Serbian Student Protests

Austrian Chancellor Stocker's Visit to Serbia Overshadowed by Escalating Protests

Escalating protests in Serbia overshadowed the official visit of Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker to Belgrade. While Stocker emphasized the close relationship between the countries and reaffirmed Serbia's prospects for EU accession, violent clashes broke out in several cities between opponents of the government, supporters of President Aleksandar Vučić, and the police, stemming from months of student protests. Stocker called for the rule of law and media independence.

August 14, 2025
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