Milos Vucevic, the Serbian Prime Minister, resigned, reflecting the political impact of prolonged student and civic protests that have escalated since November 2024 after a deadly railway station collapse. The protests, ignited by concerns over corruption, were exacerbated by a violent confrontation between students advocating for accountability and assailants reportedly linked to the ruling party. Vucevic's resignation aims to prevent societal unrest, highlighting a commitment to responsibility amidst increasing public discontent. Accompanying resignations within the ruling Serbian Progressive Party indicate a significant shift in the political landscape, especially as protesters call for transparency and justice in the wake of the disaster.
Vucevic stated, 'This shows that we who were elected to assume responsibility are assuming responsibility so that the situation does not spill over onto the streets and lead to disputes between citizens and divisions in society.'
Students were brutally beaten during a protest in Novi Sad, prompting outrage and further calls for accountability from the government, especially regarding corruption linked to the railway station tragedy.
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