Serbia's police use tear gas as they clash with anti&government protesters in Belgrade

Serbia's police used tear gas and crowd control vehicles on Friday evening in Belgrade to disperse anti-government protesters who threw firecrackers and flares at police officers in a third day of clashes. The unrest marked a serious escalation of months of student-led protests that have challenged President Aleksandar Vucic’s hold on power.

Aug 17, 2025 - 00:01
Serbia's police use tear gas as they clash with anti&government protesters in Belgrade
Serbia's police used tear gas and crowd control vehicles on Friday evening in Belgrade to disperse anti-government protesters who threw firecrackers and flares at police officers in a third day of clashes. The unrest marked a serious escalation of months of student-led protests that have challenged President Aleksandar Vucic’s hold on power.