Serbia's Big Stand: Students Lead Massive March for Justice

Belgrade, SerbiaSat Mar 15 2025
Belgrade's streets were packed with thousands of people. This wasn't a typical weekend crowd. It was a massive protest, one of the largest in recent history. People from all walks of life—farmers, bikers, military veterans, and students—came together. They were all united by one thing: anger. Anger over a deadly accident in Novi Sad. The accident happened in November. A canopy at the train station collapsed, killing 15 people. The station had been recently renovated, and many believe the government is hiding something. The protesters want answers. They want accountability. The government has been struggling to control the situation. They've been trying to calm the public for months. But the protesters aren't backing down. They're demanding transparency and justice. They want to know why the canopy fell and who's responsible. The government has been accused of corruption and mismanagement. The protesters believe the government is hiding key documents related to the renovation. They also believe the government is involved in other shady dealings, like nepotism and mismanaging natural resources. The protest started on Saturday. But people began arriving in Belgrade on Friday. The government had warned of possible violence. They even threatened to arrest troublemakers. But the protesters weren't deterred. They stood their ground. The protest was a culmination of months of frustration. It was a call for change. The protesters want a government that's honest and transparent. They want a government that puts the people first. The protest was a big deal. It was a show of strength and unity. It was a message to the government: the people won't be silenced. They want justice, and they're willing to fight for it.
https://localnews.ai/article/serbias-big-stand-students-lead-massive-march-for-justice-b85d7e90

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    How have the allegations of corruption and nepotism impacted public trust in the Serbian government, and what steps are being taken to address these issues?
    If the government is so determined to show the strength of the state, why are they so worried about a bunch of students, farmers, and bikers?
    How effective are the government's measures to ensure public safety and prevent violence during the protests, and what alternative approaches could be considered?

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