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Vucic Rallies Thousands in Belgrade, Launches New Political Movement

Amid escalating anti-corruption protests, Serbia's president mobilizes supporters, intensifies crackdown on dissent, and accuses foreign actors of interference.

Supporters of the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) attend a pro-government rally backing President Aleksandar Vucic’s policies and opposing months of student-led protests, in Belgrade, Serbia, April 12, 2025. REUTERS/Djordje Kojadinovic
Tractors are parked in front of the Serbian parliament building ahead of a big counter-opposition protest rally planned to be staged over the weekend in downtown Belgrade, Serbia, Friday, April 11, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Vojinovic)
Temporary toilets are installed at street in front of main post office building ahead of a big counter-opposition protest rally planned to stage over the weekend in downtown Belgrade, Serbia, Friday, April 11, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Vojinovic)
Tractors are parked in front of Serbian parliament building ahead of a big counter-opposition protest rally planned to stage over the weekend in downtown Belgrade, Serbia, Friday, April 11, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Vojinovic)

Overview

  • President Aleksandar Vucic addressed thousands at a pro-government rally in Belgrade, announcing the launch of a new political movement to consolidate his power.
  • The rally, seen as a response to months of massive student-led anti-corruption protests, featured supporters bused in from Serbia, Kosovo, and Bosnia.
  • Vucic reiterated claims that foreign intelligence agencies are behind the protests, branding student activists as 'terrorists' and threatening legal action against dissenters.
  • Authorities implemented heavy security measures, including barricades and sealed-off areas, to protect government offices and manage counter-demonstrations.
  • Protesting students held parallel rallies in Novi Pazar and other cities, condemning government corruption and police interventions against peaceful demonstrations.