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Following his resignation as President, Aleksandar Vučić has launched his campaign as an 'ordinary citizen' for the upcoming parliamentary elections, where he seeks the Prime Minister's post. This move is accompanied by his decision to grant pardons to 49 individuals, including some connected to anti-government demonstrations, a decision that has sparked criticism regarding its timing and implications as a pre-election tactic.
Meanwhile, Ana Brnabić, the President of the National Assembly, officially took over as acting President today and is constitutionally mandated to call new presidential elections promptly. In other significant domestic news, a Partizan fan was severely beaten outside Belgrade Arena, reportedly due to his social media posts concerning Ratko Mladić, leading to serious injuries.
Further developments include the Serbian diaspora's appeal for voting rights in Jakarta, concerns raised by RTS workers over a lengthy news program praising the outgoing president, and a dispute within the Regulatory Body for Electronic Media (REM) regarding the monitoring of certain publications during the election campaign.
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Aleksandar Vučić, after resigning as President, has commenced his campaign as an 'ordinary citizen' for the upcoming parliamentary elections, aiming to become Prime Minister. His actions include granting pardons to 49 individuals, some linked to anti-government protests, a move drawing criticism from legal experts and affected parties who view it as a pre-election strategy that could normalize violence.
Danas:
Vučić pardons activists and 'those who attacked blockers': Lawyers warn of…
President Vučić is granting amnesty to activists and individuals who attacked protesters, a move that legal experts warn could lead to the relativization of violence in Serbia.
Insajder:
Assessing the Political Scale: How Much Will Change in the Election Race After…
Political science professor Dušan Vučićević discusses the impact of Aleksandar Vučić's resignation as president on the upcoming election race, suggesting that his influence will persist in a different capacity.
Nova:
Vučić begins campaign as an 'ordinary citizen' after leaving presidential post
President Vučić, no longer holding the presidential office, has started his campaign, and the public is anticipating his actions as an 'ordinary citizen' until the parliamentary elections.
Insajder:
Mercy as a Pre-election Tool: Why Vučić's Pardons and Amnesties Drew Criticism
Aleksandar Vučić's pardons and amnesties have sparked criticism from those affected, raising questions about their use as a pre-election tactic.
Nova:
Who is on Vučić's pardon list?
An inquiry into the individuals included on President Vučić's list for pardons, raising questions about the recipients and the process.
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Ana Brnabić, now serving as acting President after Aleksandar Vučić's resignation, is constitutionally obligated to call presidential elections today. Discussions are underway regarding the potential dates for these elections, emphasizing the need to adhere to constitutional frameworks.
Vreme:
Country in Acting Status: What Can Serbia Do When Ana Brnabić is Interim Head…
The article questions Serbia's governmental capacity and potential actions while key leadership positions, including the Prime Minister, are held in an interim capacity, citing constitutional norms.
N1:
Brnabić Must Call Presidential Elections Today: Marinković Points Out…
According to Marinković, Prime Minister Brnabić is obligated to call presidential elections today, and he indicates the possible dates if the Constitution is respected.
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A Partizan fan, Nikola Jovanović, was severely beaten outside Belgrade Arena following a Euroleague match. The attack was reportedly carried out by a group associated with Ratko Mladić supporters, allegedly in response to Jovanović's social media posts, resulting in serious injuries including the loss of his spleen.
Vreme:
Partizan Fan Beaten Up by "Ratko Mladić Supporters" Left Without a Spleen
A Partizan fan, Nikola Jovanović, was severely beaten outside Belgrade Arena after a Euroleague match by a group reportedly associated with Ratko Mladić supporters, allegedly due to his Twitter posts.
Nova:
Partizan fan severely beaten after Euroleague game for posts about Ratko Mladić
A Partizan fan was seriously injured in an ambush after a Euroleague game in Belgrade, reportedly due to his social media posts concerning Ratko Mladić.
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Members of the Serbian diaspora are calling for the establishment of voting facilities in Jakarta, citing numerous logistical challenges and expressing their readiness to travel significant distances to exercise their right to vote in the upcoming elections.
N1:
Diaspora Demands Voting Rights in Jakarta Amidst Numerous Issues, Appeals to…
Serbian diaspora members are requesting to be allowed to vote in Jakarta, highlighting numerous problems and appealing to the Republic Electoral Commission (RIK) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), stating their readiness to travel thousands of kilometers.
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The Higher Public Prosecutor's Office has confirmed the return of vehicles previously donated by the US Embassy, suggesting an unspecified issue or disagreement regarding the donation.
Danas:
Prosecutor's Office to Danas: We returned cars donated by the US Embassy
The Higher Public Prosecutor's Office has confirmed to Danas that vehicles donated by the US Embassy have been returned, indicating a potential issue with the donation.
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Employees of Radio Television of Serbia (RTS) have expressed concern over an 86-minute news program, of which 63 minutes were dedicated to praising the outgoing president, raising questions about media impartiality.
Nova:
RTS workers react to record-long news program praising outgoing president
Employees of Radio Television of Serbia (RTS) have voiced concerns about a recent news broadcast that lasted 86 minutes, with 63 minutes dedicated to praising the outgoing president.
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A member of the Regulatory Body for Electronic Media (REM) has alleged a sudden change in the decision-making process regarding the monitoring of the 'Informer' publication, with four members reportedly altering their votes, implying external influence on the regulatory body.
Nova:
REM member on the turnaround regarding Informer's monitoring: 'We all agreed…
A member of the Regulatory Body for Electronic Media (REM) claims that the decision on monitoring the 'Informer' publication changed unexpectedly, with four members altering their votes.
Nova:
'They changed their minds overnight': Šabić responds to accusations from REM…
Milan Šabić responded to claims made by a REM member about a sudden change in opinion regarding the monitoring of the 'Informer' publication, implying external influence.
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A group of ballet dancers from the Serbian National Theatre is demanding an investigation into the qualifications of Aja Jung, who leads the ballet, and seeking legal protection against her alleged mobbing, particularly targeting older dancers.
Vreme:
Serbian National Ballet Dancers: We Suffer Mobbing by Aja Jung, Especially…
A group of ballet dancers from the Serbian National Theatre is demanding an investigation into Aja Jung's qualifications to lead the ballet and seeking legal protection against her alleged mobbing, particularly targeting older dancers.
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During the Veljko Belivuk trial, a dispute erupted concerning a Sky app message, leading the defense to request the recusal of the prosecutor, who claims his statements were misattributed.
Insajder:
Sky Message Causes Dispute in Belivuk Trial: Defense Seeks Recusal of Prosecutor
A dispute arose during the Veljko Belivuk trial over a Sky app message, with the defense requesting the prosecutor's recusal, who in turn claims his words were misattributed.
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