**Academics Worldwide Stand with Students and Professors in Serbia**
A group of 210 professors from around the world, including Nobel Prize winners, have expressed their support for students and professors in Serbia. They are concerned about violent incidents during a student-led protest in Belgrade on March 15.
**Students Protested Peacefully**
The academics are upset because peaceful protesters were exposed to non-lethal weapons, causing injuries and distress. The protesters were demanding action after 15 people died in a tragic accident at a train station.
**Concerns about Sonic Disturbance**
The signatories of the appeal are worried about reports of a powerful sonic disturbance that caused panic among the crowd. They think this was an unlawful way to scare people and disrupt their right to peaceful assembly.
**Academics Stand Up for Rule of Law**
The academics say students have a right to demand rule of law and functional institutions in Serbia. They believe this is essential for preventing future tragedies and ensuring good governance.
**Support for the Rector**
The signatories also condemn the intimidation campaign against the rector of the University of Belgrade. They think it’s an attempt to silence critical voices within higher education and undermine academic autonomy.
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