Serbia’s president has condemned a recent incident as a deliberate assault on press freedom, framing it as an attack on both free speech and the fundamental rights of journalists. The remarks highlight growing concerns over media safety in the country, where journalists have faced increasing challenges in recent years. Authorities and advocacy groups are likely to scrutinize the case for signs of broader patterns targeting independent reporting. The statement underscores tensions between government rhetoric and the realities faced by those covering sensitive or critical stories.
President Vucic called the incident an attack on free speech and the freedom of journalism.
