Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić unveiled a new political initiative, “We Won’t Give Up Serbia” (Ne Damo Srbiju), during a massive pro-government rally held Saturday, April 12. The campaign, aimed at rallying national unity, comes on the heels of sustained anti-government protests sweeping the country in recent weeks.
Standing before a sea of supporters gathered from across Serbia—along with contingents from Kosovo and Republika Srpska—Vučić framed the movement as a defense mechanism against what he described as external and internal threats to the nation’s future.
“This is about saving Serbia from those who want to see it torn apart,” Vučić declared during the rally, positioning the movement as a patriotic counterforce to mounting dissent.
In a display of regional backing, Republika Srpska President Milorad Dodik addressed the crowd, while Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán sent a video message voicing his solidarity. Orbán emphasized that foreign powers shouldn’t dictate how Serbians choose to live or govern themselves.
Tensions flared outside the rally as opposition activists tried to disrupt the event, throwing eggs at buses ferrying in attendees. Police intervened to prevent further escalation.
Vučić’s move to solidify support with a national campaign signals a combative stance amid deepening political polarization and external pressure on Belgrade’s policies.
