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Belgrade Local Elections Called Amid Pressure Allegations

President Aleksandar Vučić has called for early elections in the center of Belgrade, a move that comes amidst new revelations of alleged severe pressure from the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) on state employees to secure votes. These allegations include threats of dismissal and reassignment for those who do not guarantee electoral support.

Meanwhile, public scrutiny is intensifying over the EXPO 2027 project, with citizens expressing skepticism about its transparency and future benefits. This concern is coupled with a recent report indicating a decline in Serbian students' performance on the 2025 PISA tests, falling below the OECD average in key subjects.

In other developments, the prosecution has provided an update on the investigation into a 'sound incident' that occurred 18 months ago during a large protest in Belgrade. On a positive note, a young tennis player from Belgrade achieved an incredible feat by winning the US Open junior championship.

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Belgrade Local Elections Called Amid Pressure Claims

President Aleksandar Vučić has called early elections for the center of Belgrade. Concurrently, new revelations allege severe pressure from the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) on employees of the Republic Geodetic Authority (RGZ), including threats of dismissal and reassignment, to secure votes. Opposition leader Dragan Đilas, President of the Party of Freedom and Justice, sarcastically congratulated President Vučić and Vojislav Šešelj, President of the Serbian Radical Party, on what he…

Student Election List Nears Submission Deadline

The "Student List" is actively collecting signatures across Serbia, with reports of significant public turnout in various locations, including Niš. Dramaturg Željko Hubač, a candidate, announced that the submission of the student election list to the Republic Electoral Commission (RIK) is expected on Monday. The list is said to comprise professionally accomplished individuals, including university professors. Separately, the 'European Serbia' coalition garnered significant support in…

Skepticism Rises Over EXPO 2027, Protest Probe Updated

Public skepticism is growing regarding the transparency and costs associated with the EXPO 2027 project, with an article questioning why citizens are distrustful and who is accountable for this perception. Separately, the prosecution has provided an update on the investigation into a "sound incident" that occurred 18 months ago during a large protest in Belgrade.

PISA Results Highlight Education System's Challenges

Fifteen-year-old students in Serbia achieved weaker results on the 2025 PISA testing cycle compared to the previous one, falling below the OECD average in mathematics, reading literacy, and natural sciences. This raises significant concerns about the educational system's effectiveness in preparing students for the future.

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