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The front page of Vreme features interviews on art and leadership, alongside news on international protests in France and Ukraine. Domestic political coverage focuses on upcoming elections in 2026, including analysis of campaign strategies, scrutiny of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' spending on…
Marijana Cvetković states that removing the legacy of the current government, which includes nationalism and clientelism that have polluted culture and institutions, will be the hardest task, advocating for a culture of community, mutual responsibility, and solidarity.
Vladimir Obradović, the new president of the IPMA foundation, believes that Serbia does not lack talented and educated people, and that 'knowing' should be prioritized over 'who you know'.
Around 550,000 people participated in protests across France, with significant clashes, building fires, and looting occurring in Paris and other cities, despite initial claims of peaceful gatherings.
Hundreds of citizens protested in front of the Kyiv City Administration demanding the resignation of Mayor Vitali Klitschko, citing issues with winter preparations, shelter availability, and city management.
The ruling party relies on fear, media control, and conflict with opponents, while a student movement attempts a different approach to political mobilization, questioning the effectiveness of old campaign models since 1990.
Tonino Picula stated that the European Commission's view of Vučić shifted after Ratko Mladić's funeral, and that Vučić faces significant uncertainty in the upcoming elections.
BIRN reports that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has allocated over 250,000 euros to groups from the diaspora that support the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS).
'Vreme' investigates the base of SNS bots, revealing how they operate and influence public opinion.
A discussion will focus on the upcoming elections.
Andrej Ivanji offers commentary on political discourse.
Commentary on a rally held in Novi Sad, analyzing its strategic implications.
