Serbia Sees Huge Student Led Rally Ahead of Parliamentary Election

BELGRADE: Around 150,000 protesters gathered in Belgrade in a student led demonstration against Serbian leader Aleksandar Vucic, just days before parliamentary elections that could decide whether his ruling party keeps control.

The student movement has put forward 250 candidates for Sunday’s vote, marking a significant challenge to the government. Protesters at Thursday’s rally accused the authorities of corruption and demanded change.

The demonstration is the latest in a wave of student activism that has grown steadily across the country. Participants said they wanted an end to a political system they described as unaccountable and repressive.

The election is being closely watched across the region, with the outcome likely to shape Serbia’s political direction for years. Observers note that the student movement has broadened its appeal beyond university campuses, drawing support from a wide cross section of society.