Several political groups in Serbia, including PODES and LSV, have pledged support for a unified student electoral list. Meanwhile, opposition coalitions are forming signatures for their own campaigns ahead of the vote.
Grupa 14 ljudi, mahom univerzitetskih profesora, biće na studentskoj listi. Ostali kandidati biće poznati kada bude predata lista glavnom izbornom organu, kaže jedna od članica Grupe građana…
The Kenya Universities Common Placement Service has suspended the release of student admission lists until higher education institutions settle their financial obligations to the government.
A new civic group titled 'Student List - Students Win' has been formed to participate in upcoming Serbian elections. This development occurs as the official election campaign begins, with various political factions vying for support among younger voters.
Local political groups in Kragujevac have announced their support for a student-led electoral list ahead of Serbia’s upcoming extraordinary parliamentary elections. The alliance aims to mobilize younger voters and push for educational reforms.
Latest research indicates the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) would secure 47.2% of the vote in a hypothetical Sunday election, while a student list would gain 31.5%.
The Academic Plenum has condemned the Serbian Minister of Education, Stanković, for his statement criticizing a student list while not objecting to professors holding government positions. They highlighted a perceived double standard regarding academic involvement in politics.
At a forum in Novi Sad, organized by students, it was emphasized that a revision of all construction project contracts by the current authorities would be necessary following elections and a victory by the student list.
Vladan Đokić's campaign for a student list is underway, with observers noting its resemblance to Vojislav Koštunica's 1993 political appearances rather than his 2000 summer campaign.
SNS official Vladimir Đukanović stated that it is highly probable there will be multiple so-called student lists participating in the upcoming elections.
A new survey by the American IRI indicates that 46% of potential support goes to the student list, while the majority of citizens believe Serbia is heading in the wrong direction.
The student organization "Studentska lista" (Student List) officially registered as an association in May, with its statute detailing its goals, working methods, and membership process now made public. Students confirmed their registration, stating they are planning and organizing their activities.
Jelka Jovanović suggests that minority parties could hold the balance of power in the next Serbian parliamentary elections, potentially influencing the victory of a student list or the survival of the Serbian Progressive Party.
The ZLF (Green-Left Front) has reiterated its decision to support a student list in the upcoming elections. This move confirms their commitment to backing student representation.
The student list "Nije prirodno ćutati" (It's Not Natural to Be Silent), supported by students in a blockade, achieved a decisive victory in the elections for the student parliament of the Faculty of Science in Novi Sad, winning all available seats.
Miroslav Aleksić, president of the People's Movement of Serbia (NPS), stated that the potential formation of a student list does not prevent the opposition and students from being allies.
Pro-government tabloids in Serbia are intensifying their rhetoric and speculating for days about names on student lists, further targeting those whose names are publicly known, in a tactic described as persecution of electoral opponents.
A student representative has questioned the accuracy of a student list for upcoming elections that was published in pro-government media. They stated that the only official list will be released on the day the elections are announced.
Srđan Milivojević, President of the Democratic Party (DS), stated that following Crta's latest research on party ratings, it is imperative for the opposition to support the Student List. He emphasized the necessity of this support.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić dismissed a CRTA poll that showed a student list leading over his SNS party, calling it unprofessional and propagandistic. The poll indicated that the student list would receive nearly ten percent more votes than SNS.
Rastislav Dinić expressed concern over the lack of contact and information regarding the 'Studentska lista' (Student List), stating that any unilateral support for it would be largely 'blind' without knowing its candidates, program, or decision-making process.
Nova.rs journalist Jelena Bulajic has raised doubts about the accuracy of recent opinion polls in Serbia, questioning whether they truly reflect the current balance of political support.
Student list councilors have decided to cease participation in the Aranđelovac municipal assembly after only its second regular session, citing irregularities as the reason for their departure.
Former football captain Nemanja Vidić spoke about problems in Serbian society during an interview, addressing rumors about his potential involvement in a student list.
