Belgrade Students' Hunger Strike: A Cry Against Corruption

Belgrade Students Launch Hunger Strike Amidst Corruption Protests Belgrade, Serbia – Students at the University of Belgrade have initiated a hunger strike, beginning June 1st, 2025, to protest against widespread corruption and demand improvements in their educational conditions. The protest, which gained momentum on May 26th, 2025, involved a group of students who masked their faces, highlighting their concerns about potential reprisals. Their protest uses the hashtags #RukesuVamKrvave (Your hands are bloody), #KorupcijaUbija (Corruption kills), and #NisiNadležan (You are not authorized). "We are tired of the corruption that is destroying our future," stated one student, who wished to remain anonymous due to safety concerns. "We demand transparency and accountability from our government. We will not stop until our voices are heard." The hunger strike underscores the growing discontent among students concerning the perceived lack of government action to address both systemic corruption and inadequate educational resources. The protest serves as a stark reminder of the challenges facing Serbia's youth and the need for meaningful reform. The students' determination to endure a hunger strike indicates the depth of their frustration and their commitment to achieving tangible change.