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Balkan regional diplomacy and Vučić's resignation

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During the 81st UN General Assembly in New York, Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić addressed the shifting global order, asserting that the established international system has collapsed and is transitioning into a new era defined by two major power centers. He criticized nations that recognized Kosovo's independence, claiming they violated the UN Charter and UN Resolution 1244. Vučić reiterated Serbia's demand for the establishment of the Community of Serb Municipalities in Kosovo, stating that while Serbia has fulfilled its obligations under the Brussels Agreement, Kosovo has not. He also accused Croatia of promoting ‘Nazi-era symbols and values,’ a claim Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković previously rejected as a ‘baseless defamatory campaign.’ In a significant development, Vučić announced his intention to resign from the presidency on Sunday evening, September 27, following his participation in the assembly. He stated he will address the public around 8:00 PM to provide a formal explanation. Following his departure, Speaker of the Parliament Ana Brnabić is expected to serve as acting president until new elections are held. Vučić indicated he intends to participate in the upcoming parliamentary elections on October 25 as a regular citizen, noting potential ambitions to run for Prime Minister. In preparation for his departure, Vučić held a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The discussion covered the extension of the gas supply agreement, which is set to expire on September 30. Vučić stated that the agreement will be extended, ensuring stable gas supplies for Serbian citizens at a preferential price of 318 euros per 1,000 m3, significantly lower than the market rate of 868 euros. The leaders also discussed the future of the Serbian Oil Industry (NIS), Russian railway operations in Serbia, and regional stability. Vučić also expressed gratitude to Russia for its assistance in combating recent wildfires in Serbia.

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