Aleksandar Jovanović Ćuta, leader of the Ecological Uprising movement, stated that decisions on participating in elections and potential coalitions will be made only after seeing the student list.
Srđan Milivojević, President of the Democratic Party, has reiterated his appeal to pro-European citizens, parties, movements, organizations, and public figures to support the student list, emphasizing that separate political offers weaken the referendum atmosphere.
A political controversy has erupted in Kula, Serbia, regarding alleged defections from a student list to support the ruling party, raising questions about political practices and voter trust.
Students and members of Zbor Stari grad collected signatures at Bajlonijeva and Kalenić markets in Belgrade, supporting a student list and opposing the construction of an aquarium at Ušće.
Former Serbian minister Danica Grujičić announced her intention to support a student list in upcoming elections if they are held in the summer, a claim met with skepticism by opposition figures.
Goran Ješić from the "Solidarity" civil movement stated he could list at least ten reasons why student lists are not acceptable political factors for him, highlighting recent cases of street violence as evidence.
Robert Kozma, an MP from the Green-Left Front (ZLF), stated that his party would support a student list if elections are held in the summer, and that any opposition talks are meaningful only if conducted in agreement with students.
The constitutive session of the Municipal Assembly in Aranđelovac was held, during which councilors from the student list walked out, citing the session's alleged illegal establishment. The session also saw gatherings of both citizens and supporters of the SNS party.
The Democratic Party (DS) has expressed its expectation that a majority of political parties will lend their support to the student list. This indicates a potential cross-party consensus on the student-backed initiative.
Aleksandar Vučić is 'pushing' the information that extraordinary parliamentary elections will be held on July 12th, just to find out who the names on the student list are and then...
Bor su danas preplavile lažne "poternice" sa likom Marka Andrejevića, studenta i nosioca liste broj 2 na lokalnim izborima, u kojima se on direktno optužuje da je pobegao nakon ubistva studentkinje…
Đorđe Glišić, a candidate on the "Students for Aranđelovac – Youth Wins" list, stated that they expected the Kragujevac High Court's decision regarding the non-repetition of elections, noting immediate tabloid reactions.
A polling station in Aranđelovac, Serbia, where a student list won, has been unofficially 'overturned' due to alleged documentation issues related to field voting, prompting their legal team to convene.
Svetlana Majski, a teacher and leader of the "Voice of Youth of Kula" list, announced that her list received more votes than the ruling SNS party in Kula, Serbia, despite significant pressures.
Srdjan Sajn, leader of the Roma Party, called on Roma and other vulnerable groups to support student lists, stating that the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) cannot be trusted to care for the poor.
A report highlights the specific disarray and lack of a unified, recognizable, and coordinated student list across ten municipalities holding local elections in Serbia.
Actress Svetlana Bojković is in Knjaževac to support a student list ahead of local elections, criticizing those willing to sell their votes and labeling abstainers as conformists.
In Knjaževac, the student list is requesting the first position on the ballot, with candidate Ana Simonović Petković stating that the town is full of unknown people and the election commission is not benevolent towards them.
Srđan Milivojević, president of the Democratic Party (DS), stated that Serbia, led by a student list, is preparing for a final confrontation and victory over the 'mafia' in the upcoming elections, indicating that the majority of citizens desire change.
Student Mihajlo Milovanović told N1 that MUP members entered the student list premises in Aranđelovac and were rough, remaining until someone of 'high priority' passed by.
In Kula's local elections, a student list is campaigning against the progressive party and 'phantom lists,' creating a 'referendum atmosphere' despite attempts to confuse voters.
Dušan Pavlović, a professor and former MP, published a simulation of election results, calculating the votes needed for a student list and the opposition to win the parliamentary elections against the Serbian Progressive Party.
Opposition parties and civic associations in Aranđelovac have declared they will not participate in local elections in the municipality, instead endorsing the student list 'Students for Aranđelovac - Youth Wins.'
