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Aleksandar Vučić

President of Serbia
Aleksandar Vučić is a Serbian politician, President of Serbia since 2017. He previously served as Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defense. Vučić is the leader of the Serbian Progressive Party and is known for his pragmatic policies, balancing between EU integration and maintaining traditional relations with Russia.
1996
Restored and successfully managed the "Pinki" business and sports center, increasing employee incomes
2008
Co-founded the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS)
2012
Appointed First Deputy Prime Minister, responsible for combating corruption and crime
2013
Contributed to the signing of the Brussels Agreement, which created a realistic basis for Serbian institutions in Kosovo
2014
Thanks to implemented economic reforms, the country was saved from bankruptcy
2015
Led the Serbian delegation at the opening of the first chapters in the EU accession process
2017
Elected President of Serbia, initiating an internal dialogue on Kosovo
2024
The country's gross domestic product has grown from 32 to almost 69 billion euros since 2012-2013
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Serbian Intelligence Services Warn Vučić of Dangers Regarding Trip to Montenegro for EU Leaders' Summit

Serbian intelligence services have warned Vučić of a security threat during the summit in Montenegro. The President plans to visit despite the activities of foreign intelligence agencies.

News of the World • June 4, 09:53 AM • 3767 views
Vučić announces possible resignation as President of Serbia and criticizes protests

Aleksandar Vučić announced a possible early resignation during a visit to China. He also called the anti-government protests in Belgrade pointless.

Politics • May 25, 03:15 AM • 5866 views
Large-scale anti-government protest sweeps Serbian capital despite Vučić's election announcementPhotoVideo

Over 34,000 people protested in Belgrade against the government and corruption. Amidst the rallies, President Vučić announced early elections for this fall.

News of the World • May 23, 07:37 PM • 5393 views
Vučić announces snap elections in Serbia in response to protests

President Aleksandar Vučić has announced that snap elections will be held in Serbia this fall. The decision was made against the backdrop of ongoing anti-government protests in the country.

News of the World • May 22, 06:39 AM • 3049 views
We are receiving signals that the opening of clusters for Ukraine in the negotiation process with the EU is approaching - Zelenskyy

Ukraine expects the opening of negotiation clusters with the EU and 90 billion euros in aid. The first tranches will arrive in the coming weeks after the conditions are met.

Economy • May 20, 05:05 PM • 5728 views
Ukraine counts on the resumption of negotiations on a free trade zone with Serbia - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy and Vučić discussed strengthening relations and the official's visit to Belgrade. Ukraine seeks to resume negotiations on a free trade zone.

Economy • May 20, 03:59 PM • 3141 views
Serbia stated that it had long had information about the possibility of sabotage on the gas pipeline to Hungary

The head of Serbian intelligence reported on the preparation of an explosion on the gas pipeline by a person from a group of migrants. The discovered explosives had US markings.

News of the World • April 5, 06:22 PM • 6022 views
Explosives and backpacks with detonators found near gas pipeline from Hungary in SerbiaPhoto

Serbian security forces conducted a large-scale operation near Kanjiža due to a threat of sabotage on the gas pipeline. Packages with explosives were found, and security at facilities has been strengthened.

News of the World • April 5, 10:04 AM • 6868 views
Vučić initiates talks amid protests in Serbia, opposition refuses

The President of Serbia proposed dialogue and early elections after the tragedy in Novi Sad. Opposition forces refused to meet and promised protests.

News of the World • April 2, 04:43 PM • 4400 views
World War III has been going on for a long time. I think it started in Ukraine - Budanov

The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, stated that World War III is already underway. In his opinion, the global conflict began in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • March 26, 07:28 PM • 7220 views
World War III may already be underway - Vučić

The President of Serbia warned of a global conflict due to raw material shortages. He does not rule out the use of tactical nuclear weapons in future clashes.

News of the World • March 21, 10:08 AM • 10633 views
Suspects detained in Serbia for plotting assassination of President Vučić

Serbian law enforcement agencies have detained two men on suspicion of plotting to assassinate President Aleksandar Vučić and his family. They are accused of conspiring to violently overthrow the constitutional order and attacking Interior Ministry employees.

Politics • February 24, 08:40 AM • 4985 views
Serbia plans to buy gas through the EU to reduce dependence on Russia

Serbia plans to purchase gas through the EU's joint procurement mechanism to reduce its dependence on Russia. The country aims to secure approximately 500 million cubic meters of fuel annually through the EU initiative.

Economy • February 4, 09:45 PM • 6223 views
Thousands protest in Belgrade against university repressionPhoto

A rally titled "Knowledge is Power" was held in Belgrade to protest government pressure on the academic community. Participants accuse the authorities of persecuting teachers and students for their civic stance.

