Three Freedoms Under the Magnifying Glass: 2026-09-04 – 2026-09-17
Three Freedoms Under the Magnifying Glass: 2026-09-04 – 2026-09-17

Author(s): Author Not Specified
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, Politics, Media studies, Human Rights and Humanitarian Law, Civil Society, Governance, Public Administration, Corruption - Transparency - Anti-Corruption
Published by: Građanske inicijative
Keywords: Freedom of Expression; Freedom of Association; Freedom of Assembly; Human Rights; Serbia
Summary/Abstract: This report documents violations of basic human rights and fundamental freedoms in Serbia, specifically focusing on freedom of expression, freedom of association, and freedom of assembly, covering the period from September 4 to September 17, 2026. It highlights incidents such as the physical and political targeting of academics, including the attack on the Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy, Danijel Sinani, sudden dismissals and pressures on teachers and educational staff supporting student protests, and ongoing media smear campaigns, threats, and physical violence against journalists. Furthermore, the report details restrictions on freedom of assembly and movement, including clashes and hate speech during the Belgrade Pride march, police tolerance of hostile counter-gatherings, and state-backed limitations on citizens' movements during presidential visits.

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