Several names from a student list have reportedly halted communication with the opposition, raising questions about the strategy to challenge the regime and the role of opposition participation.
The Student Movement held its first rally in Novi Sad, in front of the Serbian National Theatre, as part of its election campaign, under the slogan 'The time has come, students are winning!'.
Fourteen signatories from the 'Student List - Students Win' civic group will appear on the student movement's electoral list for the upcoming parliamentary elections, according to spokesperson Goran Perišić.
A university student has publicly announced the scheduled release date for the official student admission list, prompting widespread attention across Serbian media. The disclosure highlights ongoing public interest in the transparency and timing of academic enrollment processes.
The Democratic Party and the SDS have officially confirmed their endorsement of the Student List ahead of upcoming Serbian electoral contests. This coordinated political backing seeks to bolster the student-led campaign's competitiveness in the race.
With extraordinary elections looming, Serbian opposition parties are consolidating power by creating new parliamentary blocs and strategic partnerships, including support for student lists and the formation of "People's Serbia."
Kostreš announced that the League of Social Democrats of Vojvodina (LSV) is close to deciding to support the student list. This indicates potential political alignment for upcoming elections or movements.
The League of Social Democrats of Vojvodina-Vojvođani (LSV) is close to deciding to support the Student List in the upcoming parliamentary elections, citing their sincerity and uncompromising fight as a guarantee.
Professor Radonjić urged support for the student electoral list as a means to achieve regime change, stating that electoral will should be defended even through street protests.
Srđan Milivojević, president of the Democratic Party (DS), stated that the student list has the support of two-thirds of citizens, and that Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić is aware of this.
The SNS party and student lists are reportedly the most active in the 'pre-campaign' period, creating a clear race and referendum-like atmosphere, while the opposition remains more reserved.
The Green-Left Front has announced its support for a student electoral list in Serbia, clarifying that this backing is not unconditional and involves strategic calculations to defeat the current regime. Discussions are expected within the next month between the student list and the opposition regarding election control.
In a personal diary entry, Jasmina Paunović shares her regret over attending a 'conversation' and discusses an attempt to remove her from a student list that she claims doesn't officially exist yet.
Political analyst Đorđe Vukadinović stated that the student list's support has grown to nearly 40%, while the ruling coalition's support stands between 42% and 44%.
Media outlets are reporting on the process of forming a student list, with one specific condition highlighted as fundamental. These reports shed light on the internal workings of student political organization.
Vladan Đokić, Rector of Belgrade University, visited Raška but declined to comment on whether he would lead a student list in upcoming elections. Despite the official campaign not yet starting, his visit has fueled speculation about a pre-campaign.
Srđan Milivojević, President of the Democratic Party, stated that Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić's call for dialogue is insincere and an attempt by the authorities to weaken the student list and disrupt the referendum atmosphere in society.
Srđan Milivojević, President of the Democratic Party (DS), stated that after Crta's latest research on party ratings, any politically responsible opposition member should support the Student List in elections to defeat the 'mafia'.
Dragan Đilas, leader of the Party of Freedom and Justice (SSP), has denied allegations that his party is conducting a negative campaign against a student list through anonymous social media profiles.
A debate has emerged within Serbia's Green-Left Front regarding whether their support for the Student List (SL) should be fixed-term or permanent, following a speech by independent MP Jelena Pavlović at a student gathering.
Marinika Tepić has indicated her potential support for a student list candidate, with the condition that the individual is not 'Lompar.' This statement suggests a specific political alignment or exclusion criterion for her endorsement.
Analysts and researchers note that the Serbian regime has not called snap parliamentary elections for over a year, leading to discussions about the ratings of student lists versus the ruling SNS party.
Biljana Đorđević of ZLF stated that a student list in elections needs to create a 'tsunami effect' against the ruling regime and a 'gravity effect' within the anti-regime front to attract and unite forces for victory and fundamental change.
