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Protests Erupt in Belgrade After Driver Hits Student

1/19/2025

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A driver struck a young woman during a protest in Belgrade, Serbia, intensifying student demonstrations against President Aleksandar Vucic's government. This unrest, ignited by a tragic concrete canopy collapse, has students rallying for justice and vital reforms. As the protests swell, the driver now faces attempted murder charges, highlighting the escalating tensions.

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A driver struck a young woman during a protest in Belgrade, Serbia, intensifying student demonstrations against President Aleksandar Vucic's government. This unrest, ignited by a tragic concrete canopy collapse, has students rallying for justice and vital reforms. As the protests swell, the driver now faces attempted murder charges, highlighting the escalating tensions.