Tensions Escalate As Serbia Faces Largest Anti-Government Protests In Decades

Serbia braces for a historic demonstration on March 15, as tens of thousands, led by students, rally against President Aleksandar Vučić's administration. Sparked by a fatal railway accident attributed to corruption, the protests demand accountability and democratic reforms. 

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A man rides on the top of a tractor as people welcome protesters from other provinces who have arrived ahead of a major rally this weekend in downtown Belgrade, Serbia.

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Protesters light flares as they gather ahead of a major rally this weekend in downtown Belgrade, Serbia.

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People welcome a group of cyclists who have arrived ahead of a major rally this weekend in downtown Belgrade, Serbia.

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A woman gestures as people wait to welcome protesting students ahead of a major rally this weekend in downtown Belgrade, Serbia.

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An orthodox priest holds a crucifix as people wait to welcome students arriving ahead of a major rally this weekend in downtown Belgrade, Serbia.

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People welcome protesters from other provinces who have arrived ahead of a major rally this weekend in downtown Belgrade, Serbia.

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Serbian anti-riot police stand near the Parliament building ahead of a major rally this weekend in downtown Belgrade, Serbia.

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People welcome protesters from provinces who have arrived ahead of a major rally this weekend in downtown Belgrade, Serbia.

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People welcome protesters who have arrived ahead of a major rally this weekend in downtown Belgrade, Serbia.

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Protesters wave flags ahead of a major rally this weekend in downtown Belgrade, Serbia.

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A man yells as a group of cyclists arrive ahead of a major rally this weekend in downtown Belgrade, Serbia.

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