Topic: Aleksandar Vucic

4 chapters across the catalog

Deputary
Episode 1623 1:38:42 - 1:51:34

1623: Deputary

Serbian Election Protests and US Balkan Policy

Protests erupted in Belgrade, Serbia, following allegations of widespread voter fraud in the recent elections won by President Aleksandar Vucic's party. International observers reported media dominance and voter intimidation. The discussion notes that Dominion Voting Systems has an office in Belgrade. Analysts debate whether the Biden administration's policy toward Vucic has been too soft, potentially benefiting Russian interests in the region.

Star Butler
Episode 1561 2:08 - 5:08

1561: Star Butler

Belgrade Anti-Government Protests, Serbia Against Violence

Tens of thousands of protesters gathered in Belgrade for the "Serbia Against Violence" march following two mass shootings in May 2023. Demonstrators demanded the resignation of the Minister of Interior Affairs and the Chief of Intelligence Agency, citing a culture of violence promoted by the government and specific media outlets.

Star Butler
Episode 1561 5:10 - 10:06

1561: Star Butler

Serbian Gun Amnesty, Media Regulation Demands

President Aleksandar Vucic initiated a one-month amnesty program resulting in the surrender of 40,000 firearms and 2 million rounds of ammunition. Protesters also targeted "Happy TV" and "Pink Television," alleging that reality programs like Big Brother promote a violent social climate that contributed to recent school tragedies.

Old Trout
Episode 1552 2:54:20 - 2:58:53

1552: Old Trout

Belgrade School Shooting and Parental Responsibility

A 13-year-old boy in Belgrade, Serbia, opened fire at his school, killing eight children and a security guard. Because the suspect is below the legal age for criminal responsibility, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić is seeking to lower the age of responsibility and has ordered the arrest of the boy's father. The incident occurred despite Serbia's strict gun control laws.