Latest news in Serbia? September 3rd, 2026

The major developments in Serbia on September 3, 2026:

• Mass Spyware Targeting Scandal: Forensic investigations published by digital rights group SHARE Foundation, Citizen Lab, and Amnesty International revealed that at least 14 peopleincluding members of the opposition student protest movement, civil society activists, and an opposition member of parliamentwere targeted with military-grade spyware. Analysis confirmed the use of Israeli NSO Group’s Pegasus via an iMessage zero-click exploit, as well as a new iteration of NoviSpy deployed on Android devices. The disclosures have sparked significant backlash regarding political surveillance and civil liberties ahead of upcoming national elections. Euractiv+ 1
• Government Denial: Parliamentary Speaker Ana Brnabić and state authorities strongly dismissed the allegations, denying any involvement or acquisition of such commercial spyware against civic activists.
• Political Tensions Ahead of Anticipated Elections: Student and opposition groups held press briefings demanding accountability, warning that the breach undermines democratic processes. This comes amid high political momentum and preparations for early elections expected later in the autumn.
• Diplomatic Milestones: Belgrade is also concluding events marking the 65th anniversary of the founding conference of the Non-Aligned Movement, hosting international delegates to discuss multilateral cooperation and global policy. www.srbija.gov.rs