Serbia votes as strongman Vučić faces grassroots challenge to 12-year rule – Europe live

Aleksandar Vučić's SNS party faces significant challenges from the grassroots Student List, which has mobilized disillusioned voters. Traditional opposition parties have seen their support plummet, while the nationalist bloc is fragmented. Vučić, a controversial figure with a history of nationalism, is seeking to regain power after stepping down as president. His administration has been criticized for authoritarianism and corruption, complicating Serbia's EU accession. The election follows two years of protests against government corruption, sparked by a tragic incident in 2024. Polls opened today, marking a crucial moment for Serbia's political landscape.