Aleksandar Vučić campaigns for Serbian elections

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As the October 25 parliamentary elections in Serbia approach, Aleksandar Vučić, leader of the 'Aleksandar Vučić – United Serbia' list, has intensified his campaign across various regions, including Kragujevac and Srem. Vučić has framed the upcoming vote as a decisive battle against external pressures from a 'major foreign power' and a referendum on the nation's future.

During his campaign stops, Vučić outlined several key policy promises, including an investment of over 1.3 billion euros into health infrastructure over the next 2.5 years and a massive program to address water supply issues, which he estimated would require more than 10 billion euros. He also highlighted economic achievements, claiming Kragujevac now has 14,000 more employees than under the previous administration.

Political tensions are rising as the 'Student List' emerges as a significant new challenger. Miroslav Aleksić, president of the National Movement of Serbia (NPS), announced that his party would withdraw its own list to support the student-led movement, characterizing the election as a choice between Vučić and a student-led Serbia. Meanwhile, student groups in Republika Srpska have issued statements rejecting narratives that label their region as 'genocidal' and calling for unity with their peers in Serbia.

In Niš, the political atmosphere turned volatile when student Mateja Nikolić was detained by police following an incident involving SNS activists. While authorities have charged him with violent behavior, legal representatives deny the allegations, suggesting the arrest is part of a political campaign.

Entities

Aleksandar Vučić · Ilija Srdanović · Jakov Milatović · Nenad Čanak · Serbia · Serbian Progressive Party · Srpska napredna stranka · Student List · Studentska lista · United Serbia · Vladimir Putin

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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 3 SOURCES] Vučić claims he offered a televised debate to Ilija Srdanović, which was refused. 6yka.com · www.rijekadanas.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Vučić promises to remove politics from schools and universities if re-elected. www.sd.rs
[○ 1 SOURCE] The IGK called on European universities to review cooperation with the University of East Sarajevo.
[○ 1 SOURCE] An SNS activist was physically attacked by protesters in Niš near the National Theatre. www.politika.rs
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Studentska lista will only discuss potential coalitions after ensuring election integrity.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Vučić plans to retain only 3 to 5 current ministers in his future government. www.telegraf.rs
[○ 1 SOURCE] Vučić stated he refused to impose sanctions on Russia to maintain traditional friendships.
[○ 1 SOURCE] Professor Milan Jovanović noted that the upcoming elections feature a new challenger: a student movement.
[○ 1 SOURCE] An SNS activist was physically attacked by protesters in Niš near a political stand. www.politika.rs
[○ 1 SOURCE] Professor Milan Jovanović notes that the student movement has become a significant and unpredictable political challenger.
[● 2 SOURCES] Vučić stated he refused to impose sanctions on Russia to maintain traditional friendships and protect national interests. lat.sputnikportal.rs
[○ 1 SOURCE] Vučić plans to form a smaller government of 12 ministers, retaining only 3 to 5 current ministers. www.telegraf.rs