Serbian PM Vucevic Resigns Amid Widespread Protests, Triggers 30-Day Deadline for New Government

Serbia's parliament has officially accepted the resignation of Prime Minister Milos Vucevic, instigating a 30-day deadline for President Aleksandar Vucic to propose a new prime minister or risk triggering snap elections. Vucevic's resignation follows widespread protests, with over 100,000 citizens demonstrating in Belgrade against government corruption and mismanagement linked to a tragic train station accident in Novi Sad that killed 15 people. The protests, which began in November, represent one of the most significant challenges to Vucic's decade-long rule. If a new government is not established by April 18, elections could be held within 45 to 60 days. The political landscape remains uncertain as opposition lawmakers demand changes, and Vucic's ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) faces declining public support. Observers are speculating on how the SNS would fare in a potential early election, given the recent surge in public dissent against the government.