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Students Ignite National Protests for Justice in Serbia

5/15/2025

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Students Demand Justice

In Serbia, a powerful student-led movement has ignited in the wake of the devastating Novi Sad station collapse, demanding justice and accountability. Protests have surged across the nation, uniting various groups against deep-rooted corruption. As the political climate evolves, students are rallying for early elections, striving to reclaim their voice and usher in a new era of democratic change.

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Activist Hunger Strike

In Serbia, six activists from Novi Sad are facing a grim fate as their detention has been extended for an additional 30 days. Accused of plotting to disrupt the constitutional order through wiretapped conversations, tensions rise as the Movement of Free Citizens organizes a protest. In a desperate act, activist Marija Vasic has initiated a hunger strike, amplifying the urgency of their plight.

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Students Demand Justice

In Serbia, a powerful student-led movement has ignited in the wake of the devastating Novi Sad station collapse, demanding justice and accountability. Protests have surged across the nation, uniting various groups against deep-rooted corruption. As the political climate evolves, students are rallying for early elections, striving to reclaim their voice and usher in a new era of democratic change.

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