SerbiaIn Serbia, individuals who are criticized by tabloid newspapers face legal action for defamation, leading them to pay substantial damages. According to lawyer Ivan Ninić, there has been a significant increase in lawsuits against tabloids compared to previous years. Public figures, journalists, and ordinary citizens often resort to legal measures as their only form of protection. The judicial practice allows for compensation ranging from 80,000 to 100,000 Serbian dinars for defamation, which is funded by the citizens' money. Journalists like Željko Veljković from Nova Televizija report being targeted due to their views, with examples including criticism over choosing Croatia for vacation. These legal actions are seen as tools used by the regime, according to some commentators, and the number of lawsuits against media outlets has doubled in recent years.
Bias read (Left): The article frames the situation as an abuse of legal mechanisms by tabloids acting as instruments of the regime, highlighting systemic issues with freedom of speech and targeting of critics. It emphasizes the disproportionate impact on dissenting voices and criticizes the judiciary's role in amplif
