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President Aleksandar Vučić is expected to officially call for snap parliamentary elections today, following Prime Minister Đuro Macut's proposal to dissolve the National Assembly. This political maneuver comes as President Vučić plans to lead the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) in the upcoming vote and be nominated as a candidate for Prime Minister. However, a notable development sees the Party of Freedom and Justice (PSG), a significant opposition entity, deciding not to participate in these elections, signaling a fractured opposition landscape. In parallel, new allegations of corruption have surfaced, linking a company associated with First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Siniša Mali's lawyer to money laundering for the EXPO 2027 project. These claims emerge amidst growing public concern over the country's economic challenges, including record-high housing prices, particularly in Belgrade, and a worsening water crisis that left many towns without drinking water during the summer. The political climate is further shaped by the ongoing aftermath of Ratko Mladić's funeral, with discussions about the government's response to international condemnation and its approach to national identity. Public sentiment is also reflected in events such as Serbian volleyball players reportedly not applauding President Vučić at a reception, sparking widespread discussion.

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President Aleksandar Vučić is expected to officially call for snap parliamentary elections today, following Prime Minister Đuro Macut's proposal to dissolve the National Assembly. This comes amidst ongoing political maneuvering where President Vučić is also expected to lead the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) list and be nominated as a candidate for Prime Minister. In a significant development, the Party of Freedom and Justice (PSG) has announced its decision to boycott the upcoming…

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A company reportedly linked to First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Siniša Mali's lawyer is facing allegations of laundering over 11 million euros for the EXPO 2027 project. These new corruption claims emerge as Serbia grapples with record-high housing prices, particularly in Belgrade, and a deepening water crisis where a significant number of towns lacked drinking water during the summer. Additionally, there's an ongoing investigation into alleged tender rigging for hospital…

Nova: Firm Linked to Siniša Mali's Lawyer Washes Dirty Money for Expo

A company associated with the lawyer of Serbian official Siniša Mali is allegedly involved in laundering money for the EXPO 2027 project, with contracts worth over 11 million euros.

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Housing prices in Serbia have hit new record highs, with the average price per square meter in Belgrade exceeding 3,000 euros, and reaching 5,800 euros in the Belgrade Waterfront development.

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The article highlights a significant issue with water supply in Serbia, stating that 162 towns lacked drinking water during the summer, criticizing the government's priorities.

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Experts are raising concerns about a worsening water crisis in Serbia, highlighting the failure to maintain and develop water sources, making temporary solutions like water tanks insufficient.

Danas: Fruit and Vegetable Procurement for Hospital: Commission for Protection of…

The Commission for Protection of Competition has launched an investigation into alleged rigging of tenders for the procurement of fruit and vegetables for a hospital.

Insajder: Almost a billion euros in aid before likely elections: "The poorest will pay…

The article discusses financial aid totaling nearly a billion euros, which is being provided ahead of anticipated elections, with a warning that the poorest segments of the population may ultimately bear the economic consequences.

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The funeral of Ratko Mladić has raised new questions about Serbia's relations with its neighbors and the European Union, with Belgrade announcing 'reciprocal measures' but then quickly de-escalating.

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This story revisits the reactions of Serbian politicians, including Aleksandar Vučić, to the arrest of Ratko Mladić in 2011.

An interview discusses the legacy of the current Prime Minister Đura Macut, highlighting the ongoing political landscape. Meanwhile, a video showing Serbian volleyball players not applauding President Vučić has sparked widespread public discussion, indicating underlying public sentiment and political dynamics beyond formal structures.

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Nova: Volleyball Players Seen Looking Down, Not Applauding Vučić

Video footage from a reception for Serbian volleyball players shows them looking down and not applauding President Vučić, sparking widespread discussion in Serbia.

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