Attorney asks VJT to publish both documents on which he bases suspicion of sounding gun simulation

Telegraf.rsParty-alignedCenterFactual 100Objective 10019 days ago

The Hotel 'Slavija' in Belgrade is undergoing major reconstruction. The project has been underway for some time, with over 100 workers currently employed at the site. The work includes upgrading water supply systems, electrical installations, sewage networks, and installing new elevators. The facade will also be renovated, though the building's height and size will remain unchanged. Safety measures have been increased due to the high pedestrian and vehicle traffic around the site.

Bias read (Center): The article provides factual information about the ongoing reconstruction of a cultural landmark without taking a political stance or showing bias toward any particular ideology. It focuses on construction details, safety measures, and design changes, all presented neutrally.

Why these scores (Factual 100 · Objective 100): Completely unrelated to the main topic about the sonic weapon allegations. Provides factual information about hotel renovations without any bias or connection to the event.

Večernje novostiParty-alignedCenterFactual 95Objective 6516 days ago

The Serbian Public Prosecutor's Office in Belgrade has announced that during a search of the Faculty of Philosophy premises conducted after the tragic event of March 26, 2026, temporary documents were seized that could be relevant to several cases, including an investigation into events from March 15, 2025. Meanwhile, Radio Television Serbia (RTS) aired a detailed reconstruction of the events surrounding the March 15 protest. The report included documents, a chronological account of events, and video footage from multiple locations in central Belgrade. Among the documents was a record of a meeting by the National Security Working Group held on January 22, 2025, which mentioned a 'sound cannon' and potential international reactions to its possible use. A significant portion of the broadcast focused on the organization of student protesters during their withdrawal, noting that there was a predefined protocol involving removing helmets and orderly leaving the protest area. According to the reconstruction, information about the withdrawal was relayed through multiple points across the city center, causing confusion among those unfamiliar with the plan. The process of withdrawal lasted

Bias read (Center): The article presents a balanced overview of the ongoing investigation and the RTS reconstruction without overtly favoring any side. It includes both the actions of the prosecution and the content of the RTS broadcast, providing context and quoting official sources without apparent bias.

Why these scores (Factual 95 · Objective 65): Accurately summarizes the VJT findings and RTS reconstruction. Maintains factual accuracy but uses dramatic language like 'šokirati Srbiju' indicating some sensationalism.

RepublikaParty-alignedCenterFactual 95Objective 6016 days ago

A special TV broadcast by RTS covered new developments in the investigation into events that occurred on March 15, 2025, including the 'sound cannon' affair. The report included a reconstruction of the protests, based on documents such as meeting notes from the Supreme Security Working Group held on January 22, 2025. These documents mention the potential use of a 'sound cannon' and plans to introduce this issue to the public. According to the reconstruction, a small group provoked police at the intersection of Knez Miloša, Takovska, and Boulevard King Alexander with pyrotechnic devices. Student protesters were instructed to remove their gas masks and move along building facades rather than through the streets. The report detailed the timeline of the retreat, noting delays in communication and the spread of instructions across different locations.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual reconstruction of events based on official documents and statements from investigators. It does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or editorializing. The content focuses on the sequence of events and includes multiple perspectives from authorities

Why these scores (Factual 95 · Objective 60): Provides accurate information about the discovery of the first mention of 'sonic cannon' in the records. Uses some dramatic language but remains mostly factual.

Večernje novostiParty-alignedCenterFactual 92Objective 6016 days ago

The article discusses an investigation into claims made during a protest in Belgrade on March 15, 2025, regarding the alleged use of a 'sound cannon' by authorities. According to the findings, these claims were planned at least 53 days before the event. During a search of the Faculty of Philosophy in Belgrade on March 27, 2026, documents were found indicating that a meeting held on January 22, 2025, discussed plans to simulate the use of a sound cannon during the protest. The goal was reportedly to create panic among citizens and provoke unrest leading to a violent change in the constitutional order and threaten national security. Deputy Chief Public Prosecutor Miodrag Marković revealed that an investigation is ongoing related to the death of student Milica Živković and pyrotechnics at the faculty building. Lawyer Dragoslav Ljubičanović stated that it was clear on March 15, 2025, that no sound cannon had been used.

