Latest news in Serbia? September 27th, 2026

The major headlines and developments in Serbia as of September 27, 2026:

• Resignation of President Aleksandar Vučić: President Aleksandar Vučić formally steps down today, September 27, ending a presidential tenure that began in 2017. His resignation initiates the process for electing a new head of state and allows him to campaign as the lead candidate for Prime Minister representing the ruling Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) in the snap parliamentary elections scheduled for October 25, 2026.

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• High-Level Energy Talks with Russia: On the eve of his resignation, Vučić held a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin to address pressing energy arrangements. With the current bilateral natural gas supply contract and key U.S. sanctions waivers for the majority Russian-owned petroleum company NIS expiring at the end of September, the talks focused on maintaining supply terms, transit routes, and broader economic stability.

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• Controversy Over Naturalization of Vadim Novynskyi: Regional reports confirmed that Serbia granted citizenship under special national-interest provisions to former Ukrainian parliamentarian and businessman Vadim Novynskyi, who faces treason charges in Ukraine. The move has drawn renewed scrutiny regarding Belgrade’s discretionary citizenship practices.

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• Campaign Tensions Ahead of Snap Elections: Following the dissolution of parliament, public campaigns and demonstrations have picked up momentum. Opposition groups, including youth and civic movements organized after the 2024–2025 anti-corruption protests, have escalated public rallies as the ruling party begins nationwide campaigning.