""What happens when someone tries to document vote-buying or stop illegal activities? Batons come into play," said Rasa Nedeljkov, highlighting the violent response to election monitoring."
"Reports indicated widespread cases of compromised ballot secrecy, organized transportation of voters, and systematic tracking of turnout, suggesting coordinated efforts to manipulate the election."
Serbia's president Aleksandar Vucic announced a clean sweep victory for the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) in local elections across 10 municipalities. Despite the official results, the elections were marred by significant irregularities, including vote-buying, voter intimidation, and misuse of state resources. Observers noted a troubling escalation in violence, with reports of armed groups intimidating citizens. The ruling party's dominance in media and public resources blurred the lines between state and party, raising concerns about the integrity of the electoral process.
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