Serbian Prime Minister Milos Vucevic has stepped down amidst ongoing protests that have gripped the nation since a deadly train station collapse in Novi Sad.
The resignation of Serbia’s Prime Minister Milos Vucevic has been announced following weeks of ongoing protests that have persisted since the deadly train station collapse in ‘Novi Sad, the country’s second-largest city’ , the country’s second-largest city. The incident occurred last November and resulted in the loss of 15 lives.
The protesters have been nearly daily since the tragic accident, blaming corruption and poor construction oversight for the disaster. They have also called for swifter judicial action against those found responsible for the tragedy. Vucevic‘s resignation is seen as an attempt to calm tensions in the country.
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In a press conference held in ‘Belgrade’ , the prime minister described his decision to resign as ‘irrevocable‘. He stated that he had discussed the matter with President Aleksandar Vucic and that the president had accepted his arguments. Vucevic emphasized that he made the decision to avoid further complicating the situation and raising tensions in society.
Vucevic has been in office for less than a year, having previously served as Novi Sad mayor from 2012 to 2022. His term coincided with the time renovations began at the now collapsed train station in ‘Novi Sad’ . The resignation must be confirmed by the parliament, which then has 30 days to choose a new government or call a snap election.
The protests against President Vucic‘s government have been ongoing almost daily since the Novi Sad train station collapse. Demonstrators continue to blame the incident on widespread corruption, nepotism, and poor construction work. The situation remains tense as the country waits for a resolution to the crisis.
Aleksandar Vučić is a Serbian politician who has been serving as the President of Serbia since 2017.
Prior to his presidency, he held various government positions, including Minister of Defence and Prime Minister.
Born on March 5, 1970, in Belgrade, Serbia, ' Vučić' rose through the ranks of the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS).
He has been instrumental in shaping Serbia's foreign policy, particularly with regards to its relations with Kosovo and the European Union.
