XKA new wave of mafia-related conflicts in Serbia has reignited discussions about ties between the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) and organized crime. The case of a murder at the '27' restaurant in Senjak has led to significant shifts in the narrative within two weeks, moving from initial claims that the head of the Belgrade Police Department, Veselin Miliq, helped hide evidence to the revelation that he was not present during the killing of Aleksandar Neshovic-Baja by Sasha Vukovic-Boske. Investigative journalist Stevan Dojcinovic highlights that the head of the largest police department being linked to criminal activities is a well-known fact, citing multiple instances where such connections have been verified. He argues that the Serbian state, specifically the SNS, which holds all power, is directly intertwined with organized crime, often seeking partners from the criminal underworld depending on circumstances. Over the past decade, more than 100 people have been killed in mafia-related killings, often in public places during the day. According to Dojcinovic, these shifting alliances among criminal groups have fueled violent confrontations. Recent investigations and court-
Bias read (Left): The article presents a critical perspective on the Serbian government and its alleged ties to organized crime, emphasizing the involvement of high-ranking officials and the ruling party. It uses investigative journalism and quotes from critics of the government, highlighting systemic issues and lack
