Vucic Defeat Signals Shift in Balkan Autocratic Resilience

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic, who vowed to crush the student protest movement, has suffered a political defeat, marking a rare reversal for a regional strongman. The outcome suggests that sustained civic mobilization can challenge entrenched autocratic rule in the Balkans, potentially inspiring similar movements in neighboring states. The durability of this shift remains uncertain as Vucic retains institutional power.

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