13 Dec 2024 | 10:53 AM UTC
Serbia: Farmers' groups to demonstrate in Belgrade and nationwide, from Dec. 13
Farmers' groups to demonstrate in Belgrade and across Serbia, from Dec. 13. Heightened security, localized transport disruptions.
Farmers' groups plan protest activity in Belgrade from Dec. 13, and will likely continue with rallies nationwide in coming days. Multiple agricultural associations are demanding increased government support for the sector. The demonstrations will continue a campaign of roadblocks and go-slow convoys of agricultural vehicles in recent weeks. Protests are likely to converge at government offices in Belgrade and other regional centers.
Officials will likely deploy heightened security measures to any protest location. Road closures and transport disruptions are possible. Low-level confrontations between demonstrators and law enforcement officers cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the affected areas as a standard precaution. Allow additional time for travel near any protest sites. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance.