Bias read (Center): The article presents information from multiple sources including the deputy chief public prosecutor and a lawyer, providing both perspectives on the issue. It does not exhibit strong bias towards either side but rather reports on the investigation and differing accounts of the events.

Why these scores (Factual 92 · Objective 60): Provides detailed factual information from the VJT investigation and includes direct quotes. However, the title and some phrasing show clear bias against the government narrative.

Večernje novostiParty-alignedCenterFactual 90Objective 9517 days ago

Vesna Novaković, with over two decades of experience in RTС's informational programming as a journalist, editor, and presenter, has joined the team of 'Beogradskа Hronika' as a host. In an interview with 'TV Novosti,' she discusses her approach to modern journalism, the importance of responsibility over speed, and her desire to serve as a voice and support for Belgraders.

Bias read (Center): The article focuses on a cultural and professional development within the media sector, discussing a journalist's career transition and views on journalism. There is no political framing, bias, or partisan language present. The content remains neutral and descriptive.

Why these scores (Factual 90 · Objective 95): This article is unrelated to the main event and focuses on a journalist's career change. It contains no information about the sonic cannon controversy and is entirely neutral in tone.

N1 SrbijaIndependentLeftFactual 90Objective 7016 days ago

Students in Serbia have criticized the Higher Public Prosecutor's Office for allegedly diverting attention from key questions surrounding events on March 15, 2025. They argue that the prosecutor's office is presenting prepared security analyses as evidence of a 'simulation' of sound cannon usage during protests. The students claim the focus on potential risks posed by crowd control devices is an attempt to shift attention away from what caused the chaos among protesters.

Bias read (Left): The article frames the students' claims against the prosecution as a defense of protest rights and criticizes the prosecution for attempting to obscure the true cause of the March 15 events. The language used implies that the prosecution is evading accountability and shifting blame onto hypothetical

Why these scores (Factual 90 · Objective 70): Very high factuality with detailed reporting on the student response. Good objectivity by presenting the students' counter-narrative without overt bias.

N1 SrbijaIndependentCenterFactual 90Objective 6513 days ago

The Higher Public Prosecutor's Office in Belgrade has announced that an informational interview will be conducted with Aleksandar Radić regarding his public statements about the use of a 'sound cannon' by state organs during protests on March 15, 2025. This follows a search of Radić's residences based on suspicions of criminal activity related to inciting changes to the constitutional order or other crimes committed in an official capacity. The prosecutor's office clarified that this action is unrelated to Viktor K., a journalist from Beta News Agency who was present during the search of one of Radić's apartments. K. was asked to report to the police for an informational interview after refusing to hand over a mobile phone belonging to Radić. The investigation aims to clarify whether the use of the 'sound cannon' during the protest was simulated and whether state institutions were falsely accused afterward.

Bias read (Center): The article presents the actions of the Higher Public Prosecutor's Office and includes direct quotes from their statement, providing both the accusations against Radić and the clarification regarding the journalist Viktor K. It does not exhibit clear bias toward either side, offering information ina

Why these scores (Factual 90 · Objective 65): Accurately reports VJT's official statements and procedures regarding the investigation. However, it includes some subjective language like 'spornih izjava' suggesting judgment rather than neutrality.

