Local elections in Kosjerić and Zaječar were held in an atmosphere described by Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić as a ‘lynching’ created by media outlets such as RTS, N1, and Nova S. Vučić expressed great satisfaction with the results of the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS), which won about 50% of the votes in Zaječar, an achievement he called a huge success under impossible conditions. He criticized opposition blockades and media for fostering a hostile atmosphere. The election results confirm the popularity of SNS in these local communities.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning outlets tend to emphasize the critical atmosphere surrounding the elections, highlighting media bias and the alleged suppression of opposition voices. They may question the fairness of the elections and focus on the accusations of ‘lynching’ rhetoric used by Vučić to discredit independent media.
Center: Centrist sources report the election results factually, noting the victory of SNS in Kosjerić and Zaječar and Vučić’s statements of satisfaction. They acknowledge the tense atmosphere but present both the official results and the context without strong bias.
Right: Right-leaning media emphasize the success and popularity of the Serbian Progressive Party, praising Vučić’s leadership and framing the election results as a triumph despite hostile conditions created by opposition and biased media. They support Vučić’s criticism of the media and opposition as destabilizing forces.
