Protest Against Serbian Leader Draws Over 100,000 in Biggest Crowd Yet
Over 100,000 people took to the streets of Belgrade, Serbia on Saturday to protest against the country’s leader, President Aleksandar Vucic. It was the biggest crowd yet in a series of protests that have been ongoing for months.
The protesters gathered in front of the Serbian parliament building, holding signs and chanting slogans against Vucic and his government. They accused the president of corruption, authoritarianism, and stifling freedom of speech. Many also expressed anger over the government’s handling of the economy and the country’s foreign policy.
The protest was organized by a group called “Alliance for Serbia,” which is made up of a coalition of opposition parties, civil society organizations, and student groups. The alliance called for the resignation of Vucic and his government, and for free and fair elections to be held.
The protest was largely peaceful, with no reports of violence or clashes with the police. However, there were some tense moments as protesters tried to break through police barriers and enter the parliament building. The police responded by using tear gas and water cannons to disperse the crowd.
Vucic has dismissed the protests as being orchestrated by his political opponents and foreign powers. He has accused the protesters of trying to destabilize the country and undermine its progress. However, the size and intensity of the protests suggest that there is a growing discontent among the Serbian population.
The protesters are demanding a more democratic and transparent government, as well as an end to corruption and cronyism. They also want the media to be free from government control and for the rule of law to be upheld.
The protest on Saturday was a show of strength and unity among the opposition forces in Serbia. It showed that there is a significant portion of the population that is unhappy with the current government and is willing to take to the streets to demand change.
As the protests continue, it remains to be seen whether the government will listen to the demands of the people or if it will continue to crack down on dissent. One thing is clear, however – the people of Serbia are determined to fight for their rights and for a better future for their country.