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Desperate Father Self-Immolates at Protest HQ in Novi Sad

7/2/2025

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Summary

Story summary

In a desperate act, Milomir Jacimovic set himself on fire outside the SNS headquarters in Novi Sad, following the arrest of his son for distributing protest flyers. Jacimovic, a dedicated supporter of student protests, had endured harassment and vandalism. Police had to forcibly rescue him from his vehicle, as a rally was set to unfold later that day.

History

Historical Context

Thích Quang Duc's self-immolation on June 11, 1963, in Saigon protested the South Vietnamese government's repression of Buddhists, drawing international attention and leading to political changes. Similarly, Milomir Jacimovic's recent self-immolation outside the SNS headquarters in Novi Sad reflects ongoing frustrations with government actions against dissent, highlighting how such acts can catalyze public discourse and scrutiny of human rights practices.

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Story summary

In a desperate act, Milomir Jacimovic set himself on fire outside the SNS headquarters in Novi Sad, following the arrest of his son for distributing protest flyers. Jacimovic, a dedicated supporter of student protests, had endured harassment and vandalism. Police had to forcibly rescue him from his vehicle, as a rally was set to unfold later that day.

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