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Serbia Erupts in Protests: Calls for Vucic's Resignation

8/15/2025

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Clashes occurred in Serbia between supporters and opponents of President Aleksandar Vucic during ongoing protests.
Violence started in Vrbas, resulting in dozens of injuries, including 16 police officers.
Student-led protests, initiated by a train station collapse, call for early elections and the Interior Minister's resignation.
Vucic is accused of compromising democratic freedoms while pursuing EU membership.

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Story summary

Clashes occurred in Serbia between supporters and opponents of President Aleksandar Vucic during ongoing protests.
Violence started in Vrbas, resulting in dozens of injuries, including 16 police officers.
Student-led protests, initiated by a train station collapse, call for early elections and the Interior Minister's resignation.
Vucic is accused of compromising democratic freedoms while pursuing EU membership.