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Today marks the commencement of a one-time 6,000 dinar aid payment to citizens, a significant economic measure aimed at providing financial relief. This comes as the election campaign intensifies, notably with the launch of a new student-led election list and a controversial campaign video from FDU students that prompted a strong response from President of the National Assembly Ana Brnabić, who interpreted it as a call for the arrest and silencing of President Aleksandar Vučić.

In other key developments, the War Crimes Prosecutor is reportedly facing questioning regarding the alleged misuse of a service card for personal expenses. The political landscape is also seeing new challenges, including a call for Minister of Health Zlatibor Lončar to engage in a televised debate on healthcare policy.

Analysts are weighing in on the upcoming elections, with some suggesting that high voter mobilization could limit the ruling Serbian Progressive Party's ability to maintain power. Concerns over election integrity persist, with a guide issued for citizens to check for potential misuse of their signatures for election lists.

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6,000 Dinar Aid Payment Commences

The disbursement of a one-time aid payment of 6,000 dinars to citizens has begun today, with details provided on the payment schedule and who will receive the funds first.

Student Election Campaign Intensifies with Controversial FDU Spot

A new student campaign for an election list has launched with a festive procession, while a controversial campaign video created by FDU students has escalated political tensions. President of the National Assembly Ana Brnabić stated she recognized the spot as a call for the arrest and silencing of President Aleksandar Vučić, leading to an emergency press conference.

War Crimes Prosecutor Questioned Over Service Card Misuse

The War Crimes Prosecutor is reportedly being questioned by the JTOK due to suspicions that her service card was used for personal purchases, including perfumes, food, and hotel rooms.

Nova War Crimes Prosecutor Questioned Over Service Card Use ↗

Healthcare Debate Challenge Issued to Minister Lončar

Dr. Delić has publicly challenged Minister of Health Zlatibor Lončar to a televised debate concerning the current state of Serbia's healthcare system and the necessity for a new healthcare policy.

Analyst Predicts Tight Race for Ruling Party

Analyst Bursać suggests that a high voter mobilization on election day will significantly narrow the Serbian Progressive Party's (SNS) ability to retain power, indicating a potential shift in the political landscape.

N1 Bursać: High mobilization on election day narrows SNS's room to stay in power ↗

Brnabić Addresses Child Violence Amid Political Support

President of the National Assembly Ana Brnabić has addressed a sensitive social and political issue in an interview, responding to questions about whether she reported a case of a child experiencing violence due to the mother's support for President Vučić.

Danas Brnabić Responds on Case of Boy Facing Violence Due to Mother's Support for… ↗

Concerns Raised Over Privatization of National Assets

In an interview, Mile Kekin expressed concerns about the increasing problem of privatization and the potential sell-off of national assets, including property, water, and land.

Danas INTERVIEW Mile Kekin: The increasing problem is the sell-off of all our… ↗

Warning Issued on Potential EXPO 2027 Cancellation

The Belgrade Initiative for Europe (BIE) has warned that canceling the EXPO 2027 bid after the upcoming elections could lead to severe repercussions for Serbia.

N1 BIE for Forbes Serbia: If EXPO is canceled after elections, Serbia will face… ↗

Citizens Advised to Check for Misused Election Signatures

A guide has been published advising citizens on how to verify if their signatures have been misused to support an election list, addressing concerns about election integrity.

Nova Check if Your Signature Has Been Misused for Election Lists ↗

Ten Cars Destroyed in New Belgrade Fire

Ten cars were destroyed in a fire in New Belgrade, with no information currently available from the prosecution regarding the ongoing investigation into the incident.

Insajder Ten Cars Burned in New Belgrade, No Investigation Update from Prosecution ↗