Press freedom in Serbia faces a significant crisis as independent media outlets contend with increased attacks, harassment, and government pressures, especially from President Vucic's administration. A group of senior editors from United Media highlighted these issues in an open letter amid unprecedented protests against the government. They assert that instead of addressing public concerns, the government is spreading disinformation, labeling independent media as enemies. This situation reflects a troubling trend noted by Reporters Without Borders, warning that media pressure hasn't been this severe since the 1990s, urging EU intervention for greater accountability.
The government is stepping up its attack on independent journalism, especially targeting outlets within United Media, as the political crisis worsens and public frustration grows.
Reporters Without Borders has said the pressure exerted on the media in Serbia has reached levels not seen since the 1990s.
Instead of addressing real public issues, the government creates false stories that paint independent media as foreign agents and enemies of the state.
The mass gathering in Belgrade marked the culmination of four months of protests against the government after the deadly collapse of a concrete train station canopy.
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