Protests in Serbia Supported by the West, Says Russian Ambassador

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić met with Russian Ambassador Alexander Bocan-Harchenko in Belgrade in connection with the disturbances occurring in the city. This was reported by TASS. The meeting lasted about an hour.

“President Aleksandar Vučić has undeniable information about the West instigating protests in the country,” said the Russian ambassador to Serbia following the meeting with the Serbian leader.

The diplomat stated, “The opposition has begun protests that are encouraged and supported from abroad. Vučić spoke about this; I cannot provide details here, as it is classified information. But he has undeniable evidence that the incitement and support are coming from the West.”

According to him, the protests in Serbia are organized and conducted based on the principles and technologies of “maidan revolutions.” The West intends to bring opposition forces to power in the country; however, as noted by the Russian ambassador, “the goals and schemes of the Maidan will not succeed” due to resistance to such actions.

“All discontent and attempts to undermine Vučić’s power are primarily connected to his steadfast stance on not implementing anti-Russian sanctions,” emphasized Bocan-Harchenko.

It is worth mentioning that earlier, the Prime Minister of Serbia expressed gratitude to Russia for warning about the impending disturbances. Yesterday, representatives of the opposition dissatisfied with the election results attempted to storm the city hall building in Belgrade. Protesters broke the glass doors of the building, and in response, the police used tear gas, resulting in the arrest of more than 30 protesters.