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Behind the scenes as Serbian students celebrate victory for independent media

At 11:52 a.m., a 16-minute silence will be held in memory of those killed in Novi Sad. The white placard in the middle reads "Technical students against the machinery." A pun that alludes to the political machinery.

Of: Isabel Odelfelt

In November 2024, the roof of the newly renovated train station in Novi will collapse Sad, Serbia's second largest city. 16 people lose their lives. SThe anger and frustration over the country's widespread corruption should spur Serbia's students to to organize oneself. Using blockades, they are trying to force change. Development magazine's Isabel Odelfelt has met the students which has been blocked for two weeks the state media house in Belgrade.   

June 4, 2025, Reportage

As Serbia Walks a Geopolitical Tightrope – Student Protests Gain EU Backing

The emphasis on peaceful protest is reflected in signs held up by protesters in Belgrade. The blue on the left reading "Freedom or nothing" and the heart on the right "Our struggle is gentle". Image: Civil Rights Defenders

Of: Milos Stankovic

As Serbia's EU aspirations face mounting challenges, students and Brussels speak with one voice. While President Vučić courts Moscow, Serbia's youth rally for rule of law, democracy, and justice. From mass protests to relay marathons, their movement echoes EU demands — just as Brussels warns that future accession hinges on reform, not rhetoric, writes Milos Stanovic, Program Officer at Civil Rights Defenders, Belgrade Office.

June 3, 2025, Guest analysis