Đorđe Stanković, Vice-President of the People's Movement of Serbia, spoke about the potential for pro-European coalition and cooperation with the student list, suggesting that the greatest fear of the SNS is the unification of the opposition.
Serbian opposition leader Dragan Djilas emphasized the necessity of post-election cooperation with a student list for regime change and confirmed that his Freedom and Justice Party (SSP) will participate in upcoming elections in a coalition with pro-European parties.
Radomir Lazović of the Green-Left Front (ZLF) announced his readiness to support a student list in the upcoming autumn elections. He stated that the ZLF is prepared to back the student movement, even if it means not participating in the elections themselves.
The Democratic Party (DS) in Serbia has announced the formation of an Election Mobilization Team, tasked with supporting a student list and developing an operational plan for victory in upcoming elections. The party president, Srđan Milivojević, stated that this team would contribute to what he believes will "obviously happen."
Students appearing on the Serbian television program 'Utisak nedelje' have advocated for the formation of an independent student list for upcoming elections. They argued that this approach is the only viable path to achieve victory and bring about political change.
ZLF's Dobrica Veselinović stated that the decision to support the 'Student List' is a response to President Vučić's 'smoke screens' and confirmed that there would be no elections during the summer.
A Polish article clarifies that students are still responsible for completing their semester obligations, even if they face difficulties with course registration. It also states that potential university negligence may not always be sufficient grounds to challenge a dismissal from the student list.
A discussion on Serbian television program 'Utisak nedelje' questioned why the Green-Left Front (ZLF) decided to unconditionally support a student list, similar to the Democratic Party, but only if elections are held in the summer.
The Democratic Party (DS) and the Green-Left Front (ZLF) have offered their support to a student list, prompting calls for other opposition parties to join this alliance.
A new poll published by Faktor Plus indicates that the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) holds 46.4% support, while the Student List is in second place with 28.7%. These figures reflect current political sentiment.
Bor was flooded today with fake "wanted posters" featuring Marko Andrejević, a student and the number 2 candidate on the list in the local elections, in which he directly...
The "Studentska lista za promene" (Student List for Change), formed from student blockades, achieved a decisive victory in the elections for the Student Parliament of the Faculty of Law in Niš. This win reportedly ends three decades of control by the previous student organization.
A polling station where a student list won in Aranđelovac has been challenged, with one mandate from the 'Students for Aranđelovac - Youth Wins' list officially disputed due to documentation issues related to voting.
The Slobodan Univerzitet has expressed deep concern over reported physical attacks, threats, and gunfire against student list representatives in Kula during the pre-election campaign. Activist Miran Pogačar now warns that these attacks on 'Mladi Kula' activists could be a prelude to further tension and potential incidents.
Serbia is experiencing a complex political landscape with student protests and local elections in ten municipalities, marked by a confusing array of student lists rather than a unified opposition.
Actress Svetlana Bojković, participating in a forum in Knjaževac, stated her inability to communicate with those willing to sell their votes and labeled abstainers as conformists, in a discussion organized by a local student list.
Guests on 'Utisak nedelje' discussed that the defeat of the current regime in Serbia is possible in future parliamentary elections, depending on the opposition's performance. They suggest that while a single opposition list is unrealistic, a maximum of three blocs—a student list, a pro-European list, and a national list—could secure victory under the current irregular conditions.
Representatives of the student electoral list 'Zvuk pravde – Zajedno za studente' (Sound of Justice – Together for Students) criticize the 'Namenska' factory in Lučani, calling it a 'factory for votes and the machinery of power,' as they prepare for local elections.
The municipal election commission in Knjaževac rejected an appeal from the 'Knjaževac uz studente' list, but its representative, Ivan Milošević, stated they have not given up the fight.
The election commission in Aranđelovac proclaimed the lists "Koalicija 381 - united we support the youth" and "Students for Aranđelovac - Mladost pobeđuje" for the local elections on the 29th.
