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Serbia Protests Erupt Over Train Tragedy and Corruption

2/10/2025

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Serbia is ablaze with protests as citizens and students rally against President Aleksandar Vucic, demanding justice for the tragic train station collapse that claimed 15 lives. Amidst a backdrop of economic growth, his administration grapples with corruption claims. Demonstrators are uniting for transparency and better education funding, while Vucic controversially ties dissent to separatist sentiments in Vojvodina.

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Story summary

Serbia is ablaze with protests as citizens and students rally against President Aleksandar Vucic, demanding justice for the tragic train station collapse that claimed 15 lives. Amidst a backdrop of economic growth, his administration grapples with corruption claims. Demonstrators are uniting for transparency and better education funding, while Vucic controversially ties dissent to separatist sentiments in Vojvodina.