Belgrade Student Protest Turns Tense: Clash with Known Figure Highlights Divisions

Belgrade Student Protests: Confrontation at Faculty of Political Sciences Students at the Faculty of Political Sciences in Belgrade continued their protests on June 1st, 2025. A video circulating online shows a tense encounter between protesting students and Luka Lalošević, a figure known for his past involvement in student politics. The students blocked the faculty entrance, demanding identification from those seeking entry. Lalošević, who was attempting to enter, was challenged by the protesters. "They were demanding to see our student IDs," explained one student in the video. "It's our right to be here, and we're not going to let them stop us." The video's uploader claims Lalošević is not a representative of the students and is aligned with the government. Lalošević's presence sparked a heated debate about the legitimacy of the protests and the role of outside influences. The incident underscores the ongoing tensions and divisions surrounding the student movement in Belgrade. The protests continue, raising questions about academic freedom and student rights in Serbia.