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Thousands Continue Protests in Serbia Despite Vucic’s Resignation Announcement

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Thousands of people gathered in the Serbian city of Kraljevo on Sunday, continuing nationwide anti-government protests a day after President Aleksandar Vucic announced he would step down within weeks, paving the way for early presidential and parliamentary elections. While many protesters welcomed the announcement, they expressed concern that Vucic could retain influence by seeking the post of prime minister and backing a close ally for the presidency.

The protests began after the deadly collapse of a railway station canopy in Novi Sad in late 2024, which claimed 16 lives and sparked widespread public anger over alleged government corruption and mismanagement. Demonstrators carrying Serbian flags and banners reading “Students are winning” marched peacefully, calling for political change and greater accountability. Vucic has denied allegations of corruption.

The developments are being closely watched by both the European Union and Russia, given Serbia’s strategic position and its balancing of relations with both sides. The EU has urged Serbia to uphold democratic standards, strengthen judicial independence, improve press freedom and ensure fair elections as part of its bid to join the bloc. Protesters say their movement is about securing lasting institutional reforms rather than simply replacing political leaders.

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Russia Targets Students for Drone Warfare Recruitment

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Russia has launched a new recruitment drive aimed at university students, offering lucrative financial packages to join its growing drone units involved in the Ukraine conflict. Universities across the country are promoting these opportunities, highlighting benefits such as academic leave, free accommodation, and substantial salaries. Officials say the initiative is part of efforts to strengthen technologically skilled divisions rather than a broader military mobilisation.

The move reflects the increasing importance of drone warfare, with operators and engineers playing a critical role on the battlefield. Institutions like Far Eastern Federal University and others are actively encouraging students to enlist, offering payments that far exceed typical local earnings. While authorities insist participation is voluntary, some reports suggest students may face indirect pressure, though this has not been independently verified.

At the same time, regional authorities are expanding recruitment efforts beyond campuses. In the Ryazan region, companies have been assigned quotas to supply workers for military service, signaling a wider push to sustain troop numbers. Despite ongoing recruitment, Russian officials maintain that enlistment levels remain strong and sufficient for current military needs.

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Huge protest by students demanding action on climate change

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The school students around the world have conducted huge strike demanding action from authorities regarding the climate change. This is an international movement by school students who are deciding not to attend classes and instead take part in demonstrations to demand action to prevent further global warming and climate change.

Greta Thunberg, a Swedish teenager started the climate strike that encourage the students across the world to unite for demanding action on climate change.

The solo protest by Greta Thunberg have made an immense influence on the students. She started to quit her classes on every Friday to protest against the authority’s negligence towards climate change. Thunberg has now been nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize.

The organisers of Friday’s strike said that more than a million people were expected to join the action in at least 110 countries. They are demanding the politicians and businesses to take immediate action to slow global warming.

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