Serbia moves toward snap parliamentary election amid months of anti-government protests
Serbia has moved closer to an early parliamentary election after the government proposed dissolving parliament, opening the way for a snap vote expected in late October. Prime Minister Djuro Macut announced the move in Belgrade on Monday, saying it was intended to ease tensions in society. The proposal comes after months of sustained anti-government protests and deep political division.President Aleksandar Vucic said the election could be held on either 18 October or 25 October, and is expected to set the date in the coming days. Under the constitution, campaigning must last between 45 and 60 days. Parliamentary elections were not... [Continue Reading]
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