Aleksandar Vucic ousted in historic election, protests erupt in Belgrade

Aleksandar Vucic: Aleksandar Vucic has been the dominant political figure in Serbia for more than a decade, serving in key roles including president and prime minister. He recently called snap parliamentary elections following nearly two years of student-led protests against his government. In the October 2026 vote, Vucic conceded defeat to a student-backed movement known as the Student List, ending his long hold on power. Public Reaction: Nationwide celebrations broke out in Belgrade and other cities following the concession, with large crowds gathering in the streets. Election Outcome: Vucic conceded defeat to the student-backed Student List in Serbia's parliamentary election, marking the end of his extended leadership. Background Protests: The election followed almost two years of student-led anti-government demonstrations sparked by a deadly infrastructure incident in 2024.