12 Jan 2019 | 07:34 PM UTC
Serbia: Demonstration planned in Belgrade January 16
Demonstrators to march in Belgrade on one-year anniversary of politician's assassination; localized transportation disruptions possible
Event
A demonstration is set to take place in Belgrade on Wednesday, January 16, to mark the one-year anniversary of the assassination of Kosovo Serb politician Oliver Ivanovic. A heightened security presence and localized transportation and business disruptions are possible in the vicinity of any demonstrations.
Context
Kosovo Serb leader Oliver Ivanovic was assassinated in a drive-by shooting by unknown assailants in North Mitrovica (Kosovo) on January 16, 2018. Prosecutors detained three people in connection with the murder in November 2018; the court proceedings are set to begin on February 23.
Advice
Individuals in Serbia are advised to monitor the situation, avoid public demonstrations as a precaution, and anticipate localized transportation and business disruptions.
