Serbia's student-led movement defeats Vucic in historic parliamentary election
Source Summary
Aleksandar Vucic conceded defeat in Serbia's parliamentary election on October 25, with nearly 70% voter turnout. The snap election was triggered by nearly two years of student-led protests against perceived corruption and authoritarianism, which began following the deaths of 16 people in a train station canopy collapse in Novi Sad in 2024.
Why it matters
The election marks a significant political shift in Serbia, ending the longtime rule of Vucic and demonstrating the mobilizing power of student-led activism on national governance.
