Latest Analysis from Serbia
Football Wins Amid Political Row over Kosovo Status
Kosovo’s strategy of entering European football through FIFA-sanctioned friendly matches could create opportunities for talented players and point the way towards solving broader issues of its representation in international sport.
Klecka Outcome Embitters Both Serbs and Albanians
Both communities in Kosovo blame politics for the trial of Fatmir Limaj - though from diametrically opposing points of view.
Serbia’s New Govt Faces Deficit Challenge
Promises of hundreds of new jobs made during the election campaign will soon be forgotten as reducing the deficit becomes a certain priority for the new team.
Social Networks Mobilise Army of ‘White’ Voters
Jump in the number of voters registering protest by casting blank or defaced ballots has Serbia’s political class worried.
Belgrade Weighs Up Hopes of City’s New Bosses
Although voters gave the ruling Democrats a convincing mandate to continue running the capital, few expect their everyday lives to get much better as a result.
World Awaits Start of Srebrenica Butcher’s Trial
The trial is about to start in the Hague of perhaps the most infamous character from the Bosnian war – Ratko Mladic, the man charged with the slaughter of thousands of people in Srebrenica.
Socialists Flex Muscles in Post-Election Serbia
Once a marginal force in politics, Ivica Dacic's Socialists have doubled their seats in parliament by profiting from the weaknesses of their rivals and playing the nationalist card.
‘Hidden’ Taxes Hinder Investment in Serbia
Rising charges that businesses have to pay apart from regular tax are making investors in Serbia more cautious when calculating the costs of their operations.
Searching for Buried Truth at RTS
Delays and “missing” documents damage hopes for an official inquiry into NATO attack on state broadcaster.
Coalitions Hold Key to Victory in Serbian Elections
The main opposition Progressive party is likely to win most votes in the general election - but its chances of forming a government remain slim unless it can woo key partners.
Serbia’s Big Parties Sound Identical Note
As the election campaign in Serbia moves into its last days, significant policy differences between the front-running Democrats and Progressives have failed to emerge.
‘Clip’ Shines Grim Light on Belgrade’s Suburban Youth
Young Serbian director Maja Milos is raising eyebrows with her debut film, which uses explicit sexuality to portray the alienated world of adolescents in Belgrade suburbs.
Artists Cross Tense Serbia-Kosovo Border on Net
As attempts to build artistic and musical bridges between Kosovo and Serbia remain hostage to political tensions, new technology is offering a solution.
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Serbia Election Splits South Serbia Albanians
Coalition’s plan to split MP’s job between them is raising eyebrows in the region, where some believe the leaders’ main motive is financial.
Serbian Muslims At Odds Over Mufti’s Presidential Bid
Islamic cleric’s controversial decision to stand in the May 6 elections has predictably deepened divisions between his - equally ardent - supporters and critics.
