Ah, Vidovdan 2024 in Belgrade turned into a total mess! While street blockades and violence raged through the city center, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić didn’t hold back – he declared that Serbia will not be defeated by violence and will keep building highways and railways no matter what.
Violence in the Streets or a Fight for the Future?
The protests peaked with wild blockades paralyzing Belgrade, and Vučić made it clear: “Serbia has won, you cannot defeat Serbia with violence!” While demonstrators caused chaos, the government announced the opening of new transport routes – 23.4 kilometers of the Niš-Brestovac railway will be operational in three months, and by July, the Pakovraće-Požega highway section will open, completing a project that has dragged on for 12 years.
Investments and Development Despite Blockades
Although blockades slowed investments, Vučić stresses that they won’t give up on attracting investors. “Investment levels dropped due to blockades, but we are not stopping,” the president said. Freight traffic will start in July, and by the end of August, a high-speed train running at 200 km/h between Belgrade and Subotica will be launched.
Chaos on the Streets and Clashes with Police
There were fights on the streets, and videos of clashes in front of Kurir’s team went viral on social media. Analysts warn that extremists are preparing serious chaos in downtown Belgrade, while the opposition and blockers claim there is no solidarity and this is the true picture of a “colored revolution.”
What Awaits After Vidovdan?
While the government promises stability and development, the opposition and protesters announce continued protests and clashes. Lakić, one of the analysts, says he sees no end to the violence and the situation is heading in a bad direction. How will Serbia handle these challenges? Will street violence become the new normal or will a peaceful solution be found?
Conclusion
Vidovdan 2024 is not just a historic date but a symbol of conflict between the government and a part of the people who refuse to give up protesting. Vučić says Serbia will not stop, but the question is at what cost. As Belgrade struggles with blockades and violence, citizens watch and wonder – who is the real winner?
If you thought this was the end, think again! Drop a comment, tell us what you think – is Vučić right or are the protests a sign that something seriously isn’t right? Let the debate begin!