Večernje novostiParty-alignedCenterFactual 90Objective 5516 days ago

The article discusses an investigation into alleged plans to falsely claim the use of a 'sound cannon' during a planned protest in Belgrade on March 15, 2025. The discovery was made during searches at the Faculty of Philosophy in Belgrade in March 2026, where documents were found indicating that a meeting of the organization 'Students in Blockade – Roof Working Group for Security' had discussed the idea of using a sound cannon. According to these documents, participants suggested that such a device could provoke mass panic and lead to unrest, potentially resulting in violent changes to the constitutional order and threats to national security. Deputy Chief Public Prosecutor Miodrag Marković stated that four groups would be investigated: organizers, implementers, media supporters, and individuals who claimed health effects from the fabricated sound cannon. Authorities have requested information from the Anti-Terrorism Service to identify these groups.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual account of an ongoing investigation into alleged false claims of a 'sound cannon' being used during a protest. It does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or omission of context. The content is reported neutrally, focusing on the findings of the VJ

Why these scores (Factual 90 · Objective 55): Accurately presents VJT findings but includes strong political criticism and emotive language like 'izazvati građanski rat', showing clear bias.

N1 SrbijaIndependentCenterFactual 85Objective 7012 days ago

An attorney, Rastko Naumov, has called on Belgrade's Higher Public Prosecutor's Office (VJT) to publish two documents on which they base their suspicions of a simulated use of a 'sound cannon' during a March 15 protest in Belgrade. The VJT stated on June 19 that it ordered police to identify individuals present at a meeting of the organization 'Students in Blockade - Top Management Group for Security' on January 22, 2025, where, according to the prosecution, a simulation of the sound cannon's use was planned for the March 15 protest last year. The VJT claims there is suspicion that participants in this meeting and other unidentified individuals took actions to simulate the use of the 'sound cannon' by state organs during the March 15 protest, aiming to create panic among citizens, cause unrest, and potentially lead to violent changes in the constitutional order and threaten national security. Naumov argued that both minutes from the meeting of the 'Top Management Group for Security' should be published because they mention the sound cannon only briefly, as a new security threat compared to previous meetings. He noted that students discussed security issues related to an event at 'A

Bias read (Center): The article presents the legal arguments made by the attorney and the VJT without overtly favoring either side. It includes direct quotes from both parties and does not exhibit clear bias through loaded language or selective sourcing.

Why these scores (Factual 85 · Objective 70): Article presents facts accurately based on VJT statements and attorney's request for transparency. However, it leans toward the defense's perspective by emphasizing the need for document disclosure, showing some bias.

Večernje novostiParty-alignedRightFactual 85Objective 5516 days ago

The article discusses an investigation into the alleged use of a 'sound cannon' during a planned protest in Belgrade on March 15, 2025. According to the report, documents found during a search at the Faculty of Philosophy in Belgrade on March 27, 2026, revealed plans by student groups to simulate the use of the sound cannon during the protest. These plans were discussed at a meeting of the organization 'Students in Blockade – Roof Working Group for Security' on January 22, 2025. The documents suggest that the simulation aimed to create panic among the public and provoke unrest, potentially leading to a violent change in the constitutional order and threatening national security. Deputy Chief Public Prosecutor Miodrag Marković disclosed these findings during an interview with RTS, stating that an investigation is ongoing regarding the death of student Milica Živković and the use of pyrotechnics at the faculty building.

Bias read (Right): The article presents the actions of student groups as premeditated and malicious, suggesting intent to incite unrest and endanger national security. It frames the students' activities as part of a conspiracy involving potential violence and constitutional upheaval, which aligns with a right-leaning,

Why these scores (Factual 85 · Objective 55): The article presents detailed claims about a planned simulation of a sonic cannon during the March 15 protest, citing documents from a faculty raid. However, these claims lack independent verification and rely heavily on uncorroborated allegations from authorities. The tone is clearly biased, favori

Večernje novostiParty-alignedRightFactual 85Objective 5017 days ago

Miloš Vučević, leader of the SNS and advisor to the president on regional issues, responded to new evidence from the Belgrade Public Prosecutor's Office regarding the alleged use of a 'sound cannon' during a protest on March 15 of last year. Vučević accused the opposition of lying to achieve their political goals and stated they are willing to trample over people's lives to do so.

