Student movement challenges Serbian president in parliamentary election

Serbian students took part in parliamentary elections on October 25, 2025, after nearly two years of street protests against the government.

The movement began after a tragic accident in Novi Sad, which many people blamed on corruption and poor governance. Students demanded accountability and new elections. They deliberately chose not to have formal leaders, so that no single person could be targeted or arrested.

Their candidate list included professors, doctors, and activists. Some opposition parties decided not to run and supported the student slate instead.