Vidovdan Chaos in Belgrade: Bikers, Students, and Blockades Take Center Stage!
Vidovdan in Belgrade this year was anything but peaceful. Instead, it turned into a battlefield of clashes and tensions that have split the city and the country. While bikers from Novi Sad roared in a long column towards Pionirski Park, where a literary afternoon for knowledge-hungry students was held, the city center was gripped by blockades that sparked chaos and outrage among many citizens.
Bikers and Students – Allies for Knowledge or Political Theater?
The president of the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS), Miloš Vučević, attended the event at Pionirski Park, supporting students who clearly stated they want to learn and are not afraid of blockades and street violence. Student Vladimir Balać enthusiastically spoke about the support from citizens and called for unity and building a better Serbia, while chants of “Aco Serbine” echoed behind him. According to Vučević, the bikers arrived legally and safely, while the blockades in the city center were deemed illegal and violent.
Blockades – Violence or Protest?
Vučević openly condemned the blockades, calling them “terrorist” and “violent” actions that have been ongoing for nearly eight months. He warned of potential violence and called for peace, emphasizing that the blockaders’ goal is to attack institutions and break Belgrade. Analysts assessed that there is no solidarity behind the blockades, only extremism and chaos, while the organizers promised to “do everything they missed on March 15.”
Context and Consequences
This situation comes at a time when Serbia is already burdened with numerous problems – from economic difficulties to political divisions. Extreme protests and street violence only complicate the already tense atmosphere. While some call for unity and peace, others do not hesitate to use violence as a means of expressing dissatisfaction.
What’s Next?
Vučević and SNS fully support Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić and announce that it is time to “call an end to the terrorist blockaders.” However, the question remains – how will the situation develop, and will peace and stability finally prevail in Belgrade?
Conclusion
Vidovdan 2024 in Belgrade has shown how deep the divisions in society are. On one side, students and bikers who want to continue education and cultural activities; on the other, blockades and violence threatening to destroy everything built. Is this the beginning of the end of chaos or just another round in the endless fight for Serbia’s future?
If you have thoughts on this or maybe saw something we missed, feel free to drop a comment – maybe together we can make sense of this mess!