Bias read (Right): The article presents Miloš Vučević's response using strong accusatory language ('diletants who feed on hatred and lies', 'willing to trample over people's lives') and frames the opposition as intent on destroying Serbia and blocking citizens' future. The tone is highly critical of the opposition and

Why these scores (Factual 85 · Objective 50): Reports factual details about the VJT findings but strongly criticizes political opponents using emotionally charged language, significantly reducing objectivity.

N1 SrbijaIndependentRightFactual 80Objective 5516 days ago

Prosecutors in Belgrade are investigating allegations raised by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic regarding student organizers of a March 2025 protest, who claimed a sonic weapon was used against them. The Belgrade Higher Public Prosecution (VJT) has ordered the Police Anti-Terrorist Service to gather information about student meetings that allegedly planned to simulate the use of a sonic weapon during the protest. Vucic described the claims as an organized attempt to destabilize the country. The investigation includes interviews with individuals who reported the sonic weapon incident and has

Bias read (Right): The article presents the president’s accusations without significant counterbalance, emphasizing his claims that the protests were 'pre-organized' and aimed at destabilizing the state. It highlights the involvement of foreign agencies like the FBI and FSB but does not provide independent evidence or

Why these scores (Factual 80 · Objective 55): Contains accurate information about the VJT investigation but includes biased commentary about Vucic and political motivations, reducing objectivity.

Večernje novostiParty-alignedRightFactual 80Objective 5016 days ago

The article discusses an alleged conspiracy involving the planned use of a 'sound cannon' during a protest scheduled for March 15, 2025, in Belgrade. According to Professor Milan Petričković from the Faculty of Political Sciences, this was part of a broader strategy to create panic among citizens and provoke unrest that could lead to violent changes in the constitutional order and threaten national security. The claim originated from documents seized during the inspection of the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Belgrade in March 2026. These documents included records from a meeting held by the organization 'Students in Blockade – Supreme Working Group for Security' on January 22, 2025, where discussions reportedly centered around the potential reaction to the sound cannon, including references to responses from Brussels and practices observed in China. Petričković suggests that the goal was to undermine the police force, dehumanize it, and spread false narratives to discredit the achievements of the current government and President Aleksandar Vučić.

Bias read (Right): The article presents claims made by Professor Petričković, who frames the situation as a coordinated effort to destabilize the government and discredit President Vučić through fabricated narratives. The language used emphasizes undermining state institutions, creating panic, and spreading dis信息, all

Why these scores (Factual 80 · Objective 50): The article repeats claims about the sonic cannon being part of a larger political strategy but doesn't offer new evidence. The tone is biased toward the government narrative and lacks neutrality in presenting alternative viewpoints.

KurirParty-alignedLeftFactual 75Objective 5016 days ago

Professor Milan Petričković explained that the fabricated claim of a sound cannon being used during the March 15th protest was intended to stigmatize President Aleksandar Vučić and his administration's achievements, while creating chaos in the country. He described the incident as part of an orchestrated effort to provoke mass unrest by linking the false narrative to a 'black swan' event, aiming to discredit the police and portray them as using excessive force. The goal was to generate rumors and social media narratives that would undermine public trust in the government and destabilize the current regime. According to Petričković, this disinformation campaign sought to shift focus away from the positive outcomes achieved under Vučić’s leadership.

Bias read (Left): The article presents Professor Petričković's claims that the fabricated story of a sound cannon was designed to stigmatize President Vučić and destabilize the government. This framing emphasizes conspiracy theories against the ruling party and portrays the government as engaging in misinformation to

Why these scores (Factual 75 · Objective 50): The article presents academic analysis suggesting the sonic cannon story was used to discredit the government, but it relies on speculative interpretations rather than concrete evidence. The language is somewhat biased toward the opposition viewpoint.

