In February, Serbian police raided the offices of several civil society organizations, including the Center for Research, Transparency and Accountability, where Milijana Rogač works. The raid was linked to allegations of corrupt activities involving USAID and was prompted by statements from U.S. officials. Staff were detained for over 24 hours while police searched for evidence. This operation reflects a broader trend of increasing pressure on independent media in Serbia, exacerbated by budget cuts and fraud claims against USAID, which have raised concerns over the future of democratic practices and accountability in the region.
The raid at the Center for Research, Transparency and Accountability highlights the increasing scrutiny of civil society organizations in Serbia, reflecting broader tensions surrounding USAID and its alleged corruption.
With USAID facing budget cuts and accusations of fraud from the Trump administration, organizations like Istinomer are at risk, illustrating the dire conditions for independent media in Serbia.
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