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Serbia: War criminal's burial, spyware confirmed — FrontPages.eu, September 07, 2026

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The funeral of convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić was held today in Belgrade, drawing thousands of attendees and sparking strong reactions both domestically and internationally. Serbian official Zoran Biševac denounced the honors as the "most shameful days" in recent history, while US Senators urged the governments of Serbia and Republika Srpska to distance themselves from the event. Meanwhile, new revelations have emerged regarding widespread spyware attacks, with Citizen Lab confirming sophisticated phone attacks on Serbian students. Reports detail the extensive capabilities of these spyware programs, which can access all phone data, track location, and record screens, highlighting a significant escalation in surveillance concerns. In other news, the government has officially opened the application process for a 6,000 dinar financial payout to citizens, providing timely information on how to apply for the state aid. This comes amidst ongoing political campaigning and an analysis showing President Aleksandar Vučić's continued dominance in media coverage.

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The funeral of convicted war criminal Ratko Mladić took place in Belgrade today, drawing thousands of attendees. Serbian official Zoran Biševac criticized the honors as a shameful period, and US Senators called on the governments of Serbia and Republika Srpska to disassociate themselves from the event.

Vreme: Living Hostages of a Dead General

This article analyzes how Ratko Mladić's individual guilt was transformed into a supposed defense of an entire nation, and why Serbia struggles to move past this burden. It argues that individualizing guilt offered Serbia a path to resolution, but political and media elites chose to obscure this…

N1: Biševac on honors for Mladić: "Most shameful days in Serbia's recent history"

Serbian official Zoran Biševac stated that the honors for Ratko Mladić represent the "most shameful days in Serbia's recent history."

Vreme: Ratko Mladić's Funeral: Aleksandar Vulin and "300 Priests"

Ratko Mladić, a convicted war criminal, was buried with full military honors at the Topčider cemetery in Belgrade, officiated by Patriarch Porfirije. Thousands of people gathered outside the church early in the morning.

N1: US Senators: Serbian and Republika Srpska governments should refrain from…

American senators have urged the governments of Serbia and Republika Srpska to distance themselves from the funeral of Ratko Mladić.

Danas: Thousands gathered outside church for Ratko Mladić's coffin

A large number of citizens gathered outside a church in Vidikovac where the coffin of Ratko Mladić was displayed.

N1: (BLOG) Ratko Mladić's Funeral: Citizens waiting in line outside the church

A live blog details the funeral of Ratko Mladić, with citizens forming a queue outside the church where his coffin is displayed.

Insajder: Gathering Ahead of Funeral for Convicted Genocide Perpetrator Ratko Mladić

A gathering took place in front of a church in Topčider ahead of the funeral for Ratko Mladić, who was convicted of genocide.

Citizen Lab has officially confirmed that sophisticated spyware was installed on the phones of Serbian students. Reports detail the extensive capabilities of these programs, including access to all phone data, location tracking, and screen recording, with authorities dismissing the claims.

Insajder: Citizen Lab Confirms Phone Attack on Serbian Students

Citizen Lab has confirmed suspicions that students in Serbia had sophisticated spyware installed on their phones, with authorities dismissing the claims. The investigation into the alleged Pegasus attack is ongoing.

Nova: Spyware Has Access to All Phone Data, Can Track Location, Record Screen, and…

The director of the SHARE Foundation explains to Nova.rs how spyware affects students, detailing its capabilities including accessing all phone data, tracking location, recording the screen, and activating the microphone and camera.

Nova: Pegasus is Not the Only One: These Spyware Programs Have Been Detected on the…

This report details various spyware programs, beyond Pegasus, that have been identified on the mobile devices of citizens, activists, and journalists within Serbia.

The application process for the government's 6,000 dinar financial aid payment has officially begun today. Citizens can now apply for the state support, with detailed instructions on the procedure and eligibility being widely published.

Danas: Application for 6,000 dinars payment begins: How to apply?

Information on how citizens can apply for the 6,000 dinar payment has been released, with the application process now open.

Vreme: How and When to Apply for 6,000 Dinars of State Aid

This article provides guidance on the application process for a 6,000 dinar state financial aid, detailing the conditions to be met and the procedure for its disbursement through 'Poštanska štedionica' bank.

Nova: Application for 6,000 Dinar Payout Starts Today: Here's How to Apply

The article provides instructions on how citizens can apply for the 6,000 dinar payout, with the application process beginning on the day of publication.

As the campaign nears its conclusion, a new political challenge has emerged for President Aleksandar Vučić concerning a potential visit by Ursula von der Leyen after his reported resignation. An analysis also highlighted his significant media presence, dominating television coverage for a substantial period.

Nova: Another Problem Opens for Vučić in Campaign's Final Stretch: What If Ursula…

The article discusses a potential political complication for Vučić in the lead-up to elections, questioning the implications of Ursula von der Leyen visiting Belgrade following his resignation.

Danas: From January to July, Vučić was most represented on all TVs - almost 38 hours…

An analysis of media appearances shows that President Vučić dominated television coverage between January and July, with a significant amount of airtime on B92.

A recent Forbes report indicates that Serbia lags economically behind Bulgaria and Romania, yet its food prices are comparable to those in Western Europe, raising questions about the factors contributing to these high costs.

N1: Serbia poorer than Bulgaria and Romania, yet food costs almost as much as in…

A Forbes report indicates Serbia is economically lagging behind Bulgaria and Romania, while food prices are comparable to Western Europe, questioning the factors behind high costs.

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