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Serbia: President's campaign tactics, Mladić honors — FrontPages.eu, September 05, 2026

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President Aleksandar Vučić's pre-election campaign is under scrutiny for alleged pressure tactics on employees in Niš to attend events, alongside claims of using 'robots' and vote-buying schemes. This intensification of campaigning comes as reports suggest Vučić is increasingly isolated, even from within his own party. Meanwhile, the Security-Information Agency (BIA) has asserted it possesses evidence that students fabricated claims of being wiretapped, a direct counter to recent surveillance allegations. The capital is also hosting the Belgrade Pride March today under the theme 'There Is Room For All of Us', marking a significant social event. Concurrently, a new controversy has erupted over the decision to grant state honors for Ratko Mladić, a move criticized for going against Serbian law and European advisories, especially given his death on August 27, 2026. Further domestic concerns include a 'secret' amendment to the Law on Planning and Construction, raising fears despite official assurances against development in Deliblatska Peščara. The opposition is also being urged to unite under a single electoral column to challenge the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) and its coalition partner, the Socialist Party of Serbia (SPS), led by Prime Minister Đuro Macut.

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President Aleksandar Vučić's pre-election campaign is facing accusations of employing manipulative tactics, including pressuring employees in Niš to attend events, utilizing 'robots' for campaigning, and engaging in alleged vote-buying schemes. Reports also suggest a growing isolation of Vučić from his own party. The Security-Information Agency (BIA) has made a counter-claim, stating it has evidence that students lied about being wiretapped, a development in the ongoing spyware controversy…

Vreme: Vučić is truly against everyone

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has isolated himself, even from his own party, and will face opposition from 250 individuals of integrity from the Student List.

Nova: Siege in Niš Ahead of Vučić's Arrival: Employees Pressured to Welcome…

An alleged 'siege' situation in Niš is described, where employees reportedly face significant pressure to attend and welcome President Vučić, even those not affiliated with the SNS party.

Vreme: Ready for Vučić: How the SNS prime ministerial candidate intimidates Serbian…

Aleksandar Vučić has begun intimidating voters in Niš with Thompson concerts and fascist salutes.

Nova: Vučić Arming Even Robots Ahead of Elections: Pre-election Campaign and Fairs…

An investigative piece from Radar.rs suggesting that President Vučić's campaign is employing unconventional and potentially manipulative tactics, including the use of robots and vote-buying schemes.

Danas: Vučić in Niš: I wore a formal suit for the SNS Main Board meeting, we enlist…

President Aleksandar Vučić stated in Niš that he wore a formal suit for the SNS Main Board meeting and that dozens of 'blockaders' are joining the party daily.

Nova: Vesna Rakić Vodinelić: The Government Counts on Winning Elections By Hook or…

An interview with Vesna Rakić Vodinelić expressing skepticism about the fairness of upcoming elections, suggesting the government is determined to win regardless of the means.

N1: Student Wiretapping Affair: Serbian President Exceeds Authority Again

The Serbian President is again accused of exceeding his constitutional powers in connection with an alleged wiretapping of students.

Danas: Vučić: BIA informed me they have proof students lied about wiretapping

President Vučić stated that the Security-Information Agency (BIA) has informed him of evidence that students lied about being wiretapped.

N1: Vučić: BIA Informed Me of Evidence Students Lied About Wiretapping; EU Won't…

President Vučić claims the Serbian security agency (BIA) has evidence that students fabricated wiretapping claims and expresses pessimism about Serbia's EU accession prospects.

The Belgrade Pride March is scheduled to take place today, under the unifying theme 'There Is Room For All of Us', highlighting social events in the capital.

Danas: Pride March in Belgrade today

The Pride March is scheduled to take place in Belgrade today.

N1: Belgrade Pride March Today: "There Is Room For All of Us"

The article reports on the Belgrade Pride March taking place today, with the theme 'There Is Room For All of Us', highlighting social events in the capital.

A report criticizes the decision to grant state honors for Ratko Mladić, calling it a political and ethical failure that contravenes Serbian law and European Union advisories. Mladić died on August 27, 2026, while serving a life sentence for genocide and war crimes.

N1: State Honors for Ratko Mladić Despite Law and European Warnings: "A Kind of…

The report criticizes the decision to grant state honors for Ratko Mladić, deeming it a political and ethical failure that goes against Serbian law and European Union advisories.

Discussions are ongoing about the potential for young people to initiate political change in Serbia, drawing parallels to a "Polish scenario." Former politician Bojan Pajtić is urging the opposition to unite and present a single list for upcoming elections or to abstain entirely, emphasizing the need for a unified front against the ruling coalition.

N1: "Polish Scenario" in Serbia: Can Youth Change Power Without Elder Help?

This article discusses the possibility of young people initiating political change in Serbia, drawing parallels to a "Polish scenario" and questioning their their ability to succeed without the support of older generations.

Nova: Bojan Pajtić Tells Opposition: One Column or None!

Former politician Bojan Pajtić is urging the opposition to unite and present a single list for upcoming elections, or abstain altogether.

Despite official assurances that no construction will take place in Deliblatska Peščara, a 'secret' amendment to the Law on Planning and Construction has raised significant concerns among the public and environmental advocates.

Danas: Authorities assure no construction in Deliblatska Peščara, but what about the…

Despite assurances from authorities that there will be no construction in Deliblatska Peščara, there is a 'secret' amendment to the Law on Planning and Construction that raises concerns.

Serbian arms exports to Israel have reportedly increased 42 times since the onset of the Gaza war, reaching $133 million, despite President Vučić's previous claims of halting military exports.

Vreme: Moses is Moses, and business is business

Serbian arms exports to Israel have increased 42 times since the Gaza war began, reaching $133 million, despite President Vučić's claims of halting military exports.

The National Theatre is facing criticism for hiring two actresses unknown to the ensemble for an indefinite period, despite having approximately ten contract actors who have been playing main roles for years.

Vreme: 'Unartistic' criteria: On what grounds did the National Theatre hire two…

The National Theatre hired two actresses unknown to the ensemble for an indefinite period, despite having about ten contract actors playing main roles for years.

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