Belgrade was the scene of a massive protest on Saturday, as more than 100,000 Serbian citizens responded to a student-led call for nationwide demonstrations against the government and President Aleksandar Vučić.
Aerial footage captured the scale of the protest, with waves of people flooding the heart of the Serbian capital. Organizers and local media have described the event as historic, both in size and significance—marking one of the largest public uprisings in recent Serbian history.
Protesters initially gathered in central Belgrade but quickly spread into the city’s main streets and boulevards. The demonstration united people from across the country, as citizens traveled from various cities to join the movement.
Carrying banners, flags, and placards demanding democratic reforms and an end to government corruption, the demonstrators chanted slogans calling for accountability and transparency. The protest was largely peaceful, though the atmosphere was charged with urgency and determination.
The rally was spearheaded by student groups, civil society organizations, and opposition activists, who accuse Vučić’s administration of authoritarian practices, media suppression, and election manipulation. Saturday’s protest comes on the heels of growing public dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of recent political, economic, and social issues.
Reports indicate that several prominent public figures, including university professors, artists, and former politicians, joined the protest in solidarity with the youth-led movement.
Although police presence was visible throughout the city, no major incidents were reported by the time of this writing. Protesters have vowed to continue mobilizing in the days ahead until their demands are met.
This demonstration follows a wave of unrest that has been building over recent months, as Serbians increasingly express frustration with what they view as a democratic backslide under Vučić’s leadership.
The scale of Saturday’s protest could mark a turning point in Serbian politics, with observers closely watching to see how the government will respond in the days to come.
