Chaos on Vidovdan in Belgrade: Who is Behind the Blockades and Violence?
Vidovdan, one of the most important Serbian holidays, has been a symbol of remembrance and respect for the heroes of the Battle of Kosovo for centuries. This year, however, it is turning into a scene of chaos and clashes in Belgrade. While citizens expected peaceful celebrations, the streets are blocked, and violence threatens to escalate.
Who is behind the unrest?
Former Dean of the Medical Faculty in Kragujevac, Vladimir Jakovljević, and analyst Nebojša Oberknežev clearly state that foreign services and enemies of Serbia are behind the blockades, aiming to overthrow the existing order. Jakovljević warns that Serbia has historically been driven by emotions, which often led to mistakes, and now we face attempts to divide and destabilize the country.
Oberknežev adds that the state has not used repression so far, but now it must react due to the threat to citizens’ lives. “All those who want to overthrow the order must be brought to justice,” he says.
Planned chaos and civil disobedience
Protests are scheduled for 6 PM and 9 PM, but it is clear that after 9 PM, violence will escalate. Recordings and evidence indicate that organizers planned raids on media, institutions, and the government, which is not a peaceful protest but open civil disobedience.
Previous protests, which started due to a tragedy in Novi Sad where 16 people died, quickly turned into a movement to overthrow the government. Jakovljević supports the fight against corruption but not violence and the misuse of faculties for political goals.
Fear and concern
Oberknežev and other experts warn that there is a high probability that innocent people will be exploited to provoke violence. “One spark can set the whole city on fire,” says Oberknežev, recalling the failures from March.
Ljuban Karan, a former KOS lieutenant colonel, points out that protests will be radicalized due to fewer people and the appearance of weapons, which increases the danger.
State and repression
So far, there have been no arrests or use of force, which is unusual for such situations. Oberknežev believes this is a sign that the authorities have not shown strength and decisiveness, which could lead to further chaos.
Vidovdan as a symbol and target
Vidovdan has been a symbol of Serbian identity and remembrance of Prince Lazar and the heroes of the Battle of Kosovo for centuries. However, this year, instead of unity, the holiday is being used for political conflicts and attempts to divide society.
What lies ahead?
Analysts warn that the situation is on the brink of explosion. If there is no quick and decisive reaction, Belgrade could face serious chaos. The state must use legal mechanisms to protect citizens and order.
Conclusion
Vidovdan 2024 may be remembered not for celebration and remembrance but for chaos and clashes. Who is behind all this? Are these really students and citizens with legitimate demands, or foreign services and extremists who want to overthrow the state? One thing is certain – Belgrade is on edge, and we all need to watch carefully what happens on the streets.
So, what do you think? Who is the real culprit behind the chaos on Vidovdan? Is this just the beginning of something bigger? Drop a comment and let’s see who’s for peace and who’s for chaos!
