Belgrade on the Edge: Dacic Calls for Peace as Blockades and Protests Shake the City!
Belgrade is once again in chaos! After blockades appeared at multiple locations across the city, with students and citizens protesting the arrest of suspects accused of planning and inciting violence at previous protests, Interior Minister Ivica Dacic stepped up to the cameras and called for calm. But is that enough?
Police on High Alert, Situation Heating Up
Dacic made it clear that the police are monitoring the situation closely and that it’s not time to relax. Blockades have appeared in several places, with the largest gathering in front of the Higher Public Prosecutor’s Office on Savska Street. The protests followed the arrests of those allegedly involved in planning and inciting violence at earlier gatherings.
Shocking Numbers – Only 36 People at the Protest?
The minister revealed that about 36 people attended yesterday’s gathering at Slavija Square, a number he said was similar to the protest in December last year and three times less than the one in March this year. Is this the real number or just “science fiction,” as Dacic himself put it?
“Green Light” for Violence?
Dacic accused the blockaders of giving a “green light” for violence, which led to attacks on the police from multiple directions. “If someone gives a green light, it’s for everyone, not just some,” the minister said, making it clear that violence will not be tolerated.
People Disperse, But Tensions Remain
Although most participants began dispersing around 7 PM, the situation remains tense. Branko’s Bridge was blocked towards New Belgrade, and the police remain vigilant. Dacic emphasized the importance of preserving civil peace and avoiding clashes with the police.
Dialogue as the Only Solution?
The minister confirmed he is not involved in talks with the Rector of the University of Belgrade, Vladan Djokic, but heard that some agreements have been reached. He called for continued dialogue and calming the atmosphere to return life to normal.
What’s Behind the Protests?
The protests were sparked by the arrests of suspects accused of planning and inciting violence, but it’s clear that dissatisfaction in society is not fading. Dacic’s statements about the number of participants and his stance towards the blockaders only add fuel to the fire.
Conclusion: Belgrade on the Brink of a Nervous Breakdown
While the authorities call for peace and dialogue, the streets of Belgrade remain a scene of tension and conflict. Will the situation calm down or escalate into something much worse? One thing is certain – everyone is watching, and the city trembles in anticipation.
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