# Serbian political parties finalize election coalitions > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/serbian-opposition-formation-of-narodna-srbija-alliance > Updated: 2026-09-09T15:52:21.000Z. Sources: 38. Developments: 4. As the October 25 extraordinary parliamentary elections approach, political parties and movements are consolidating their strategies. The Studentski pokret (Student Movement) has emerged as a focal point for opposition coordination, officially launching its campaign with the registration of a citizens' group named ‘Studentska lista – Studenti pobeđuju’ (Student List – Students Win). This group includes 14 initial signatories, such as various university professors, and reportedly includes approximately 250 candidates, primarily composed of experts and academics. The campaign officially commenced with a large-scale gathering in Novi Sad, a city chosen for its symbolic connection to the November 2024 railway station canopy collapse that killed 16 people. Student representatives framed the upcoming elections as a choice between ‘Serbia or the mafia’, aiming to address systemic corruption, institutional failures, and the lack of accountability regarding recent national tragedies. To secure candidacy, the movement intends to conduct a 45-day door-to-door campaign to gather the 10,000 required signatures once the Republic Electoral Commission releases official forms. Several opposition groups have decided not to run independently, opting instead to support the student-led list. The Democratic Party (DS) has endorsed the students, framing a vote for them as a vote against the current regime. The Movement of Free Citizens (PSG) has also pledged support, though leader Pavle Grbović noted this backing is not unconditional and depends on the group maintaining alignment with ‘European values’. Other groups joining this support include Pokret Kreni-Promeni, Zeleno-levi front (ZLF), Dveri, and the ProGlas organization. Additionally, groups such as PODES and ‘Nišlije da se pitaju’ have pledged support, citing patriotic reasons. Meanwhile, the Democratic Party has raised concerns regarding the registration of other groups with similar names, alleging they are attempts by the ruling party to confuse voters. ## Claims - The coalition of NPS, Novo lice Srbije, and Ekološki ustanak will run under the name 'Narodna Srbija' with the list 'Izbor naroda'. (disputed) - The opposition will run in two separate blocks: Platforma za evropsku Srbiju and Narodna Srbija. (disputed) - The citizens' group 'Studentska lista – Studenti pobeđuju' has been registered for the elections. (corroborated by 10 sources) - The campaign was launched in Novi Sad, the city where a canopy collapse killed 16 people. (corroborated by 8 sources) - President Aleksandar Vučić dissolved parliament and called snap parliamentary elections for October 25. (corroborated by 6 sources) - The Kreni-Promeni movement and the Green-Left Front have announced their support for the student list. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The issue regarding the director of Jovan Jovanović Zmaj Gymnasium is the fault of parents rather than the director. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Students at the gymnasium protested by jumping around the director during a period of teacher dismissals. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The collection of 10,000 necessary signatures could begin once the Republic Electoral Commission releases the forms. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The opposition coalition aims to defeat the regime of Aleksandar Vučić in the elections on October 25. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-09: Studentska lista enters Serbian election race with Novi Sad campaign launch The Serbian student movement has registered the ‘Studentska lista – Studenti pobeđuju’ for the October 25 snap elections, launching its campaign in Novi Sad with broad political support. 29 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-opposition-groups-support-student-list-for-upcoming-elections ### 2026-09-07: Serbia political parties finalize election coalitions Serbian political parties are forming coalitions ahead of the October 25 parliamentary elections, with several opposition groups pledging support to the Studentski pokret. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/socialist-party-of-serbia-announces-election-coalition ### 2026-09-04: Serbia opposition forms new coalition ahead of October elections Serbian opposition parties have formed the 'Narodna Srbija' coalition for the October 25 elections, splitting into two main blocs. Meanwhile, President Vučić addressed student protests in Novi Sad. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dragan-ilas-confirms-opposition-split-for-upcoming-elections ### 2026-08-28: Serbian parties form ‘Narodna Srbija’ opposition alliance The Serbian political parties NPS, NLS, and Ekološki ustanak have formed the ‘Narodna Srbija’ alliance to coordinate opposition efforts and prepare for upcoming elections. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/serbian-parties-form-narodna-srbija-opposition-alliance --- Cite as: Serbian political parties finalize election coalitions. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/serbian-opposition-formation-of-narodna-srbija-alliance