
Belgrade Student Arrests Spark Protest: Released Students Speak Out
Belgrade Student Arrests Spark Protest: Students Released Amidst Political Tensions Belgrade, Serbia – A protest unfolded in Belgrade today, June 6th, 2025, following the arrest of several students. The demonstration took place outside the police station on 29 Novembar Street. The protest highlights growing tensions between the Serbian government and student activists. According to a report by N1 television, some of the arrested students have been released. One released student, Mateja Milkić, stated, "They didn't give me a clear reason for my arrest. They just said it was due to the current situation in the country." The video shows the reporter interviewing Milkić and other students as they wait for the release of their peers. The protest underscores the ongoing political climate in Serbia. The continued detention of some students suggests that the government may be cracking down on dissent. However, the release of others offers a glimmer of hope for the activists and a sign that some voices are being heard.