Dušan Pavlović, a professor and former MP, published a simulation on X showing the number of votes a student list and the opposition would need to win the Serbian parliamentary elections against the ruling party.
Following a similar incident in Kula, a fake student list titled "Youth for Kula" has appeared in Smederevska Palanka ahead of the local elections scheduled for March 29.
The Municipal Election Commission in Kula, Serbia, approved the student electoral list 'Glas mladih opštine Kula' (Voice of Youth of Kula Municipality), which will appear as number 3 on the ballot for the local elections on March 29.
Opposition citizen groups in the Čačak Assembly, 'Truth and Honor' and 'Let's Wake Up Čačak,' today 'unconditionally' supported the student list in the upcoming parliamentary elections.
Marton predicts that the student-led political list will be the key driver in breaking the current regime in Serbia following the upcoming October extraordinary elections.
The Movement of Free Citizens (PSG) has decided not to participate in the upcoming Serbian parliamentary elections, calling it the most strategic decision at this time, though support for student lists remains conditional.
The student list of 250 names has been ready for months and will be published only after the elections are called, in accordance with legal deadlines and their strategy.
An independent polling model indicates that the opposition Student List would secure approximately 48.5 percent of the vote in Serbia’s upcoming parliamentary election. This projection places the youth-led coalition ahead of President Aleksandar Vučić’s ruling Serbian Progressive Party.
Serbia's Education Minister stated that communication with universities is difficult due to the existence of a student list. An analyst suggested that the connection between universities and politics will remain unresolved until elections conclude.
Factors such as breaks between study cycles, removal from student lists, reaching 26 years of age, and even dean's leave can impact social insurance contribution obligations for contracts with students in Poland.
The "Movement for a New Beginning of Vojvodina Hungarians" has urged the Alliance of Vojvodina Hungarians (SVM) to support a democratic, student-led list in Kula, aiming to form the first student-led local government in Serbia.
A new public opinion poll by the International Republican Institute (IRI) in Serbia indicates that the Student List holds an advantage over the SNS party.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić is actively campaigning, engaging with the public, while students await the official announcement of elections, with a student list already registered as an association.
In a personal diary entry, Jasmina Paunović shares her regret over attending a 'conversation' and discusses an attempt to remove her from a student list that she claims doesn't officially exist yet.
The Democratic Party (DS) in Serbia announced that the electoral victory of the 'Studentska lista' (Student List) is the only guarantee for justice, the return of stolen property, and bringing those responsible to court.
Polls indicate that the student list has grown to nearly 40% of the vote, while the ruling bloc holds approximately one-third of the electorate, raising questions about potential surprises on the SNS list.
The National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Homicide Division has received documents, including a master list of students, from Hugo Perez Elementary School-Annex as part of its probe into the death of a Grade 4 student linked to a deworming program.
Serbian opposition figures have criticized the government's handling of the 'student list' and its perceived entanglement with state funds, with one commentator calling President Vučić's reaction 'tragicomic.' Critics argue that the government is suppressing dissent and forcing people to believe falsehoods.
Actress Bojana Maljević has withdrawn from a student list, explaining her reasons in a letter that was subsequently leaked to pro-regime media. Students, however, deny her claim that they vetoed her name, stating it is untrue.
The disassociation of public figures from a student list is being examined for its potential negative impact on the list's standing and support. This development raises questions about the influence of public endorsements on student political movements.
Rastislav Dinić, a Member of Parliament for the Green-Left Front (ZLF) in Serbia, stated that continuing unilateral support for the student list would be a mistake, following a memorandum.
Student activists, who previously formed blockades and entered local assemblies, are now navigating the complexities of realpolitik, making daily decisions and confronting aggressive authorities. This includes a decision by the student list "Students for Aranđelovac - Mlad".
Dragana Rakić, MP and Vice-President of the Democratic Party (DS), reiterated her warning that running in multiple columns, apart from the student list, in the upcoming elections would lead to a loss of votes rather than greater political representation.
