Nationwide Protests Erupt in Serbia Following Deadly Train Station Collapse

In Serbia, a wave of protests has erupted in response to the tragic collapse of a train station roof in Novi Sad, which claimed 16 lives. This disaster has ignited fierce anti-government sentiment, particularly among students who demand accountability and transparency.

The protests have grown to include tens of thousands of participants who commemorate the victims while voicing their discontent with President Aleksandar Vučić’s administration. Critics accuse the government of corruption, nepotism, and mishandling the aftermath of the tragedy.

Demonstrators have organized marches, some traveling hundreds of kilometers to join the movement, calling for early elections and a commitment to the rule of law. As the protests gain international attention, the European Union has recognized the demonstrators' aspirations for a more democratic and accountable government.

Amidst this unrest, the government has responded with police force and threats of repression, but the determination of the protesters signals a significant demand for change in Serbia's political landscape.