Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić condemned the scandalous behavior of MP Ivana Rokvić, who was waving a knife and tearing a student banner in front of the Serbian Parliament. Vučić also commented on the attacks on students in the Student City, emphasizing that violence is unacceptable, but students defending their homes are not guilty. The release of the attackers sparked controversy. Vučić highlighted that the lynching of students is a serious issue and called for calm and justice.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning outlets emphasize the political context of the violence, highlighting the repression of student protests and criticizing the government for enabling or ignoring attacks on students. They portray Ivana Rokvić’s behavior as a symptom of a broader culture of aggression fostered by the ruling party and call for accountability and protection of democratic rights.
Center: Centrist sources report the facts of the incidents, including Vučić’s condemnation of Rokvić’s behavior and the attacks on students. They present multiple viewpoints, including the government’s stance and the students’ perspective, focusing on the need for law and order and justice for all parties involved.
Right: Right-leaning media focus on the defense of law and order, supporting Vučić’s criticism of the violent behavior of the MP and framing the students who defended their property as justified. They often highlight the government’s efforts to maintain stability and criticize opposition or media for exaggerating the incidents.
