Belgrade Council Members Denied Entry, Security Search Sparks Outrage

Belgrade Council Members Blocked from Meeting Amidst Security Search Controversy On June 5th, 2025, a tense situation unfolded outside the Old Town Hall in Belgrade, Serbia. A video recording shows security personnel attempting to search several council members before allowing them entry to a scheduled meeting. The council members, visibly upset, questioned the authority and legality of the search. One council member is heard saying, "Ko je Vama dao nalog da nas pretresate?" (Who gave you the order to search us?). The security personnel responded that it wasn't a search, but rather a 'pregled' (inspection), a distinction the council members rejected. The incident raises questions about transparency and the rules governing access to public meetings. The video has sparked debate online about the conduct of security personnel and the council's right to participate in the meeting without undue interference. While the exact reasons behind the security measures remain unclear, the video serves as evidence of a significant disruption to the council's proceedings. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in Belgrade's political landscape.