Belgrade in rapture as Serbian students topple Vucic in historic election
Summary
Students in Serbia celebrated a historic election victory in Belgrade after long-time ruler Aleksandar Vucic conceded defeat to a student-backed list of candidates. The result caps a two-year protest movement against corruption and marks a major political shift in the Balkan country.
Key Points
- Aleksandar Vucic conceded defeat to a student-backed list of candidates in parliamentary elections.
- The win followed a two-year peaceful protest movement against corruption and Vucic’s rule.
- Belgrade erupted in celebration as students and supporters gathered after the result.
- The victory is seen as a major political shift in Serbia and a sign of youth political power.
