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Croatian Manager's Legal Win Reveals Rising Discrimination in Serbia

4/23/2025

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Croatian manager Nikola Francetic, a Belgrade resident for seven years, was on the brink of expulsion after being labeled a security threat. His work permit was revoked, but a successful legal appeal granted him temporary reprieve. This troubling incident highlights a growing trend of discrimination against Croatians in Serbia, stirring fears of political bias and societal rifts.

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Croatian manager Nikola Francetic, a Belgrade resident for seven years, was on the brink of expulsion after being labeled a security threat. His work permit was revoked, but a successful legal appeal granted him temporary reprieve. This troubling incident highlights a growing trend of discrimination against Croatians in Serbia, stirring fears of political bias and societal rifts.