Serbia's Vučić calls snap election to retain power amid student protests

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has dissolved parliament and called early elections for October 25, 2026, resigning to run for prime minister as his presidential term nears expiry. The move aims to extend his hold on power amid ongoing student-led protests, which pose a significant political challenge. The election outcome is uncertain, with the opposition seeking to capitalize on public discontent.

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