N1 SrbijaIndependentLeftFactual 70Objective 6016 days ago

Advocate Jovan Rajić commented on the statement made by accused individual Saša Vuković during his interrogation regarding the murder of Aleksandar Nešović. Vuković admitted to shooting Nešović on May 12th. Rajić suggested that Vuković’s testimony serves two purposes: personal defense for himself and an attempt to clear former police chief Veselin Milić of involvement. Rajić questioned what role Milić played in relation to organized crime.

Bias read (Left): The article presents a critical perspective toward law enforcement figures, implying potential complicity with organized crime. The framing emphasizes the need for accountability and suggests that high-ranking officials like Veselin Milić might have connections to criminal elements, which aligns ide

Why these scores (Factual 70 · Objective 60): This article presents student rebuttals to the sonic cannon claims but doesn't provide definitive proof either way. The tone is critical of the prosecution's approach but remains relatively balanced in presenting both sides of the argument.

N1 SrbijaIndependentLeftFactual 70Objective 4014 days ago

Former Serbian volleyball player Marko Samardžić, who was hospitalized after an incident during a student protest on March 15, 2025, criticized authorities for implying that those whose lives were endangered during the event should justify their actions. He described experiencing a severe cardiac episode during the protest, requiring eight defibrillations, and credited four students with saving his life by taking him to the hospital. Samardžić emphasized the need for responsible discussion about the event, respecting all involved. Meanwhile, the Public Prosecutor's Office (VJT) has requested information from anti-terrorism units regarding alleged plans to simulate the use of a 'sound cannon' at the protest, based on data obtained during an investigation into the death of a student.

Bias read (Left): The article presents the perspective of a protester who suffered serious health effects during the protest and criticizes authorities for shifting blame onto victims. It highlights the role of students in aiding the injured and emphasizes the need for accountability and respect for those affected, a

Why these scores (Factual 70 · Objective 40): This article includes personal testimony from a former athlete who was injured during the protest but does not provide evidence to support the claim that students planned a sonic cannon simulation. The tone is emotionally charged and lacks balance by focusing only on the victim's perspective.

KurirParty-alignedCenterFactual 65Objective 5516 days ago

Journalist Sonja Martić, who was present at the protests in Belgrade on March 15, claimed that reports of a stampede during the night were fabricated. She stated she witnessed multiple instances where people falsely believed there was a stampede, leading to chaos. Martić described being knocked down and injured during the events, advising others to avoid the center of the street and stay safe.

Bias read (Center): The article presents the journalist's account of the events without counter-narratives or official sources, emphasizing her perspective that the stampede claims were false. This framing suggests skepticism toward official narratives, aligning with a left-leaning interpretation of the event.

Why these scores (Factual 65 · Objective 55): This article includes direct quotes from a journalist present during the protest claiming there was no sonic cannon. While it provides eyewitness testimony, it lacks corroboration from other sources and has an overtly critical tone toward official narratives.

BlicIndependentCenter16 days ago

A special broadcast by RTS 1 covered new developments in the investigation into the events of the March 15, 2025 protests and the 'sound cannon' affair. The report included a reconstruction of the protest timeline, showing the precise sequence of students' withdrawal and information exchange between multiple locations in Belgrade's center. Among the documents presented was a meeting record from the Supreme Security Working Group held on January 22, 2025, which first mentioned the term 'sound cannon,' along with plans to introduce the topic to the public. The reconstruction combined data from records found at the Faculty of Philosophy and previously released video footage, detailing how a small group provoked police at the intersection of Knez Miloša, Takovska, and Boulevard King Alexander at 6:55 PM. Students attempted to calm the crowd but were attacked with pyrotechnic devices. A 15-minute silence followed before the withdrawal protocol was activated, instructing students to remove their vests and move quickly toward their faculties. At 7:09 PM, the first students began removing their vests at the corner of Takovska and Knez Miloša, with delays noted in communication affecting a

Bias read (Center): The article presents a detailed reconstruction of events based on official sources, including documents from the Supreme Public Prosecutor's Office and meeting records. It does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or editorializing. Instead, it provides a balanced account of the