Society • January 27, 08:27 PM • 4501 views
Thousands of students in Serbia protested against corruption and the Vučić government

In Serbia, students protested against the Vučić government, demanding a fight against corruption. The reason was a railway station disaster that claimed 16 lives.

Society • January 17, 09:16 PM • 5187 views
Plant in Serbia received first oil after US sanctions lifted - Reuters

Serbian company NIS, controlled by Gazprom Neft, received the first batches of oil for the refinery in Pančevo. This will allow the plant to operate at full capacity for at least nine days.

News of the World • January 9, 05:49 PM • 4505 views
Vučić announced the resumption of operations of the sanctioned Serbian NIS refinery with a Russian stake

The Serbian oil refinery NIS, owned by Russia and under US sanctions, will start operating on January 17 or 18. This became possible after receiving a temporary license from the Office of Foreign Assets Control of the US Treasury Department.

Economy • January 4, 07:43 PM • 7497 views
Serbia reinstates compulsory military service - Vucic

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced the dismantling of tent camps in Belgrade after student protests. He also confirmed the reinstatement of compulsory military service from 2026 for men aged 19-27 for 75 days.

News of the World • December 29, 10:50 PM • 4741 views
Student revolt in Serbia: Novi Pazar universities demand rector's resignation over repressionPhoto

Thousands of activists in the Serbian city of Novi Pazar are protesting against government pressure on state universities. The reason for the rally was university administration repression: 200 students were stripped of their status, and dozens of teachers were fired.

News of the World • December 21, 07:18 PM • 3833 views
"No longer airworthy": Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's plane damaged in Brussels

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's plane was damaged at Brussels airport, rendering it unairworthy. Fico also expressed support for Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić, who did not attend the summit, protesting against the EU's unfair treatment of Serbia.

Politics • December 18, 07:41 AM • 5735 views
Serbia refuses to participate in the EU-Western Balkans summit

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić stated that his country will not participate in the meeting of EU leaders with their counterparts from the Western Balkans. This is Vučić's personal decision, who claims to be protecting the interests of Serbia, which has made little progress in its bid to join the EU.

News of the World • December 17, 03:35 PM • 4261 views
US blocks operation of Russian-owned Serbian oil refinery: Belgrade warns of risks to fuel supplies

The US has denied Serbia a license to operate the Russian-owned NIS refinery in Pančevo, blocking crude oil supplies. This jeopardizes the stability of the country's fuel market and leads to daily losses of 370,000 euros.

Economy • December 2, 03:28 PM • 4547 views
"This is not empty talk": Serbian President Vučić admitted the possibility of war between Europe and Russia

According to the Serbian leader, his country found itself "between a hammer and an anvil. " This is what forces Belgrade to invest heavily in its own defense.

Politics • November 12, 09:06 AM • 3563 views
Serbia accelerates construction of Trump Tower in Belgrade - opposition against it

Serbia has passed a law allowing the acceleration of the Trump Tower project in Belgrade, supported by Jared Kushner. This has sparked fierce political controversy and protests, despite which the authorities have granted the developer a 99-year lease.

Politics • November 7, 02:35 PM • 3939 views
Serbia does not guarantee further refusal to impose sanctions against Russia

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić stated that the decision not to impose sanctions against Russia could be reconsidered. The government has the right to change this decision, adopted by the National Security Council in 2022.

Politics • November 6, 03:50 PM • 3572 views
Serbian President proposed early elections

Serbia is considering early parliamentary elections as a way to stabilize the internal situation after mass protests. President Aleksandar Vučić proposed holding elections earlier to overcome political tensions.

Politics • November 3, 11:48 PM • 3147 views
EU and candidate country leaders to gather for "enlargement summit": Zelenskyy's participation expected - Euronews

On November 4, a "EU enlargement summit" will be held in Brussels with the participation of leaders of candidate countries, including Ukraine. The future of European integration will be discussed live at the event.

Politics • November 3, 01:45 PM • 5343 views
Serbia is ready to sell ammunition to EU countries, even if Ukraine receives it - Vucic

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic stated that the country's warehouses are overflowing with ammunition, which it is ready to sell to European countries. He noted that buyers can do whatever they want with the ammunition, even if it eventually reaches Ukraine.

Politics • November 2, 09:31 PM • 4889 views
Tens of thousands of Serbs honored the victims at the railway station, ignoring Vučić's threats

Tens of thousands of students and opponents of Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić gathered in the city of Novi Sad on the anniversary of the collapse of a canopy at the railway station, which claimed the lives of 16 people. The action was peaceful, despite Vučić's threats and the suspension of train traffic.

Society • November 2, 02:23 AM • 19916 views
Serbia asks US to ease sanctions pressure on Gazprom-linked refinery

The US expects Serbia to persuade Gazprom to sell its stake in NIS or gain control of the refinery through nationalization.

Economy • October 29, 04:46 PM • 3796 views