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Student protests force resignation of Serbian President

Published : Monday, 28 September, 2026 at 11:47 AM

Observer Online Report

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Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic resigned on Sunday (September 27) following over a year of student-led protests and mounting public anger over alleged corruption and government irregularities.

Speaking to supporters outside the presidential residence in Belgrade, Vucic maintained that he preserved peace and stability throughout his nine years in power.

Barred constitutionally from seeking a third presidential term, Vucic plans to run for prime minister under his ruling Progressive Party (SNS) in upcoming parliamentary elections scheduled for October 25.

Widespread public dissatisfaction intensified following the 2024 Novi Sad railway station roof collapse that killed 16 people, prompting students, teachers, workers, and farmers to join nationwide demonstrations.

Despite prior resignations of key officials and police deployments, anti-government protests continued, with activists demanding Vucic's exit and fresh presidential polls.

Parliament Speaker Ana Brnabic will serve as interim president until early presidential elections are held within three months of the resignation, as mandated by the constitution.

Prior to stepping down, Vucic exercised presidential pardons for 49 individuals, including 23 students and party loyalists, state media reported.

The ruling party faces competition in the October elections from the student-led anti-corruption group "Students Win" and the pro-Western opposition coalition "European Serbia."

-SA

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