# Serbia media regulatory sanctions and investigations > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/serbia-media-regulatory-sanctions-and-investigations > Updated: 2026-11-10T07:44:19.000Z. Sources: 55. Developments: 5. The Regulatory Body for Electronic Media (REM) in Serbia has issued sanctions against several television stations following recent elections. TV Informer previously received a seven-day suspension for its “Prisa info” program due to alleged serious violations involving a presenter expressing political views. TV Prva also faced bans on its “Vesti” and morning programming. These actions followed reports from the Bureau for Social Research (BIRODI), which filed approximately 30 reports against various outlets to ensure compliance. Following these sanctions, REM has initiated investigation proceedings against several outlets, including Informer, Kurir, B92, and K1, stemming from a dispute regarding the use of the term “blokader” during a broadcast. During REM Council sessions, members debated the legal implications of such language. Miloš Garić argued for clear legal standards, while Rodoljub Šabić warned that qualifying certain expressions as violations could threaten freedom of expression. Political tension remains high. Ana Brnabić criticized REM for a lack of impartiality, alleging that the regulator applies inconsistent criteria. Meanwhile, protests have erupted in Belgrade under the slogan “To gather to defend media freedom in Serbia – Law equal for all.” In a session on November 10, 2026, REM imposed further penalties. TV Informer received a five-day advertising ban during prime time and bans on the show “Kolegijum” for 10 and 15 days due to alleged violations of reporting regulations and insults directed at REM Council members. TV Kurir was sanctioned with a one-day ban on its “Dnevnik” program and a two-day ban on its “Vesti” program for alleged violations of the Law on Electronic Media and human rights protection. TV Informer editor-in-chief Dragan J. Vučićević has challenged these decisions, labeling them unconstitutional and politically motivated. ## Claims - REM launched investigative proceedings against TV Informer, Kurir, B92, and K1. (reported by 9 sources) - TV Informer faces 26 reports regarding violations of election silence. (reported by 8 sources) - The Council determined that jurisdiction for TV N1 lies with the regulator in Luxembourg. (reported by 8 sources) - B92 is under investigation for broadcasting a political advertisement during a news program. (reported by 8 sources) - REM banned TV Kurir's Dnevnik program for one day. (reported by 8 sources) - TV Informer received a five-day advertising ban. (reported by 8 sources) - The use of the word 'blokader' alone does not constitute a violation of the Law on Electronic Media. (reported by 7 sources) - REM imposed a one-day advertising ban on TV Prva. (reported by 6 sources) - REM banned the show Kolegijum on TV Informer for 10 and 15 days. (reported by 6 sources) - REM decided not to launch proceedings against TV Tanjug regarding the use of the term 'blokaderi'. (reported by 4 sources) - REM issued a warning to TV V5 for re-broadcasting Informer TV content. (reported by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-11-10: Serbia's REM imposes sanctions on TV Informer and TV Kurir Serbia's REM has imposed various bans and advertising restrictions on TV Informer and TV Kurir following investigations into media regulation violations and election campaign conduct. 26 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbias-rem-issues-sanctions-against-tv-kurir-prva-and-informer ### 2026-11-07: Serbia's REM regulator initiates proceedings against multiple media outlets Serbia's REM regulator is investigating Informer, Kurir, B92, and K1 over the use of the term “blokader,” amid political criticism regarding regulatory impartiality. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbias-rem-regulator-initiates-proceedings-against-multiple-media-outlets ### 2026-11-05: Serbia's REM launches investigations into several TV stations Serbia's REM has launched investigations into TV Informer, Kurir, B92, and K1 for alleged election campaign and silence violations. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbia-regulator-bans-informer-tv-program-for-seven-days ### 2026-11-04: Vukša Dragović organizes protest in Belgrade over Informer TV Vukša Dragović led a small protest in Belgrade's Savski Venac district to defend Informer TV, calling for further demonstrations at the Regulatory Authority for Electronic Media. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vuka-dragovi-organizes-protest-in-belgrade-over-informer-tv ### 2026-11-02: Serbia's REM sanctions TV Informer and TV Prva Serbia's media regulator REM has sanctioned TV Informer and TV Prva for election-period violations, sparking protests and allegations of political censorship from media owners and officials. 30 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rts-management-board-faces-legal-dispute-over-expired-mandates --- Cite as: Serbia media regulatory sanctions and investigations. 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