Vučić denies planning violence after election defeat: "Nobody called me"
Former Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić denied media reports claiming he had planned violence after losing Sunday’s parliamentary elections, stating that foreign phone calls did not deter him from such actions. Speaking at a press conference for the Serbian Progressive Party, Vučić asserted that he decided to acknowledge his defeat independently once it became clear his list was losing, rather than waiting for final results to prolong tension. He specified that his first contact with a foreign leader occurred around 23:15, when Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán called him, followed by conversations with French President Emmanuel Macron and other allies. Vučić explained that early polling data suggested a lead, but subsequent results indicated a decisive loss, prompting him to congratulate his opponents to allow them to assume responsibility. Additionally, he accused student movements of carrying out 'open terror' against political dissidents following their electoral victory.
Former Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić denied media reports claiming he planned violence following his defeat in Sunday’s parliamentary elections. Speaking at a press conference for the Serbian Progressive Party, Vučić stated that no foreign leader called him before he acknowledged the loss. He asserted that he decided independently to accept the result once it became clear his United Serbia list had lost. Vučić explained that initial results from smaller polling stations indicated his list was leading. However, data soon revealed a convincing defeat. Around 21:30 local time, he chose to concede and congratulate his political opponents. He believed this move would allow the victors to assume responsibility, celebrate their win, and begin implementing their campaign promises. The former president clarified that his first telephone conversation with a foreign head of state occurred around 23:15, when Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán called him. Later that night, he spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron and other friends. Two days after the election, he also conversed with European Council President Antonio Costa. Vučić emphasized that until the moment of his concession, no foreigner had contacted him. Prior to the vote, Vučić met with high-ranking police officials. He assured them he would immediately recognize the outcome if he lost. Conversely, he warned that if he won, he would not permit anyone to steal the victory. Despite denying plans for unrest, Vučić accused student movements of carrying out open terror against political dissidents following their electoral success. Separately, France faces escalating tensions from student protests that began one week ago. What started as demonstrations has evolved into near-war conditions, spreading beyond Paris to Lyon, Nice, Marseille, and Bordeaux. Police curfews have been declared in commercial districts around Place de la République. The government considers declaring a state of emergency as protests grow more numerous and violent. Videos show youths looting luxury stores, including Louis Vuitton and Prada locations. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez offered to resign to calm the situation, but President Macron rejected the offer. Authorities are deploying large numbers of police to manage the crisis.
Former Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić denied media reports claiming he had planned violence after losing Sunday’s parliamentary elections, stating that foreign phone calls did not deter him from such actions. Speaking at a press conference for the Serbian Progressive Party, Vučić asserted that he decided to acknowledge his defeat independently once it became clear his list was losing, rather than waiting for final results to prolong tension. He specified that his first contact with a foreign leader occurred around 23:15, when Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán called him, followed by conversations with French President Emmanuel Macron and other allies. Vučić explained that early polling data suggested a lead, but subsequent results indicated a decisive loss, prompting him to congratulate his opponents to allow them to assume responsibility. Additionally, he accused student movements of carrying out 'open terror' against political dissidents following their electoral victory.
Bias read (Conservative): The article frames the narrative through the direct quotes and perspective of the defeated incumbent, presenting his denial of violent intent and his claim of independent decision-making as the central focus. It includes his accusations against student protesters without providing counter-sourcing,
The article opens by reflecting on a photograph from recent demonstrations against Donald Trump and ICE, featuring a sign that suggests radical resistance is necessary to prevent fascism and tyranny. It then shifts focus to France, where student protests have escalated into a situation described as resembling a state of war. The French government has responded with emergency measures, significant police mobilization, and a proposed resignation of Interior Minister Laurent Nunez, which President Emmanuel Macron rejected. Protests have spread from Paris to cities including Lyon, Nice, Marseille, and Bordeaux, leading to curfews in specific districts around Place de la Republique. The author notes that as the protests grow larger, they become more violent and vandalistic, citing viral videos of young people looting luxury stores such as Louis Vuitton and Prada.
Bias read (Progressive): The article frames the escalation of violence in France through a lens sympathetic to the protesters' underlying grievances while criticizing their methods. By opening with a quote advocating for 'radical response' to regimes seeking dictatorship, the author establishes a progressive ideological st.
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