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Serbian authorities have detained a group linked to incidents in France and Germany, including pig head deposits near mosques and vandalism targeting Jewish sites. The suspects, trained in Serbia, are believed to act on instructions from an unidentified foreign intelligence agency. The incidents aim to incite hatred and unrest across Europe.
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Serbia's reliance on Russian energy is under threat after US sanctions on NIS, the country's main oil and gas company, cut off vital revenue and supplies. President Vučić warns of severe economic and political consequences amid ongoing tensions with Western sanctions and Russian interests.
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Former Serbian military leader Pavkovic, aged 79, died in Belgrade less than a month after being released from Finnish prison where he served 22 years for atrocities during the 1998-99 Kosovo conflict. He commanded Yugoslav forces during the crackdown on ethnic Albanians, with over 13,000 deaths. Despite his conviction, he was regarded as a hero in Serbia.
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A fire at a protest tent outside Serbia's parliament, set up as a human shield, was followed by gunfire injuring one person. President Vucic called it a terrorist attack with political motives amid ongoing protests against his government.
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Tens of thousands gathered in Novi Sad to mark one year since a railway station canopy collapse that killed 16 people. The event has intensified anti-government protests demanding accountability and early elections. Authorities remain tense amid ongoing demonstrations and police crackdowns.
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Serbia's government has given Russian-owned NIS 50 days to sell its stake or face nationalization, as US sanctions threaten oil supplies. Bulgaria's largest refinery also faces shutdown risks due to sanctions on Russian companies, prompting government intervention and negotiations with potential buyers. The situation highlights regional energy security concerns.
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Protests in Belgrade oppose plans to demolish a NATO-bombed military complex for a Kushner-backed hotel project. The government has pushed legislation to proceed despite legal and heritage concerns, amid ongoing anti-corruption protests and regional sensitivities.
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A week after protests erupted over plans to redevelop a historic site linked to NATO bombing, Serbian demonstrators continue to oppose the government’s plans. They aim to preserve cultural heritage amid broader anti-government unrest, with protests focusing on a Kushner-linked project and accusations of corruption.