Budget for Hosting Journalists

EPS has announced a public procurement for organizing media visits, planning to spend 18 million dinars, which is double the amount spent in the previous year.

Nova: Stefanović Claims US Lifted Tariffs Due to Court Ruling; Accuses Vučić of Lying

Stefanović stated that the US lifted tariffs on Serbia following a Supreme Court decision and accused President Vučić of misleading citizens, with assistance from RTS.

Nova: Filmmakers Goran Marković and Rajko Grlić Criticize Vučić; Safety Concerns…

Acclaimed filmmakers Goran Marković called President Vučić a 'delinquent,' while Rajko Grlić expressed concern for a friend's safety in Serbia. The comments were made during a discussion at the Cinehill festival.

The distribution of funds from the Share Fund is a topic of public discussion, with most recipients expected to receive 6,000 dinars, while some could receive significantly more, up to 144,000 dinars. This follows President Vučić's announcement of upcoming legal changes concerning the fund.

N1: Majority to get 6,000, some up to 144,000 dinars: How will money from the…

This article discusses the distribution of funds from the Share Fund, with most recipients expected to receive 6,000 dinars, while some could receive as much as 144,000 dinars. It is linked to President Vučić's announcement of changes to the law regarding this fund.

An expert, Vuk Cvijić, highlights that organized crime continues to hinder the pursuit of justice, citing a brutal case in Valjevo as an example of a wider issue. Meanwhile, Belgrade emergency services responded to a shooting and a severe assault during the night, underscoring ongoing concerns about public safety.

Insajder: Expert: Organized Crime Hinders Justice in Valjevo Case and Beyond

Vuk Cvijić states that the case from Valjevo, though brutal, is not isolated, and numerous instances exist where organized groups obstruct the pursuit of justice.

Insajder: Belgrade Emergency Services Respond to Shooting and Assault

Emergency services in Belgrade reported that one young man was shot and another seriously injured with a hammer during the night.

The political dynamics surrounding Belgrade's governance are under discussion, with questions raised about the influence of Mayor Aleksandar Šapić and speculation that President Vučić might orchestrate his replacement with First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Siniša Mali.

N1: Who runs Belgrade - Šapić or "rats": Will Vučić "sacrifice" the mayor and…

This story delves into the political dynamics of Belgrade's governance, questioning the influence of Mayor Šapić and suggesting a potential replacement by Sinisa Mali, possibly orchestrated by President Vučić.

Serbia is facing the possibility of water restrictions before the end of summer, with investigations underway to determine whether low river levels or inadequate infrastructure are the primary threats to the water supply.

Danas: Serbia faces potential water restrictions due to low river levels and poor…

The article investigates whether low river levels or inadequate infrastructure pose a threat of water restrictions in Serbia before the end of the summer.

A ceremonial event was held at Banjica where cadets from both the Military Academy and the Military Medical Academy were officially promoted to the rank of junior officers within the Serbian Army.

Insajder: Serbian Cadets Promoted to Junior Officers in Military Ceremony

A ceremony was held at Banjica where cadets from the Military Academy and the Military Medical Academy were promoted to the rank of junior officers in the Serbian Army.

Former tennis star Ana Ivanovic's bikini photo from her vacation, featuring another well-known tennis player, has attracted significant public interest.

Nova: Ana Ivanovic's Bikini Photo with Another Tennis Star Causes Stir

Former tennis player Ana Ivanovic posted a photo in a bikini from her vacation, alongside another famous tennis player, which garnered significant attention.

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