Belgrade
Coverage of Belgrade in the Nexus archive.
- Heatwave grips Eastern Europe after Germany weather breaks records
A deadly heatwave that broke temperature records in western Europe has shifted east to scorch Hungary, Romania, and the Balkans. Budapest is expected to exceed 40°C (104F), with Belgrade and Bucharest reaching 38°C and 37°C, respectively. Red extreme heat warnings are in effect for Poland, Hungary, and Romania.
- Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic Announces Imminent Resignation and Early Elections
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced his resignation within weeks, ending his second and final mandate before its 2027 expiration. He plans to support his ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) in upcoming early elections, proposing an electoral list named 'United Serbia.'
- Serbian President Vučić says he will resign within ‘weeks’
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić announced he will resign in the near future, triggering early presidential and parliamentary elections. His resignation comes amid student-led anti-corruption protests following a railway station roof collapse in Novi Sad in November 2024, which resulted in 16 deaths and frequent clashes between police and demonstrators.
- Serbia’s populist President Vucic says he will resign within weeks as election nears
Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vucic announced he will resign within weeks, likely triggering early elections amid youth-led protests over autocratic governance and a deadly train station accident. Vucic, who cannot run for re-election due to term limits, pledged to support his Serbian Progressive Party in upcoming elections, despite facing criticism over democratic backsliding and police crackdowns.
- Thanks to Trump, Chinese people have a more realistic view of America
The article discusses how Chinese perceptions of the United States, once idealized as a 'beautiful country' representing prosperity and freedom, have shifted toward a more realistic view, influenced by Trump's actions. This shift contrasts with previous admiration for American institutions despite past foreign policy shocks like the Belgrade incident.
- Intesa Seals SRTs on $4.8 Billion in US Corporate and ESG Loans
Intesa Sanpaolo SpA Banca Intesa sealed SRTs on $4.8 billion in US corporate and ESG loans. The bank's branch in Belgrade, Serbia, was mentioned, and Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic attended events in Moscow marking the 80th anniversary of World War II victory and is expected to negotiate a new gas contract with Vladimir Putin.
- New wave of Serbia protests draws nearly 200,000 people
A new wave of anti-government protests in Serbia, led by university students, drew nearly 200,000 participants demanding major political changes. The rally, held in Belgrade on May 23, 2026, targeted President Aleksandar Vucic's leadership.
- Clashes in Belgrade as student-led protests demand elections
Student-led protests in Belgrade have turned violent as demonstrators challenge President Aleksandar Vučić's rule, demanding early elections, justice, and the restoration of the rule of law. Clashes between protesters and authorities have escalated tensions in the Serbian capital.
- Protesters clash with police after an anti-government rally in Serbia's capital
Clashes erupted between protesters and riot police after an anti-government rally in Belgrade, Serbia. Tens of thousands of opponents of President Aleksandar Vucic participated in the demonstration.
- Serbia: Police clash with protesters urging early elections
Tens of thousands of protesters in Serbia clashed with police, who used teargas and stun grenades. The demonstration, opposing President Aleksandar Vučić's government, proceeded despite canceled train services to Belgrade.
- Serbian protesters clash with police amid anti-government rally in Belgrade
Protesters in Belgrade clashed with police during an anti-government rally on Saturday. Demonstrators carried banners and wore T-shirts with the 'Students win' motto of a youth movement.
- Serbian protesters clash with police amid anti-government rally in Belgrade
Serbian protesters gathered in central Belgrade on Saturday for an anti-government rally, with participants displaying banners and wearing T-shirts featuring the 'Students win' motto of a youth movement. The event involved clashes between protesters and police.
- Body found stuffed in barrel linked to Belgrade police chief
Police discovered a man's body concealed in a barrel following a shooting incident at a Belgrade restaurant. The discovery has resulted in the arrest of Belgrade's police chief, according to prosecutors investigating the case.
- Body found stuffed in barrel linked to Belgrade police chief
Police discovered a man's body stuffed in a barrel following a shooting incident at a restaurant in Belgrade. The discovery is connected to the arrest of Belgrade's police chief, according to prosecutors.
- Serbia hosts first joint military exercise with NATO
Serbia is hosting its first joint military exercise with NATO, marking a significant development in their relationship. The exercise comes less than 30 years after NATO bombed Belgrade during the Kosovo war. This two-week-long drill symbolizes a shift in Serbia's stance towards NATO.