Serbia

Negotiations for Serbia to join the European Union officially began in January 2014, yet little substantive progress has been made towards accession, or actual democratisation. Moreover, the situation has deteriorated in recent years especially regarding the freedom of expression, independent regulatory bodies and judicial reform. The situation for minorities also remains precarious.

News from Serbia

12th Attack on Belgrade’s Pride Info Center Shows Unwillingness and Inability of Serbia’s Authorities to Protect LGBTI+ Community

  • Serbia
  • 24 December 2021

Following another attack on the Pride Info Center in Belgrade, Civil Rights Defenders calls upon the…

Serbia Must Confront Glorification of War Criminals and Respect Freedom of Assembly

  • Serbia, Statements
  • 8 November 2021

Civil Rights Defenders calls upon Serbia’s authorities to not obstruct Dealing with the Past efforts…
Belgrade Pride Parade 2021

Belgrade Pride put Pressure on the Serbian Government

  • News, Serbia
  • 23 September 2021

Civil Rights Defenders co-organised Belgrade Pride, held on 18 September in the Serbian capital. The…

Serbia’s Draft Law on Internal Affairs Undermines Human Rights

  • News, Serbia
  • 22 September 2021

Civil Rights Defenders calls on Serbia’s authorities to refrain from adopting the current version of…
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