politics

March 31, 2026

"We won't give up Arsen": Niš students call for a rally in support of the accused of throwing eggs at the mayor

Students in blockade called for a protest in front of the Niš Basic Court, where the trial of student Arsen Milosavljević will begin today, March 31, for alleged participation in a physical assault with eggs on Mayor Dragoslav Pavlović after a Serbian Progressive Party rally on March 21 last year.

"We won't give up Arsen": Niš students call for a rally in support of the accused of throwing eggs at the mayor

TL;DR

  • Students are protesting the trial of Arsen Milosavljević, accused of assaulting the mayor with eggs.
  • The protest is scheduled for March 31 at the Niš Basic Court.
  • Milosavljević is charged with "violent behavior at a sports event or public gathering."
  • The charges were initially rejected but later reinstated by the Appellate Court.
  • The incident occurred on March 21 last year during a protest against visiting officials.
  • The law concerning "violent behavior at a sports event or public gathering" carries potential prison sentences.
  • The students express solidarity, stating "No one should be left alone!"

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