Dražen Živković, editor-in-chief of TV Prva and founder of the Borba portal, emphasizes that Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić is disliked by Western countries due to his political strength and legitimacy. The West is conducting a systematic campaign against Vučić because he refuses to bow to their ultimatums, especially regarding sanctions on Russia. Vučić maintains good relations with Moscow and Beijing, which the West sees as problematic. Media and NGOs under pressure from Western power centers aim to weaken Vučić’s position to replace him with a compliant figure. It is important to remain sober and not allow foreign interests to impose their spins on Serbia. A weak president means strong foreign influence, which is not a good formula for the country.
Political Perspectives:
Left: Left-leaning outlets tend to criticize the Western campaign against Vučić as an imperialist attempt to undermine a sovereign leader who maintains independent foreign relations, especially with Russia and China. They emphasize the legitimacy and political strength of Vučić and frame Western media narratives as biased and orchestrated.
Center: Centrist sources report on the political pressures faced by Vučić, acknowledging both the criticisms from Western countries and the concerns about authoritarian tendencies. They present a balanced view of Vučić’s foreign policy choices and the geopolitical complexities Serbia faces, highlighting the importance of sovereignty and the challenges of international diplomacy.
Right: Right-leaning media strongly support Vučić, portraying him as a strong, sovereign leader resisting Western attempts to control Serbia. They emphasize the unfairness of Western media attacks and the importance of maintaining good relations with Russia and China. The narrative often frames Vučić as a defender of national interests against foreign interference.