Srđan Šajn, President of the Roma Party, announced their readiness to support a student list candidate following Aleksandar Vučić's statement about his upcoming resignation as President of the Republic.
Biljana Đorđević of the Green-Left Front (ZLF) has reiterated that supporting the student list in elections is considered the only credible way to contribute to the ousting of the current regime, emphasizing this path for political change.
An Instagram page for a 'phantom' electoral list in Kula, Serbia, named 'Mladi za Kulu,' has officially admitted to organizing fake lists and paying over 6000 dinars for signatures in an attempt to imitate a student list, confirming earlier reports of electoral engineering.
Danica Grujičić, former minister and leader of the Sovereignist Alliance, said in an interview with Danas that if elections are held in the summer, she will support students, i.e., a student list.
The “Umetnici” student list, associated with student blockades, secured victory in the elections for the Student Parliament of the Academy of Arts in Novi Sad.
A consultant discussed the Green-Left Front's influence on the Serbian political scene through its support for a student list, as representatives of pro-European opposition parties SSP, PSG, and Serbia Center gathered at the invitation of the People's Movement of Serbia to discuss next steps.
Lazović of the Green-Left Front (ZLF) has publicly stated that supporting the student list is currently the most favorable option. This indicates a political endorsement or strategic recommendation.
A student list in Aranđelovac issued a statement criticizing the premature presentation of the municipal president's function. They allege that this action misleads citizens regarding the official role.
The Studentska Komora secured victory in the elections for the Student Parliament at the Novi Sad Faculty of Law. Separately, a higher court ordered the Novi Sad Faculty of Medicine to accept a student list's candidacy and proceed with its student parliament elections.
Milivojević discussed the Democratic Party's absence from an opposition meeting, stressing the importance of supporting a student list, and also highlighted his 19-year absence from state broadcaster RTS.
Following the final election results in Sevojno, Milan Stamatović's "Zdrava Srbija - zdravo da pobedi" list, with its single council seat, will decide whether a student list or SNS forms the government, with Stamatović confirming a coalition with SNS.
An article discusses the program of a student list, addressing critics who question their platform and highlighting the importance of political programs in Serbian society.
Despite the ruling SNS-led coalition declaring an absolute victory in all 10 municipalities in local elections, a minimal difference of just one mandate in some areas, favoring the government over student lists, suggests their majority could be lost during mandate distribution.
The 'Students for Aranđelovac - Youth Wins!' list and other student electoral lists have held their final rallies in Arandjelovac and Knjazevac, respectively, in preparation for the upcoming local elections on March 29.
The Council of the Democratic Community of Vojvodina Hungarians (DZVM) has called on Hungarians in Kula to vote for the student list, providing their support for the upcoming elections.
N1 Serbia reports on the upcoming local elections in Knjaževac and Majdanpek, scheduled in 13 days, highlighting a student list preparing a new objection in Knjaževac.
Serbian opposition parties are debating their electoral strategy, particularly how their potential three-column approach (pro-European vs. nationalist blocs) might impact the votes for the student list, despite their public commitment to unconditional support for the student option.
Police reportedly entered student list premises in Aranđelovac, demanding students leave and holding them inside when they refused, an action described by some as 'pure fascism' related to President Vučić's visit.
A humanitarian bazaar was organized in Sivac to collect money for election observers and a student list participating in the local elections in Kula, scheduled for March 29.
Vladan Matijašević from a student list in Aranđelovac claims that three 'phantom' minority party lists have been confirmed for local elections, designed to confuse voters.
The Roma Party has urged its sympathizers and voters to support student electoral lists in the local elections on March 29, emphasizing it as an 'act of responsibility towards the future of Serbia'.
Opposition parties and citizen associations in Aranđelovac will not participate in the local elections but will instead support a student list, having collected 1,300 signatures.
Just days into the local election campaign in Serbia, opposition and student lists are reporting numerous problems and irregularities, including voter migration, lack of verifiers, and repression.