**Serbian President Vows to Crack Down on Student Protests**
In a stern warning, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has said that the state will respond to student blockades when it can no longer tolerate them. Vucic described the protests as acts of violence and “pure thuggery,” calling on people to recognize this and increasingly condemn it.
**A State of Tension**
The student protests began last November, following a tragic accident at the Novi Sad train station that killed 16 people. Since then, the country has been gripped by a wave of demonstrations and blockades. Vucic has claimed that these protests have “destroyed the country” over the past six months.
**No Concessions**
Despite some students and opposition groups floating the idea of snap elections, Vucic has stressed that no one has formally requested them. He also noted that the students haven’t made any specific demands of him, as he’s “not the relevant authority” for their demands. This has led to accusations from critics that Vucic is dismissive and out of touch with the concerns of young people.
**A Free Man**
In a bold move, Vucic has vowed to visit all 17 cities where local communities have declared him persona non grata. This comes after a retired professor from the University of Belgrade, Vladeta Jankovic, remarked that Vucic’s popularity has “plummeted dramatically” since the student protests began.
**Global Stage**
The next two weeks will be critical for Serbia on the global stage, as Vucic prepares to meet with key politicians from several countries. This includes a potential meeting with US President Donald Trump, as well as European leaders and a trip to Moscow. With tensions running high at home, it remains to be seen how these international developments will play out.
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