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Serbian President Vucic resigns, to lead SNS in snap elections against student list

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic announced his resignation on state TV, stepping down from the presidency to become the top candidate of his ruling SNS party in early elections on 25 October. He faces the 250-person 'Students Win' list, born from a nearly two-year student protest movement. This marks a significant political shift, though Vucic remains influential as party leader.

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Serbian President Vucic Resigns, Seeks Premiership in Snap Elections

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic has resigned, effective Sunday, to lead his ruling SNS party in snap parliamentary elections on October 25, aiming to become Prime Minister. This move is assessed as a strategic repositioning to consolidate power rather than a genuine relinquishment, with Ana Brnabic assuming the acting presidency. Key uncertainties remain regarding the permanence of Vucic's shift and the opposition's ability to capitalize on recent student protests.

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